Chur to Interlaken train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Chur to Interlaken

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€78

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€102

Fastest journey on Sep 17

3 h 13 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

3 h 13 m

Trains on Sep 17

33

Distance

128 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chur to Interlaken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Chur to Interlaken will cost around €102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €78.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Chur to Interlaken without transferring at least 2 times.

  • SBBIC 3 770 | 770 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IC 61 969 | 969
    10:38 AM3h15
    Chur station
    1:53 PMInterlaken West
    €781One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBIC 3 770 | 770 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IC 61 969 | 969
    10:38 AM3h21
    Chur station
    1:59 PMInterlaken Ost
    €781One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBIC 3 770 | 770 · IC 8 816 | 816 · RE 9 4224 | 4224
    10:38 AM3h43
    Chur station
    2:21 PMInterlaken West
    €811One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBIC 3 770 | 770 · IC 8 816 | 816 · RE 9 4224 | 4224
    10:38 AM3h48
    Chur station
    2:26 PMInterlaken Ost
    €811One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBIC 3 566 | 566 · IC 1 716 | 716 · IC 61 619 | 619
    10:08 AM3h14
    Chur station
    1:22 PMInterlaken West
    €811One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train for Chur to Interlaken

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chur to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €85 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €85, while a train costs an average of €85.

Distance: 79 miles (128 km)

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Driving

€85

Average price

Cheapest

€77

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 37m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Chur to Interlaken is a train with an average price of €85.
The fastest way to travel from Chur to Interlaken is by train with an average journey time of 3h 7m.
Yes, you can take a train between Chur and Interlaken.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Chur to Interlaken among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €85 compared to roughly €77 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-7.35. The journey takes 3h 7m versus 2h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Chur to Interlaken train times

The table below shows live departures for Chur to Interlaken trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SBBIC 3 558 | 558 · IC 1 708 | 708 · IC 61 611 | 6116:08 AM Chur station
3h20
9:28 AM Interlaken Ost2 transfers
SBBIC 3 558 | 558 · IC 1 708 | 708 · IC 61 611 | 6116:08 AM Chur station
3h14
9:22 AM Interlaken West2 transfers
SBBIC 3 762 | 762 · IC 8 808 | 808 · RE 9 4216 | 42166:38 AM Chur station
3h48
10:26 AM Interlaken Ost2 transfers
SBBIC 3 762 | 762 · IC 8 808 | 808 · ICE 271 | 2716:38 AM Chur station
3h21
9:59 AM Interlaken Ost2 transfers
SBBIC 3 762 | 762 · IC 8 808 | 808 · RE 9 4216 | 42166:38 AM Chur station
3h43
10:21 AM Interlaken West2 transfers
SBBIC 3 762 | 762 · IC 8 808 | 808 · ICE 271 | 2716:38 AM Chur station
3h15
9:53 AM Interlaken West2 transfers
SBBIC 3 560 | 560 · IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165+Goldenpass ExpressPE GPX 4064 | 40647:08 AM Chur station
3h35
10:43 AM Interlaken West3 transfers
SBBIC 3 560 | 560 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 42167:08 AM Chur station
3h18
10:26 AM Interlaken Ost3 transfers
SBBIC 3 560 | 560 · IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165+Goldenpass ExpressPE GPX 4064 | 40647:08 AM Chur station
3h40
10:48 AM Interlaken Ost3 transfers
SBBIC 3 560 | 560 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 42167:08 AM Chur station
3h13
10:21 AM Interlaken West3 transfers
SBBIC 3 764 | 764 · IC 81 810 | 8107:38 AM Chur station
3h15
10:53 AM Interlaken West1 transfer
SBBIC 3 764 | 764 · IC 81 810 | 8107:38 AM Chur station
3h21
10:59 AM Interlaken Ost1 transfer
SBBIC 3 562 | 562 · IC 1 712 | 712 · IC 61 615 | 6158:08 AM Chur station
3h20
11:28 AM Interlaken Ost2 transfers
SBBIC 3 562 | 562 · IC 1 712 | 712 · IC 61 615 | 6158:08 AM Chur station
3h14
11:22 AM Interlaken West2 transfers
SBBICE 108 | 108 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IC 61 965 | 9658:38 AM Chur station
3h21
11:59 AM Interlaken Ost2 transfers
SBBICE 108 | 108 · IC 8 812 | 812 · RE 9 4220 | 42208:38 AM Chur station
3h43
12:21 PM Interlaken West2 transfers
SBBICE 108 | 108 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IC 61 965 | 9658:38 AM Chur station
3h15
11:53 AM Interlaken West2 transfers
SBBICE 108 | 108 · IC 8 812 | 812 · RE 9 4220 | 42208:38 AM Chur station
3h48
12:26 PM Interlaken Ost2 transfers
SBBIC 3 564 | 564 · IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 · RE 9 4220 | 42209:08 AM Chur station
3h18
12:26 PM Interlaken Ost3 transfers
SBBIC 3 564 | 564 · IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 · RE 9 4220 | 42209:08 AM Chur station
3h13
12:21 PM Interlaken West3 transfers
SBBIC 3 564 | 564 · IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169+Goldenpass ExpressPE GPX 4068 | 40689:08 AM Chur station
3h35
12:43 PM Interlaken West3 transfers
SBBIC 3 564 | 564 · IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169+Goldenpass ExpressPE GPX 4068 | 40689:08 AM Chur station
3h40
12:48 PM Interlaken Ost3 transfers
SBBIC 3 768 | 768 · IC 81 814 | 8149:38 AM Chur station
3h21
12:59 PM Interlaken Ost1 transfer
SBBIC 3 768 | 768 · IC 81 814 | 8149:38 AM Chur station
3h15
12:53 PM Interlaken West1 transfer
SBBIC 3 566 | 566 · IC 1 716 | 716 · IC 61 619 | 61910:08 AM Chur station
3h20
1:28 PM Interlaken Ost2 transfers
SBBIC 3 566 | 566 · IC 1 716 | 716 · IC 61 619 | 61910:08 AM Chur station
3h14
1:22 PM Interlaken West2 transfers
SBBIC 3 770 | 770 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IC 61 969 | 96910:38 AM Chur station
3h21
1:59 PM Interlaken Ost2 transfers
SBBIC 3 770 | 770 · IC 8 816 | 816 · RE 9 4224 | 422410:38 AM Chur station
3h48
2:26 PM Interlaken Ost2 transfers
SBBIC 3 770 | 770 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IC 61 969 | 96910:38 AM Chur station
3h15
1:53 PM Interlaken West2 transfers
SBBIC 3 770 | 770 · IC 8 816 | 816 · S 1 15147 | 15147 · B 21 21170 | 2117010:38 AM Chur station
4h12
2:50 PM Interlaken3 transfers
SBBIC 3 770 | 770 · IC 8 816 | 816 · RE 9 4224 | 422410:38 AM Chur station
3h43
2:21 PM Interlaken West2 transfers
SBBIC 3 568 | 568 · IC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · RE 9 4224 | 422411:08 AM Chur station
3h13
2:21 PM Interlaken West3 transfers
SBBIC 3 568 | 568 · IC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · RE 9 4224 | 422411:08 AM Chur station
3h18
2:26 PM Interlaken Ost3 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Chur to Interlaken

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Trains from Chur to Interlaken run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 2h 54m.

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
Distance
79 miles (128 km)
Average train duration
3h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
€59
Trains per day
15
Fastest train
2h 54m
First train
12:04 AM
Last train
11:48 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
21 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

Train companies: SBB, Luzern-Interlaken Express from Chur to Interlaken trainsSBB, Luzern-Interlaken Express trains will get you between Chur and Interlaken from €59. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
2h 54m
Cheapest SBB Price
€59
SBB frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
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Luzern-Interlaken Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Luzern-Interlaken Express Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Luzern-Interlaken Express Price
€72
Luzern-Interlaken Express frequency
1 a day

Complete guide to Interlaken

Things to do in Interlaken

Discover the best of Interlaken — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Interlaken trip today.

  • Recommended

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.

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Freilichtmuseum Ballenberg

Open-air museum with preserved farmhouses and rural buildings that vividly introduce traditional Bernese Highland life and architecture.

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Schlossmuseum Thun

Extensive museum in Thun Castle covering regional archaeology, noble life, and Bernese history in a landmark setting.

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Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Interlaken is pricier than many Alpine towns. Hotels, dining, and mountain transit add up fast, though supermarkets and guesthouses can reduce daily costs.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 12-20 for takeaway or a simple meal.
Mid-range
CHF 25-45 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6.50 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafes may get small change.

FAQs: Trains from Chur to Interlaken

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chur 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Chur to Interlaken can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €59, while the average price is around €85.
The train from Chur to Interlaken takes 2h 54m and runs 15 per day.
The distance by train from Chur to Interlaken is 79 miles (128 km).
The first train from Chur to Interlaken leaves at 12:04 AM.
The last train from Chur to Interlaken leaves at 11:48 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Chur to Interlaken.
There is no direct train service currently available from Chur to Interlaken.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Chur to Interlaken.
The train station in Chur that goes to Interlaken is Chur station, which connects to Interlaken West.
The cheapest way to get from Chur to Interlaken is by train, with a cost of around €59.
Yes, the train journey from Chur to Interlaken is scenic, offering breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps, picturesque landscapes, and charming villages along the route.
A day trip from Chur to Interlaken is not feasible as the travel time is 2h 54m. However, there are 16 trains per day covering the 79 miles (128 km) journey.
In Interlaken, you can explore Jungfraujoch for breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps, visit Harder Kulm for panoramic vistas of the Bernese Alps and Interlaken, enjoy boat cruises and water sports on Lake Thun, experience the thrill of paragliding with stunning aerial views, and discover the St. Beatus Caves with their impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Additionally, the Schynige Platte offers a mountain ridge experience with its alpine garden and hiking trails accessible by cogwheel train.
To fully enjoy Interlaken and its surrounding attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended, allowing time for activities such as visiting the Jungfraujoch, exploring Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, and engaging in outdoor adventures like hiking or paragliding.
Yes, you can take the train from Chur to Interlaken.
Since both Chur and Interlaken 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.
Popular day trips by train from Interlaken include Milan, Grindelwald, Lucerne, Lauterbrunnen, Basel.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Chur to Interlaken among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
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 Interlaken, travelers should be aware of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and public transport. Common safety concerns include sudden weather changes affecting outdoor activities like hiking and paragliding, so proper gear and local advice are essential. Scams are rare but can include overpriced taxi fares or unofficial tour offers; using licensed services helps avoid these issues.
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.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Chur to Interlaken

Most Chur to Interlaken trains use the Chur to Interlaken West station pair, with some services arriving at Interlaken Ost. Use this guide to compare Chur and Interlaken train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Chur
Arrival train stations in Interlaken

Which Chur station do trains to Interlaken leave from?

Trains from Chur to Interlaken leave from Chur. The station is from Chur city centre at Bahnhofstrasse 1, 7000 Chur, Switzerland.
ChurBahnhofstrasse 1, 7000 Chur, Switzerland+41 81 288 33 33WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Chur from Chur city centre

TrainR16, Re6 · 7m · every ~2 min
Bus10, 11, 12, 9 · 3m · €3 · every ~18 min

Chur train station facilities and services

Chur 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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Va Bene, Restaurant Zunfthaus zur Rebleuten

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Chur. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Chur. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Chur: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Chur: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Chur: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel ABC, Hotel Chur, Romantik Hotel Stern.

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