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Kunsthaus Zürich
Zürich’s leading fine arts museum with major Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern and contemporary art.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
49
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Interlaken Ost to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Interlaken Ost to Zurich HB will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 49 trains that leave Interlaken Ost for Zurich HB on Thu, Jun 18, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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.
R 70 9089 | 9089+
IR 70 2644 | 2644
PE LIX 2939 | 2939+
IR 70 2640 | 2640
IC 61 992 | 992 · IC 8 841 | 841
IC 61 990 | 990 · IC 8 839 | 839
R 70 9089 | 9089 · IR 70 2644 | 2644
RE 9 4207 | 4207 · IC 6 606 | 606 · IC 1 705 | 705
IC 61 616 | 616 · IC 1 715 | 715
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 711 | 711
IC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 813 | 813
IC 81 815 | 815Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken Ost to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $56.
Distance: 57 miles (92 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$81 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Interlaken Ost to Zurich HB:
A bus is $17 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Interlaken Ost to Zurich HB costing on average $81 (€66).
Other travel options to Zurich HB take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 15m.
Tickets start at around $81 (€66) compared to roughly $81 (€65) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.63 (€-0.51). The journey takes 2h 15m versus 1h 41m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Interlaken Ost to Zurich HB trains for today, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 81 815 | 815 | 9:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 11:58 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 616 | 616 · IC 1 715 | 715 | 10:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 12:28 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 | 106 · IC 8 817 | 817 | 10:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 12:58 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RE 9 4219 | 4219 · IC 6 618 | 618 · IC 1 717 | 717 | 11:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 1:28 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 819 | 819 | 11:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 1:58 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 620 | 620 · IC 1 719 | 719 | 12:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 2:28 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 972 | 972 · IC 8 821 | 821 | 12:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 2:58 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RE 9 4223 | 4223 · IC 6 622 | 622 · IC 1 721 | 721 | 1:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 3:28 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 823 | 823 | 1:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 3:58 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 624 | 624 · IC 1 723 | 723 | 2:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 4:28 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 976 | 976 · IC 8 825 | 825 | 2:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 4:58 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RE 9 4227 | 4227 · IC 6 626 | 626 · IC 1 725 | 725 | 3:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 5:28 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 827 | 827 | 3:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 5:58 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 628 | 628 · IC 1 727 | 727 | 4:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 6:28 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 100 | 100 · IC 8 829 | 829 | 4:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 6:58 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RE 9 4231 | 4231 · EC 30464 | 30464 · IC 1 729 | 729 | 5:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 7:28 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 831 | 831 | 5:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 7:58 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 632 | 632 · IC 1 731 | 731 | 6:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 8:28 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 984 | 984 · IC 8 833 | 833 | 6:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 8:58 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
PE LIX 2939 | 2939+ IR 70 2640 | 2640 | 7:04 PM Interlaken Ost | 2h47 | 9:51 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
EV EV1 560063 | 560063 · IC 8 10835 | 10835 | 7:48 PM Interlaken Ost | 2h10 | 9:58 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
PE LIX 2941 | 2941+ IR 70 2642 | 2642 | 8:04 PM Interlaken Ost | 2h47 | 10:51 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
EV EV1 560067 | 560067 · EC 30766 | 30766 · IC 1 735 | 735 | 8:10 PM Interlaken Ost | 2h21 | 10:31 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
EV EV1 560071 | 560071 · IC 61 988 | 988 · IC 8 837 | 837 | 8:49 PM Interlaken Ost | 2h12 | 11:01 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
R 70 9089 | 9089+ IR 70 2644 | 2644 | 9:04 PM Interlaken Ost | 2h47 | 11:51 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
EV EV1 560075 | 560075 · IC 6 638 | 638 · IC 1 737 | 737 | 9:10 PM Interlaken Ost | 2h31 | 11:41 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, June 18 | |||||
IC 61 10956 | 10956 · IC 61 956 | 956 · IC 8 805 | 805 | 4:56 AM Interlaken Ost | 2h05 | 7:01 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
RE 9 4207 | 4207 · IC 8 807 | 807 | 5:30 AM Interlaken Ost | 2h28 | 7:58 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RE 9 4207 | 4207 · IC 6 606 | 606 · IC 1 705 | 705 | 5:30 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h58 | 7:28 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 374 | 374 · IC 8 807 | 807 | 5:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 7:58 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 608 | 608 · IC 1 707 | 707 | 6:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 8:28 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 81 809 | 809 | 6:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 8:58 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 9 4211 | 4211 · IC 6 610 | 610 · IC 1 709 | 709 | 7:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 9:28 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 811 | 811 | 7:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 9:58 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 711 | 711 | 8:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 10:28 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 813 | 813 | 8:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 10:58 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 30460 | 30460 · IC 1 713 | 713 | 9:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 1h59 | 11:28 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Interlaken Ost to Zurich HB run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) but you can travel from only $51 (€41) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:56, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 2:56 AM |
Last train 8:04 PM |
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Zürich’s leading fine arts museum with major Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern and contemporary art.
The country’s main cultural history museum, known for engaging exhibitions on Swiss heritage, design, and everyday life.
A respected museum for non-European art, set in a villa and park ensemble with notable Asian, African, and American collections.
Zürich’s famous central boulevard for shopping and strolling, stretching from the main station toward the lake.
The historic old town with narrow lanes, medieval buildings, churches, river views, and many of the city’s classic sights.
A scenic lakeside walking area ideal for relaxed views, people-watching, and classic city photos.
Zürich’s signature dish of sliced veal in a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce, traditionally served with rösti.
A classic Swiss potato dish, pan-fried until crisp and golden. It is a staple in Zürich and often served as a side or main.
Melted Swiss cheese served communally with bread for dipping. It is one of the country’s most iconic traditional meals.
Established Swiss restaurant respected for Zürcher Geschnetzeltes and refined regional cooking in a classic setting.
Iconic Zürich dining room with a fine-dining atmosphere, celebrated for upscale Swiss classics and historic artistic ambiance.
Historic vegetarian restaurant near the station area, known for its large buffet, Swiss dishes, and long-standing culinary reputation.
Zürich is among Europe’s priciest cities. Hotels, dining, and transport are costly, though supermarkets and takeaway spots help cut daily costs.
Service is included in prices. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or adding about CHF 5-10 in restaurants is appreciated for good service. Round up taxi fares slightly.
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