Cologne to Interlaken train

Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Interlaken

Showing times and prices for Mar 24

Cheapest

30

Average

58

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

Deutsche Bahn
10:55PMCologne8h56 07:51AMInterlaken
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301One-way
Deutsche Bahn
04:49AMCologne6h02 10:51AMInterlaken
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501One-way
Deutsche Bahn
05:55PMCologne7h07 01:02AMInterlaken
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501One-way
Deutsche Bahn
04:53AMCologne6h58 11:51AMInterlaken
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681One-way
Deutsche Bahn
07:55PMCologne10h27 06:22AMInterlaken
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921One-way

Train schedule from Cologne to Interlaken

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Deutsche Bahn
04:49AMCologne6h02 10:51AMInterlaken
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Deutsche Bahn
04:53AMCologne6h58 11:51AMInterlaken
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Deutsche Bahn
05:55PMCologne7h07 01:02AMInterlaken
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Deutsche Bahn
07:55PMCologne10h27 06:22AMInterlaken
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Deutsche Bahn
10:55PMCologne8h56 07:51AMInterlaken
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Fastest train times from Cologne to Interlaken

Showing times and prices for Mar 24

Fastest Journey

6 h 2 m

Average

7 h 54 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

477 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Cologne for Interlaken every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Deutsche Bahn
04:49AMCologne6h02 10:51AMInterlaken
0 transfers
501One-way
Deutsche Bahn
04:53AMCologne6h58 11:51AMInterlaken
0 transfers
681One-way
Deutsche Bahn
05:55PMCologne7h07 01:02AMInterlaken
0 transfers
501One-way
Deutsche Bahn
10:55PMCologne8h56 07:51AMInterlaken
0 transfers
301One-way
Deutsche Bahn
07:55PMCologne10h27 06:22AMInterlaken
0 transfers
921One-way

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Overview: Train from Cologne to Interlaken

distanceDistance296 miles (477 km)
durationAverage train duration8 h 28 min
priceAverage train ticket price$44 (€38)
frequencyTrain frequency14 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersDeutsche Bahn

Trains from Cologne to Interlaken cover the 296 miles (477 km) long route taking on average 8 h 28 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 14 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $34 (€30), but the average price of train tickets is $44 (€38). Travelers depart most frequently from Köln Hbf and arrive in Interlaken Ost.

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Interlaken trains

Deutsche Bahn trains will get you to Interlaken from Cologne from $35 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Cologne and Interlaken. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Interlaken train information:

  • Average Duration: 6 h 54 min
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 14 a day



Deutsche Bahn trains from Cologne to Interlaken

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Deutsche Bahn is the main railroad company in Germany. On average, about 40,000 train journeys are made in Germany every day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types—make savings with offers such as the Sparpreis ticket or apply discount cards with the BahnCard. Check whether you can also use them on the DB route from Cologne to Interlaken. You can find information on ticket cancelation in our Help Center.

DB has different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its railroads, which differ in terms of comfort and travel time. While restrooms, for example, are part of the standard equipment, other offers such as an on-board restaurant or Wi-Fi access are only available on certain trains. With Omio you can easily check the Deutsche Bahn timetable for your journey from Cologne to Interlaken and book cheap DB tickets. More information on rail travel in Germany and Europe.


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Travel Tips: Trains from Cologne to Interlaken

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Interlaken easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Interlaken.
FAQs

Travel between Cologne, Germany and Interlaken, Switzerland by train is: Unrestricted.

What is the status of international entry into Switzerland from Germany?

International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany

Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Cologne?

Conditions of entry:

  • There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Interlaken, Switzerland?

When traveling in Switzerland, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:

  • Physical distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face mask requirement: Regional advice

The information above was last checked on 3/22/23. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your train between Cologne and Interlaken before traveling.

Return travel from Switzerland to Germany is: Unrestricted.

Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Cologne from Interlaken?

Entry into Germany is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Interlaken?

Requirements for reentering:

  • There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Cologne, Germany?

The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

  • Physical distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face mask requirement: Mandatory

Last checked on 3/22/23. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   closer to the travel date of your train to Cologne from Interlaken.

Train tickets between Cologne and Interlaken for some dates and times can be found for as cheap as $34 (€30)  one way in the next 7 days.
If you’re looking to book your train tickets in the next week, you can expect the Cologne to Interlaken train price to come in at an average of $44 (€38)  one way.
The distance to Interlaken from Cologne by train is approximately 296 miles (477 km).
While the time it takes to travel 296 miles (477 km) between Cologne and Interlaken can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays, the Cologne to Interlaken train journey time is on average 8 h 28 min.

Some of the Cologne train stations to Interlaken you can start your journey from include Köln Hbf, Köln Messe/Deutz and Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Interlaken include Interlaken Ost, Interlaken West and Interlaken, Kursaal.

When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Köln Hbf   and arriving in Interlaken Ost.

Passengers board their train most frequently from Köln Hbf and travel around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) from the city center to this train station.

Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Interlaken Ost and need to travel approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) from the train station to the city center in Interlaken.

For the best Cologne to Interlaken train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Cologne and Interlaken to compare what amenities they may offer.
The average number of trains departing Cologne for Interlaken is 14 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.
The earliest train for this journey departs from Cologne at 10: 43 PM. The last train leaves from Cologne at 10: 43 PM. Check Omio for the latest train schedule from Cologne to Interlaken and book the best time to depart on your chosen travel date.
In general, we recommend booking tickets for trains in advance to score the best deals from all possible train providers offering this trip and save money. If you purchase train tickets from Cologne to Interlaken within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $44 (€38) one way. To find the best prices for this route, consider booking your train ticket from Cologne to Interlaken a few months in advance.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Cologne
Interlaken
Köln Hbf is the most popular Cologne railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Cologne for your trip to Interlaken.
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+49 2211411055
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Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 21: 00 | Sat - Sun: 07: 00 - 21: 00
Public transit options for Köln Hbf
U-Bahn lines: U5, U16, U18
S-Bahn lines: S6, S11, S12, S19
Bus lines: 172, 173
Train lines: ICE, IC, EC, FLX, RE, RB
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At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
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ParkingParking
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WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
At a Travel Center you will receive the following services with personal consultation: Tickets and reservations up to shortly before departure, season tickets and DB monthly season tickets on subscription as well as DB BahnCard related offers. Furthermore, national and international timetable and fare information is available in addition to supplementary services and offers for your rail journey.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
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ParkingParking
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ParkingParking
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