Grindelwald to Salzburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

249.1 miles 400.9 km · straight line
311.4 miles estimated 501.1 km · driving distance
6h 16min estimated drive time
CHF 60 - CHF 74 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
69° ENE bearing direction

How far is Grindelwald from Salzburg?

The distance from Grindelwald to Salzburg is 249.1 miles (400.9 km) as the crow flies. Salzburg is located ENE of Grindelwald. By car, the driving distance is approximately 311.4 miles, taking about 6h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Grindelwald is in Switzerland, while Salzburg is in Austria.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Grindelwald and Salzburg. 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.

How to Get from Grindelwald to Salzburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 16min CHF 60 - CHF 74 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 31min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 57min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grindelwald & Salzburg

Quick Facts

Grindelwald
46.62°N, 8.04°E
Europe/Zurich
1034m elevation
Salzburg
47.81°N, 13.05°E
Europe/Vienna
424m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients