Grindelwald to Interlaken: Road Trip Guide & Distance

9.4 miles 15.2 km · straight line
12.6 miles actual route 20.3 km · driving distance
25min estimated drive time
CHF 2 - CHF 3 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
297° WNW bearing direction

How far is Grindelwald from Interlaken?

The distance from Grindelwald to Interlaken is 9.4 miles (15.2 km) as the crow flies. Interlaken is located WNW of Grindelwald. By car, the driving distance is approximately 12.6 miles, taking about 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in Switzerland.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Grindelwald and Interlaken. 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 Grindelwald to Interlaken

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 25min CHF 2 - CHF 3 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Grindelwald
46.62°N, 8.04°E
Europe/Zurich
1034m elevation
Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 3 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM