Black Forest to Grindelwald: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Black Forest from Grindelwald?

The distance from Black Forest to Grindelwald is 95.2 miles (153.2 km) as the crow flies. Grindelwald is located S of Black Forest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 119 miles, taking about 2h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Black Forest is in Germany, while Grindelwald is in Switzerland.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Black Forest and Grindelwald. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.