The cheapest and fastest trains from Interlaken West to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Interlaken West 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 West to Zurich HB will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 5 trains that leave Interlaken West for Zurich HB on Mon, May 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 04 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Mon, May 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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 81 815 | 81510:04 AM1h54Interlaken West11:58 AMZurich HB$801One-way0 transfers
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 711 | 7118:34 AM1h54Interlaken West10:28 AMZurich HB$831One-way1 transfer
IC 81 811 | 8118:04 AM1h54Interlaken West9:58 AMZurich HB$841One-way0 transfers
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 713 | 7139:33 AM1h55Interlaken West11:28 AMZurich HB$1241One-way2 transfers
IC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 813 | 8139:04 AM1h54Interlaken West10:58 AMZurich HB$1241One-way1 transfer
IC 81 815 | 81510:04 AM1h54Interlaken West11:58 AMZurich HB$801One-way0 transfers
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 711 | 7118:34 AM1h54Interlaken West10:28 AMZurich HB$831One-way1 transfer
IC 81 811 | 8118:04 AM1h54Interlaken West9:58 AMZurich HB$841One-way0 transfers
IC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 813 | 8139:04 AM1h54Interlaken West10:58 AMZurich HB$1241One-way1 transfer
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 713 | 7139:33 AM1h55Interlaken West11:28 AMZurich HB$1241One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Interlaken West to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken West to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
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$76 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Interlaken West to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Interlaken West to Zurich HB trains for today, Sunday, May 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RE 9 4207 | 4207 · IC 8 807 | 807 | 5:34 AM Interlaken West | 2h24 | 7:58 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 374 | 374 · IC 8 807 | 807 | 6:04 AM Interlaken West | 1h54 | 7:58 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 608 | 608 · IC 901 | 901 | 6:34 AM Interlaken West | 1h54 | 8:28 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 81 809 | 809 | 7:04 AM Interlaken West | 1h54 | 8:58 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 9 4211 | 4211 · IC 6 610 | 610 · IC 1 709 | 709 | 7:33 AM Interlaken West | 1h55 | 9:28 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 811 | 811 | 8:04 AM Interlaken West | 1h54 | 9:58 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 903 | 903 | 8:34 AM Interlaken West | 1h54 | 10:28 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 813 | 813 | 9:04 AM Interlaken West | 1h54 | 10:58 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 713 | 713 | 9:33 AM Interlaken West | 1h55 | 11:28 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 815 | 815 | 10:04 AM Interlaken West | 1h54 | 11:58 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Interlaken West to Zurich HB
Trains from Interlaken West to Zurich HB run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) but you can travel from only $43 (€34) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:01, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 4:01 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Interlaken West to Zurich HB trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Interlaken West and Zurich HB from $43 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Interlaken West to Zurich HB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Interlaken West to Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Interlaken West to Zurich HB
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Taverne
- Restaurant Bären
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Interlaken
- Hotel Krebs Interlaken
- Hotel Bellevue
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Thunersee line
- Train: Connections to Interlaken Ost and other regional destinations
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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