Bern to Grindelwald: Road Trip Guide & Distance

35.9 miles 57.8 km · straight line
46.2 miles actual route 74.4 km · driving distance
1h 8min estimated drive time
CHF 9 - CHF 11 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
128° SE bearing direction

How far is Bern from Grindelwald?

The distance from Bern to Grindelwald is 35.9 miles (57.8 km) as the crow flies. Grindelwald is located SE of Bern. By car, the driving distance is approximately 46.2 miles, taking about 1h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in Switzerland.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bern and Grindelwald. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bern to Grindelwald

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 8min CHF 9 - CHF 11 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Bern & Grindelwald

Quick Facts

Bern
46.95°N, 7.45°E
Europe/Zurich
540m elevation
Grindelwald
46.62°N, 8.04°E
Europe/Zurich
1034m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 693.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM