Davos to Grindelwald: Road Trip Guide & Distance

85.9 miles 138.3 km · straight line
159.3 miles actual route 256.4 km · driving distance
3h 38min estimated drive time
CHF 31 - CHF 38 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
262° W bearing direction

How far is Davos from Grindelwald?

The distance from Davos to Grindelwald is 85.9 miles (138.3 km) as the crow flies. Grindelwald is located W of Davos. By car, the driving distance is approximately 159.3 miles, taking about 3h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in Switzerland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Davos 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 Davos to Grindelwald

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 38min CHF 31 - CHF 38 Flexible stops
Bus ~4h 22min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 27min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Davos & Grindelwald

Quick Facts

Davos
46.80°N, 9.84°E
Europe/Zurich
1560m 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 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 289.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM