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Touristik-Museum der Jungfrau-Region
Regional museum in a 17th-century building presenting local history, tourism, crafts, and mountain culture of Interlaken and the lakes.
Cheapest price on Oct 01
$51
Average ticket price on Oct 01
$72
Fastest journey on Oct 01
1 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Oct 01
1 h 51 m
Trains on Oct 01
103
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Interlaken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Interlaken will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
On Thu, Oct 01, we found 103 trains from Basel to Interlaken, including 30 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 01 the direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Thu, Oct 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 61 607 | 607
IC 61 607 | 607
ICE 375 | 375
ICE 375 | 375
IC 61 623 | 623
IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 4216
EC 61 | 61 · RE 9 4212 | 4212
IC 6 617 | 617 · RE 9 4220 | 4220
EC 65 | 65 · RE 9 4224 | 4224
IC 6 625 | 625 · RE 9 4228 | 4228The table below shows live departures for Basel to Interlaken trains for today, Wednesday, September 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 61 611 | 611 | 7:30 AM Basel SBB | 1h52 | 9:22 AM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 611 | 611 | 7:30 AM Basel SBB | 1h58 | 9:28 AM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 271 | 271 | 7:58 AM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 9:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 271 | 271 | 7:58 AM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 9:53 AM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 4216 | 8:30 AM Basel SBB | 1h51 | 10:21 AM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 4216 | 8:30 AM Basel SBB | 1h56 | 10:26 AM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 1 4165 | 4165+ PE GPX 4064 | 4064 | 8:30 AM Basel SBB | 2h13 | 10:43 AM Interlaken West | 2 transfers | |
IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 1 4165 | 4165+ PE GPX 4064 | 4064 | 8:30 AM Basel SBB | 2h18 | 10:48 AM Interlaken Ost | 2 transfers | |
IC 6 963 | 963 · IC 81 810 | 810 | 8:58 AM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 10:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 963 | 963 · IC 81 810 | 810 | 8:58 AM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 10:53 AM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 615 | 615 | 9:30 AM Basel SBB | 1h58 | 11:28 AM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 615 | 615 | 9:30 AM Basel SBB | 1h52 | 11:22 AM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 965 | 965 | 9:58 AM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 11:53 AM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 965 | 965 | 9:58 AM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 11:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6 617 | 617 · RE 9 4220 | 4220 | 10:30 AM Basel SBB | 1h51 | 12:21 PM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 617 | 617 · RE 9 4220 | 4220 | 10:30 AM Basel SBB | 1h56 | 12:26 PM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 617 | 617 · RE 1 4169 | 4169+ PE GPX 4068 | 4068 | 10:30 AM Basel SBB | 2h18 | 12:48 PM Interlaken Ost | 2 transfers | |
IC 6 617 | 617 · RE 1 4169 | 4169+ PE GPX 4068 | 4068 | 10:30 AM Basel SBB | 2h13 | 12:43 PM Interlaken West | 2 transfers | |
ICE 101 | 101 · IC 81 814 | 814 | 10:58 AM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 12:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
ICE 101 | 101 · IC 81 814 | 814 | 10:58 AM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 12:53 PM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 619 | 619 | 11:30 AM Basel SBB | 1h52 | 1:22 PM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 619 | 619 | 11:30 AM Basel SBB | 1h58 | 1:28 PM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 969 | 969 | 11:58 AM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 1:53 PM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 969 | 969 | 11:58 AM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 1:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 65 | 65 · RE 9 4224 | 4224 | 12:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h51 | 2:21 PM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
EC 65 | 65 · RE 9 4224 | 4224 | 12:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h56 | 2:26 PM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 971 | 971 · IC 81 818 | 818 | 12:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 2:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 971 | 971 · IC 81 818 | 818 | 12:58 PM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 2:53 PM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 623 | 623 | 1:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h52 | 3:22 PM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 623 | 623 | 1:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h58 | 3:28 PM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 279 | 279 | 1:58 PM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 3:53 PM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 279 | 279 | 1:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 3:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6 625 | 625 · RE 9 4228 | 4228 | 2:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h56 | 4:26 PM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 625 | 625 · RE 9 4228 | 4228 | 2:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h51 | 4:21 PM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 