Grindelwald to Zermatt: Road Trip Guide & Distance

44 miles 70.8 km · straight line
108.7 miles actual route 175 km · driving distance
3h 8min estimated drive time
CHF 21 - CHF 26 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
199° SSW bearing direction

How far is Grindelwald from Zermatt?

The distance from Grindelwald to Zermatt is 44 miles (70.8 km) as the crow flies. Zermatt is located SSW of Grindelwald. By car, the driving distance is approximately 108.7 miles, taking about 3h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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 Zermatt. 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 Zermatt

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 8min CHF 21 - CHF 26 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 46min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 59min $13–$38* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grindelwald & Zermatt

Quick Facts

Grindelwald
46.62°N, 8.04°E
Europe/Zurich
1034m elevation
Zermatt
46.02°N, 7.75°E
Europe/Zurich
1608m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 566 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM