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Zentrum Paul Klee
Major museum dedicated to Paul Klee, with a large collection of his works in a landmark Renzo Piano building just outside the center.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Interlaken to Bern
Showing times and prices for Jun 21
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
43 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Interlaken to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Interlaken to Bern will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Interlaken to Bern without transferring at least once.
B 60 6016 | 6016 · ICE 372 | 3727:42 AM1h11Interlaken8:53 AMBern Hauptbahnhof$441One-way1 transfer- B 60 6010 | 6010 · IC 6 960 | 9606:42 AM1h11Interlaken7:53 AMBern Hauptbahnhof$441One-way1 transfer
- B 60 6016 | 6016 · ICE 372 | 3727:42 AM1h11Interlaken8:53 AMBern Hauptbahnhof$441One-way1 transfer
- B 60 6010 | 6010 · IC 6 960 | 9606:42 AM1h11Interlaken7:53 AMBern Hauptbahnhof$441One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Interlaken to Bern
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $43, and a bus costs an average of $43.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
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$48 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company | Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Interlaken to Bern is a train with an average price of $48 (€39).
This is compared to other travel options from Interlaken to Bern:
A train is $0.04 (€0.03) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Interlaken to Bern costing on average $48 (€39).
The fastest way to travel from Interlaken to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 52m.
Other travel options to Bern take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 6m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Interlaken and Bern including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Interlaken to Bern among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $66 (€54) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€15). The journey takes 1h 6m versus 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Interlaken to Bern Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator SBB | Departure Time 06:42AM | Arrival Time 07:53AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator SBB | Departure Time 07:42AM | Arrival Time 08:53AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator SBB | Departure Time 08:42AM | Arrival Time 09:53AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator SBB | Departure Time 09:42AM | Arrival Time 10:53AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator SBB | Departure Time 10:42AM | Arrival Time 11:53AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator SBB | Departure Time 11:42AM | Arrival Time 12:53PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator SBB | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:53PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator SBB | Departure Time 01:42PM | Arrival Time 02:53PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SBB | Departure Time 02:42PM | Arrival Time 03:53PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator SBB | Departure Time 11:41PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 2h24 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator SBB | Departure Time 11:46PM | Arrival Time 03:33AM | Duration 3h47 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator SBB | Departure Time 11:48PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 2h17 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
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Interlaken to Bern bus times
The table below shows live departures for Interlaken to Bern buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| B 60 6010 | 6010 · IC 6 960 | 960 | 6:42 AM Interlaken | 1h11 | 7:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| B 60 6016 | 6016 · ICE 372 | 372 | 7:42 AM Interlaken | 1h11 | 8:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Interlaken to Bern
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Buses from Interlaken to Bern run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:08, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $43 (€35)
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 11m |
First bus 12:08 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $43 (€35)
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Interlaken to BernYou can travel by bus between Interlaken to Bern with BlaBlaCar for as low as $43 (€35). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
2 a day
Complete guide to Bern
Things to do in Bern
Discover the best of Bern — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bern trip today.
- Must visit
Kunstmuseum Bern
Switzerland’s oldest art museum, known for collections spanning the Middle Ages to contemporary art and important temporary exhibitions.
- Recommended
Bernisches Historisches Museum
Large history museum covering Bern and world cultures, housed in a castle-like building and closely linked with the Einstein Museum.
- Must visit
Bern Old City
UNESCO-listed medieval center with arcades, fountains, sandstone streets, and many of Bern’s signature views and landmarks.
- Must visit
Rosengarten
Hilltop rose garden and viewpoint with one of the best panoramic vistas over Bern’s Old Town and the Aare loop.
- Must visit
Kramgasse
One of Bern’s most famous Old Town streets, lined with arcades, historic facades, fountains, and Einstein-related sights.
- Gluten-free
Berner Platte
A classic Bernese platter of smoked pork, beef, sausages, sauerkraut, green beans, and potatoes, traditionally served for festive gatherings.
- Vegetarian
Zibelechueche
Bern’s traditional onion tart, especially associated with the annual Zibelemärit onion market, made with onions, cream, and eggs in a pastry crust.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Berner Rösti
A Bernese-style potato rösti, crisp and golden, often served as a hearty side or topped with bacon, egg, or cheese.
Restaurant Rosengarten
An established dining spot above the old town, offering refined seasonal cuisine and one of the best panoramic views in Bern.
Kornhauskeller
A famous historic restaurant in a grand vaulted cellar, known for Swiss classics, Bernese specialties, and an impressive atmosphere.
Restaurant Della Casa
A long-established Bern institution popular for traditional Swiss fare, especially hearty local dishes, in a lively and classic setting.
Swiss Franc
Bern is costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transport are pricey, though supermarkets and lunch specials can help control costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- CHF 15-25 for takeaway or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- CHF 30-50 per person at a casual restaurant.
- Fine dining
- CHF 90+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is included by law. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. Round up taxis; small tips for hotel staff are optional.
Bernmobil
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Prices
- Single ticket
- CHF 2.60
- Day pass
- CHF 9.60
To the city center
Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld -> Bern Hauptbahnhof
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Tickets must usually be purchased before boarding; validate only if your ticket type requires it.
- Card payment is available in the official app, but not all bus stop ticket machines or onboard sales options accept cards.
FAQs: Bus from Interlaken to Bern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Interlaken to Bern by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Interlaken to Bern can start from as little as $43 (€35) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Interlaken to Bern is $48 (€39) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Interlaken to Bern is 1h 11m to travel the 26 miles (43 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Interlaken to Bern leaves at 12:08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Interlaken to Bern leaves at 11:56 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct buses a day from Interlaken to Bern with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Interlaken to Bern, you can count on BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Bern. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Interlaken and Bern and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Bern from Interlaken is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 11m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Interlaken to Bern is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Interlaken and Bern including taking a train and bus.
No, the bus from Interlaken to Bern has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Interlaken to Bern.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Bern are:
- Zytglogge, a medieval clock tower with an astronomical clock and hourly figurine show
- Bundeshaus, the Swiss Federal Palace housing the country's parliament and government
- BearPark, a scenic park home to Bern's iconic bear enclosures along the Aare River
- Bern Cathedral, a Gothic-style cathedral with a stunning bell tower offering panoramic city views
- Rosengarten, a beautiful rose garden offering panoramic views of Bern's old town.
The best things to do in Bern include:
- Federal Palace, the seat of the Swiss Federal Assembly with guided tours available
- Bern Historical Museum, showcasing Swiss cultural history and housing the Einstein Museum
- Explore the charming streets of Bern's UNESCO-listed Old Town
- Visit the Zentrum Paul Klee, dedicated to the works of the Swiss painter Paul Klee
- Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Aare River.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Interlaken to Bern.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Interlaken to Bern.
No, luggage for the bus from Interlaken to Bern needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Interlaken to Bern.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Interlaken to Bern.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Interlaken to Bern.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Interlaken to Bern.
Since both Interlaken and Bern are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Interlaken to Bern among Omio's users.
Switzerland uses the Swiss Franc (CHF) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards; however, credit and debit cards are widely accepted, especially in cities and larger establishments, making card payments convenient. Cash is still useful for small purchases, local markets, or remote areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Bern, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the Old Town and public transportation. Common scams include distracting tactics used by groups to steal wallets or phones. It's advisable to keep belongings secure and be wary of overly friendly strangers offering unsolicited help or deals. Additionally, avoid unlicensed taxi services to prevent overcharging. Overall, Bern is a safe city, but usual urban vigilance is recommended.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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