975 | 975 · IC 81 822 | 822 | 2:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 4:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 975 | 975 · IC 81 822 | 822 | 2:58 PM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 4:53 PM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 627 | 627 | 3:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h52 | 5:22 PM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 627 | 627 | 3:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h58 | 5:28 PM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 977 | 977 | 3:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 5:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 977 | 977 | 3:58 PM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 5:53 PM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6 629 | 629 · RE 9 4232 | 4232 | 4:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h51 | 6:21 PM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 629 | 629 · RE 9 4232 | 4232 | 4:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h56 | 6:26 PM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
ICE 107 | 107 · IC 81 826 | 826 | 4:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 6:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
ICE 107 | 107 · IC 81 826 | 826 | 4:58 PM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 6:53 PM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
ICE 107 | 107 · RE 9 4234 | 4234 | 4:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h28 | 7:26 PM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
ICE 107 | 107 · RE 9 4234 | 4234 | 4:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h23 | 7:21 PM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
EC 67 | 67 · RE 9 4234 | 4234 | 5:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h51 | 7:21 PM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
EC 67 | 67 · RE 9 4234 | 4234 | 5:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h56 | 7:26 PM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 981 | 981 | 5:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 7:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 981 | 981 | 5:58 PM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 7:53 PM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 633 | 633 | 6:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h58 | 8:28 PM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 633 | 633 | 6:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h52 | 8:22 PM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6 983 | 983 · IC 81 830 | 830 | 6:58 PM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 8:53 PM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 983 | 983 · IC 81 830 | 830 | 6:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 8:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 635 | 635 · RE 9 4238 | 4238 | 7:30 PM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 9:25 PM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 635 | 635 · RE 9 4238 | 4238 | 7:30 PM Basel SBB | 2h00 | 9:30 PM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
ICE 375 | 375 | 7:58 PM Basel SBB | 1h56 | 9:54 PM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 375 | 375 | 7:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h02 | 10:00 PM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6 637 | 637 · B 60 6061 | 6061 | 8:30 PM Basel SBB | 2h04 | 10:34 PM Interlaken | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 637 | 637 · B 60 6061 | 6061 | 8:30 PM Basel SBB | 2h10 | 10:40 PM Interlaken | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 987 | 987 | 8:58 PM Basel SBB | 1h56 | 10:54 PM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 987 | 987 | 8:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 10:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 6 643 | 643 · B 60 6063 | 6063 | 9:30 PM Basel SBB | 2h10 | 11:40 PM Interlaken | 2 transfers | |
IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 6 643 | 643 · B 60 6063 | 6063 | 9:30 PM Basel SBB | 2h04 | 11:34 PM Interlaken | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 989 | 989 | 9:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h18 | 12:16 AM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 989 | 989 | 9:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h23 | 12:21 AM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 377 | 377 · IC 61 991 | 991 | 10:28 PM Basel SBB | 2h46 | 1:14 AM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
ICE 377 | 377 · IC 61 991 | 991 | 10:28 PM Basel SBB | 2h51 | 1:19 AM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
S 3 17383 | 17383 · IC 8 838 | 838 · IC 61 991 | 991 | 10:30 PM Basel SBB | 2h44 | 1:14 AM Interlaken West | 2 transfers | |
S 3 17383 | 17383 · IC 8 838 | 838 · IC 61 991 | 991 | 10:30 PM Basel SBB | 2h49 | 1:19 AM Interlaken Ost | 2 transfers | |
IC 2345 | 2345 · IC 8 838 | 838 · IC 61 991 | 991 | 10:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h16 | 1:14 AM Interlaken West | 2 transfers | |
IC 2345 | 2345 · IC 8 838 | 838 · IC 61 991 | 991 | 10:58 PM Basel SBB | 2h21 | 1:19 AM Interlaken Ost | 2 transfers | |
S 3 17387 | 17387 · IC 8 842 | 842 · S 44 16412 | 16412 · B 21 21000 | 21000 | 11:30 PM Basel SBB | 7h21 | 6:51 AM Interlaken | 3 transfers | |
S 3 17387 | 17387 · IC 8 842 | 842 · S 44 16412 | 16412 · B 21 21000 | 21000 | 11:30 PM Basel SBB | 7h16 | 6:46 AM Interlaken | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, October 1 | |||||
IR 26 2347 | 2347 · IC 8 842 | 842 · S 44 16412 | 16412 · B 21 21000 | 21000 | 12:04 AM Basel SBB | 6h47 | 6:51 AM Interlaken | 3 transfers | |
