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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
$110
Average price
$165
Fastest journey
14 h 16 m
Average duration
14 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
850 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Interlaken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Interlaken will cost around $165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Interlaken without transferring at least 3 times.
R 4592 · RJX 62 · ICE 266 · ICE 377
RJX 62 · ECE 96 · IC 740 · IC 991
R 4592 · RJX 62 · ICE 266 · ICE 377
RJX 62 · ECE 96 · IC 740 · IC 991Trains from Budapest to Interlaken run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€67) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 528 miles (850 km) distance in 12h 50m.
Distance 528 miles (850 km) |
Average train duration 12h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€67) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 50m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Interlaken trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RJX 62 · ECE 96 · IC 740 · IC 991 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 15h42 | 1:12 AM Interlaken West | 3 transfers | |
R 4592 · RJX 62 · ICE 266 · ICE 377 | 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 14h16 | 11:56 PM Interlaken West | 4 transfers | |
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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 Budapest 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 Budapest to Interlaken trains use the Budapest Keleti to Interlaken West station pair, with some services arriving at Interlaken, West Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Interlaken train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
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, West Bahnhof is 1 km from Interlaken city centre. Public transport options include:
Interlaken, West Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof.
ATMs are available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof.
Available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof.
Interlaken West (See) is 1 km from Interlaken city centre. Public transport options include:
Interlaken West (See) 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 Stadthaus
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Interlaken West (See). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Interlaken West (See). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Interlaken West (See): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Interlaken West (See): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken West (See): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Interlaken, Hotel Krebs Interlaken, Hotel Bellevue.
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