There are 7 ways to get from Luxembourg to Grindelwald by train, bus, car or plane
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Recommended option
Train • 7h
SFr 93 - SFr 153
Cheapest option
Bus • 9h 20m
SFr 33 - SFr 40
5 alternative options
Train via Metz • 8h 5m
SFr 99 - SFr 234
Drive • 5h 11m
SFr 55 - SFr 85
Fly Luxembourg to Zurich, train • 7h 17m
SFr 135 - SFr 441
Train, train to Frankfurt, fly to Basel • 9h 39m
SFr 105 - SFr 324
Fly Luxembourg to Milan Malpensa, train • 8h 55m
SFr 106 - SFr 357
Luxembourg to Grindelwald by train
The train journey time between Luxembourg and Grindelwald is around 7h 19m and covers a distance of around 526 km. The fastest train normally takes 7h 3m. Services are operated by TGV inOui, SNCF, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) and others. Typically 14 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Train route overview
First and last trains
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Luxembourg to Grindelwald train schedules
Trains departing Sunday, July 25, 2021
Trains departing Monday, July 26, 2021
Trains departing Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Trains departing Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Trains departing Thursday, July 29, 2021
Trains departing Friday, July 30, 2021
TGV inOui
TGV inOui
TGV inOui
SNCF
SNCF
SNCF
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
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- Regional restriction measures in place
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Grindelwald is 0041 58 463 00 00.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Grindelwald is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Grindelwald is 1.5 metres.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Luxembourg to Grindelwald is to bus which costs €29 - €40 and takes 9h 20m.
The quickest way to get from Luxembourg to Grindelwald is to drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 5h 11m.
No, there is no direct bus from Luxembourg to Grindelwald. However, there are services departing from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon and arriving at Grindelwald, Bahnhof via Bern and Interlaken Ost, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.
No, there is no direct train from Luxembourg to Grindelwald. However, there are services departing from Luxembourg and arriving at Grindelwald via Colmar, Basel SBB and Interlaken Ost. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.
The distance between Luxembourg and Grindelwald is 361 km. The road distance is 495.3 km.
The best way to get from Luxembourg to Grindelwald without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs €80 - €140.
It takes approximately 7h to get from Luxembourg to Grindelwald, including transfers.
Luxembourg to Grindelwald bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon station.
Luxembourg to Grindelwald train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Luxembourg station.
The best way to get from Luxembourg to Grindelwald is to train which takes 7h and costs €80 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €40 and takes 9h 20m.
- Distance: 361.1 km
- Duration: 7h
What companies run services between Luxembourg and Grindelwald, Switzerland?
You can take a train from Luxembourg to Grindelwald via Colmar, Basel SBB, and Interlaken Ost in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luxembourg to Grindelwald via Bern, Interlaken Station East, and Interlaken Ost, Bahnhof in around 9h 20m.
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Luxembourg to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 65 - SFr 320
Flights from Frankfurt to Basel
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 75 - SFr 390
Flights from Luxembourg to Milan Malpensa via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Monday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- SFr 65 - SFr 310
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Luxembourg to Zurich via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 180 - SFr 750
Flights from Frankfurt to Basel
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 75 - SFr 390
- Website
- luxair.lu
Flights from Luxembourg to Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 75 - SFr 330
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Luxembourg to Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- SFr 40 - SFr 170
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Luxembourg to Colmar
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 23m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 55 - SFr 70
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 55 - SFr 70
- 1st Class
- SFr 55 - SFr 70
Train from Luxembourg to Metz Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 48 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 22 - SFr 35
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 30 - SFr 35
- 1st Class
- SFr 22 - SFr 27
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Colmar to Basel Sbb
- Ave. Duration
- 44 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 12 - SFr 29
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- SFr 12 - SFr 17
- Rail 1st Class
- SFr 20 - SFr 29
Train from Selestat to Basel Sbb
- Ave. Duration
- 56 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 14 - SFr 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- SFr 14 - SFr 21
- Rail 1st Class
- SFr 23 - SFr 35
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Basel SBB to Interlaken Ost
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 50 - SFr 95
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Metz Ville to Sélestat
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 18m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- SFr 60 - SFr 110
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Zürich Flughafen to Bern
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 40 - SFr 80
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Bern to Interlaken Ost
- Ave. Duration
- 54 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 24 - SFr 45
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Basel Sbb to Interlaken Ost
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 1m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 35 - SFr 55
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Bern to Interlaken Ost
- Ave. Duration
- 52 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 21 - SFr 29
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Koblenz Hbf to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 11m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 30 - SFr 45
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn’s EuroCity (EC) trains connect German cities to major cities in neighbouring European countries, and are operated in conjunction with their national train company. All EC trains offer First and Standard class; cars are air-conditioned and food and drinks are available onboard. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel. Seat reservations are not compulsory but are recommended for popular routes.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 2970
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Basel Sbb to Interlaken Ost
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 22 - SFr 35
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
Train from Bern to Interlaken Ost
- Ave. Duration
- 54 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 13 - SFr 19
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
- Phone
- +352 24 89 24 89
- Website
- cfl.lu
Train from Luxembourg to Metz Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 58 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 4
- Website
- Luxembourg Railways (CFL)
Train from Luxembourg to Koblenz Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 24m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 4
- Website
- Luxembourg Railways (CFL)
- Phone
- +41 58 327 32 71
- Website
- bls.ch
Train from Bern to Interlaken Ost
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 14m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 10 - SFr 15
- Website
- BLS AG
- Schedules at
- Swiss Railways
Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed InterCity (IC) trains connect cities within Germany. They’re a popular way to travel as they’re faster than Deutsche Bahn’s regional trains and offer a frequent, fast service. All IC trains have first and second class carriages, power sockets and toilets, and most have a bistro cafe or restaurant. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 2970
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Koblenz Hbf to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 45 - SFr 70
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 2970
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Koblenz Hbf to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Regionalbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 21 - SFr 30
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
- Phone
- 0 89 54 888 97 - 25
- info@laenderbahn.com
- Website
- laenderbahn.com
Train from Koblenz Hbf to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Regionalbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 28m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Website
- Die Länderbahn
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Gallarate to Spiez
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 59m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 45 - SFr 120
- Website
- Trenitalia Eurocity
- 2nd Class
- SFr 45 - SFr 65
- 1st Class
- SFr 85 - SFr 120
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon to Bern
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 55m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 25 - SFr 31
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Bern to Interlaken Station East
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- SFr 7 - SFr 9
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Luxembourg Airport to Zurich Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 5m.
Luxembourg to Grindelwald bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Interlaken Station East.
Luxembourg to Grindelwald train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Interlaken Ost station.
Yes, the driving distance between Luxembourg to Grindelwald is 495 km. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Luxembourg to Grindelwald.
Swiss and Lufthansa offer flights from Luxembourg Airport to Zurich Airport.
There are 254+ hotels available in Grindelwald. Prices start at SFr 87 per night.
The best way to get from Luxembourg to Luxembourg Airport is to line 6 bus which takes 22 min and costs €2.