IR 26 2347 | 2347 · IC 8 842 | 842 · S 44 16412 | 16412 · B 21 21000 | 21000 | 12:04 AM Basel SBB | 6h42 | 6:46 AM Interlaken | 3 transfers | |
S 3 17391 | 17391 · IR 17 2806 | 2806 · IC 81 802 | 802 | 12:30 AM Basel SBB | 6h29 | 6:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 2 transfers | |
S 3 17391 | 17391 · IR 17 2806 | 2806 · IC 81 802 | 802 | 12:30 AM Basel SBB | 6h23 | 6:53 AM Interlaken West | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 607 | 607 | 5:24 AM Basel SBB | 1h58 | 7:22 AM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 607 | 607 | 5:24 AM Basel SBB | 2h04 | 7:28 AM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 957 | 957 | 5:58 AM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 7:53 AM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 957 | 957 | 5:58 AM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 7:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 61 | 61 · RE 9 4212 | 4212 | 6:30 AM Basel SBB | 1h56 | 8:26 AM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
EC 61 | 61 · RE 9 4212 | 4212 | 6:30 AM Basel SBB | 1h51 | 8:21 AM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
EC 61 | 61 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 · RE 8 4060 | 4060 | 6:30 AM Basel SBB | 2h13 | 8:43 AM Interlaken West | 2 transfers | |
EC 61 | 61 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 · RE 8 4060 | 4060 | 6:30 AM Basel SBB | 2h18 | 8:48 AM Interlaken Ost | 2 transfers | |
IC 6 959 | 959 · IC 81 806 | 806 | 6:58 AM Basel SBB | 1h55 | 8:53 AM Interlaken West | 1 transfer | |
IC 6 959 | 959 · IC 81 806 | 806 | 6:58 AM Basel SBB | 2h01 | 8:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Basel to Interlaken run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€23) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Interlaken — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Interlaken trip today.
Regional museum in a 17th-century building presenting local history, tourism, crafts, and mountain culture of Interlaken and the lakes.
Open-air museum with preserved farmhouses and rural buildings that vividly introduce traditional Bernese Highland life and architecture.
Extensive museum in Thun Castle covering regional archaeology, noble life, and Bernese history in a landmark setting.
Large open meadow in central Interlaken with classic Jungfrau views, strolling paths, and frequent paragliders landing nearby.
Popular panoramic lookout above Interlaken, reached by funicular or hiking, with unforgettable views over both lakes and peaks.
Historic old town west of Interlaken with arcades, painted facades, and quieter streets that show the area's local character.
Cheese fondue is melted Swiss cheese served communally with bread. It is a classic Alpine meal popular across the Bernese Oberland in cold weather.
Rösti is a Bernese potato dish fried until crisp and golden. It is a local staple often served plain or topped with cheese, egg, or meats.
Raclette is melted cheese scraped over potatoes, pickles, and onions. It is a beloved Swiss mountain dish tied to Alpine dairy traditions.
Upscale dining room at Victoria Jungfrau with refined Swiss and international cuisine, elegant service, and a grand hotel atmosphere.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Swiss classics like fondue and rösti in a warm chalet-style setting in central Interlaken.
Popular casual Swiss restaurant serving fondue, raclette, and regional dishes in a rustic atmosphere near the main tourist area.
Interlaken is pricier than many Alpine towns. Hotels, dining, and mountain transit add up fast, though supermarkets and guesthouses can reduce daily costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafes may get small change.
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Interlaken Ost -> Interlaken West Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Interlaken by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Interlaken, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Interlaken trains use the Basel SBB to Interlaken Ost station pair, with some services arriving at Interlaken West. Use this guide to compare Basel and Interlaken train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Interlaken Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Taverne, Restaurant Des Alpes
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Interlaken Ost. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Interlaken Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Interlaken Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Interlaken Ost: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken Ost: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Interlaken, Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage, Hotel Du Nord.
Interlaken West is 1 km from Interlaken city centre. Public transport options include:
Interlaken West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Taverne, Restaurant Bären
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Interlaken West. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Interlaken West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Interlaken West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Interlaken West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken West: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Interlaken, Hotel Krebs Interlaken, Hotel Bellevue.
Interlaken, Bahnhofplatz (Ost Bahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken, Bahnhofplatz (Ost Bahnhof).
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