Grindelwald to Kandersteg by train

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Overview: trains from Grindelwald to Kandersteg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Grindelwald to Kandersteg, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:45 View journey
Last train 21:17 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 1hr 43m View journey
Distance (km) 31
Trains / day 32 View all
Cheapest journey AU$53.29 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 1m
Train operators 54

Taking the train from Grindelwald to Kandersteg

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Train cost between Grindelwald and Kandersteg

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$53.29

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

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Grindelwald to Kandersteg train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Grindelwald to Kandersteg is at 05:45 and the last is at 20:18. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 05:45 and the last one is at 21:17. You can expect 32 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 23 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Grindelwald to Kandersteg

Trains can complete this route in as little as 1 hour and 43 minutes. The total distance travelled is 31 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Grindelwald and Kandersteg?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Grindelwald and Kandersteg 6 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your trip to Kandersteg

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Kandersteg.

FAQs about the train journey from Grindelwald to Kandersteg

Want to know more about your journey from Grindelwald to Kandersteg? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Grindelwald and Kandersteg by train is 31 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.