Grindelwald to Montreux: Road Trip Guide & Distance

55.4 miles 89.1 km · straight line
103 miles actual route 165.7 km · driving distance
2h 9min estimated drive time
CHF 20 - CHF 25 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
256° WSW bearing direction

How far is Grindelwald from Montreux?

The distance from Grindelwald to Montreux is 55.4 miles (89.1 km) as the crow flies. Montreux is located WSW of Grindelwald. By car, the driving distance is approximately 103 miles, taking about 2h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located 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. 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 Montreux. 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 Montreux

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 9min CHF 20 - CHF 25 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 35min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~2h 3min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grindelwald & Montreux

Quick Facts

Grindelwald
46.62°N, 8.04°E
Europe/Zurich
1034m elevation
Montreux
46.43°N, 6.91°E
Europe/Zurich
390m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 449.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM