Lucerne to Grindelwald by train

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Overview: trains from Lucerne to Grindelwald

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lucerne to Grindelwald, 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 00:16 View journey
Last train 23:00 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 33m View journey
Distance (km) 52
Trains / day 19 View all
Cheapest journey AU$98.55 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 27m
Train operators 48

Lucerne to Grindelwald train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Lucerne to Grindelwald by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Lucerne to Grindelwald take around 2 hours and 33 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 52 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lucerne is scheduled to depart at around  00:16. The last departure is usually at around 23:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lucerne at around 00:16, with the last train leaving at around 23:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 19 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 56 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$98.55.

We think any time is a great time to visit Grindelwald, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Grindelwald.

Is there a direct train from Lucerne to Grindelwald?

The journey between Lucerne and Grindelwald usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Lucerne to Grindelwald every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Lucerne to Grindelwald?

The Lucerne to Grindelwald train travel takes about 2 hours and 33 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lucerne to Grindelwald train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Grindelwald leaving Lucerne at around 00:16 and the last train leaving at around 23:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lucerne at around 00:16, with the final departure at 23:00.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

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.