The cheapest and fastest trains from Lauterbrunnen to Thun
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lauterbrunnen to Thun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lauterbrunnen to Thun will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 3 trains that leave Lauterbrunnen for Thun on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
8:01 AM1h02Lauterbrunnen9:03 AMThun$261One-way0 transfers
9:01 AM1h02Lauterbrunnen10:03 AMThun$301One-way0 transfers
7:01 AM1h02Lauterbrunnen8:03 AMThun$391One-way0 transfers
9:01 AM1h02Lauterbrunnen10:03 AMThun$301One-way0 transfers
7:01 AM1h02Lauterbrunnen8:03 AMThun$391One-way0 transfers
8:01 AM1h02Lauterbrunnen9:03 AMThun$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lauterbrunnen to Thun
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lauterbrunnen to Thun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 17 miles (28 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 46m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lauterbrunnen to Thun:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lauterbrunnen to Thun costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Thun take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 16m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $62 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $33 (€27). The journey takes 55m versus 35m 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
Lauterbrunnen to Thun train times
The table below shows live departures for Lauterbrunnen to Thun trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 62 128 | 128 · IC 61 612 | 612 | 8:01 AM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 9:03 AM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 130 | 130 · IC 61 964 | 964 | 8:31 AM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h03 | 9:34 AM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 132 | 132 · RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 30460 | 30460 | 9:01 AM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 10:03 AM Thun station | 2 transfers | |
R 62 134 | 134 · IC 81 815 | 815 | 9:31 AM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h03 | 10:34 AM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 136 | 136 · IC 61 616 | 616 | 10:01 AM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 11:03 AM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 138 | 138 · ICE 106 | 106 | 10:31 AM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h03 | 11:34 AM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 140 | 140 · RE 9 4219 | 4219 · IC 6 618 | 618 | 11:01 AM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 12:03 PM Thun station | 2 transfers | |
R 62 142 | 142 · IC 81 819 | 819 | 11:31 AM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h03 | 12:34 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 144 | 144 · IC 61 620 | 620 | 12:01 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 1:03 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 146 | 146 · IC 61 972 | 972 | 12:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h03 | 1:34 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 148 | 148 · RE 9 4223 | 4223 · EC 62 | 62 | 1:01 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 2:03 PM Thun station | 2 transfers | |
R 62 150 | 150 · IC 81 823 | 823 | 1:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h03 | 2:34 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 152 | 152 · IC 61 624 | 624 | 2:01 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 3:03 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 154 | 154 · IC 61 976 | 976 | 2:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h03 | 3:34 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 156 | 156 · RE 9 4227 | 4227 · IC 6 626 | 626 | 3:01 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 4:03 PM Thun station | 2 transfers | |
R 62 158 | 158 · IC 81 827 | 827 | 3:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h03 | 4:34 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 160 | 160 · IC 61 628 | 628 | 4:01 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 5:03 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 162 | 162 · ICE 100 | 100 | 4:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h03 | 5:34 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 164 | 164 · RE 9 4231 | 4231 · IC 1344 | 1344 | 5:01 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 6:03 PM Thun station | 2 transfers | |
R 62 166 | 166 · IC 81 831 | 831 | 5:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h03 | 6:34 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 168 | 168 · IC 61 632 | 632 | 6:01 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 7:03 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 170 | 170 · IC 61 984 | 984 | 6:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h03 | 7:34 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 172 | 172 · RE 9 4235 | 4235 · IC 6 634 | 634 | 7:01 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 8:03 PM Thun station | 2 transfers | |
R 62 174 | 174 · IC 81 835 | 835 | 7:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h03 | 8:34 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 176 | 176 · RE 9 4237 | 4237 · EC 30766 | 30766 | 8:01 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h02 | 9:03 PM Thun station | 2 transfers | |
R 62 178 | 178 · IC 61 988 | 988 | 8:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h00 | 9:31 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 182 | 182 · IC 61 990 | 990 | 9:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 1h00 | 10:31 PM Thun station | 1 transfer | |
B 311 190 | 190 · IC 61 10956 | 10956 · IC 61 956 | 956 | 11:30 PM Lauterbrunnen | 5h57 | 5:27 AM Thun station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lauterbrunnen to Thun
Trains from Lauterbrunnen to Thun run on average 8 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 17 miles (28 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 17 miles (28 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 12:36 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: SBB, Berner Oberland-Bahnen from Lauterbrunnen to Thun trainsSBB, Berner Oberland-Bahnen trains will get you between Lauterbrunnen and Thun from $23 (€19). 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 Lauterbrunnen to Thun
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lauterbrunnen to Thun 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 Thun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lauterbrunnen to Thun
- 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces
- Restaurant Weidstübli
- Hotel Oberland Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- CHF 1
- Hotel Silberhorn
- Hotel Staubbach
- Hotel Oberland
- Located in the main hall
- 117 places
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Interlaken, Grindelwald, Wengen, and Kleine Scheidegg
- Bus: Several lines available
- Cable car: Lauterbrunnen-Grütschalp
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is available at the Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald stations, which are the starting points for the journey to Jungfraujoch
- Restaurant Crystal
- Restaurant Aletsch
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- CHF 2
- Eiger Murren Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Silberhorn
- Hotel Staubbach
- Located in the main hall
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform for trains to Jungfraujoch
- Hall 2: tourist information and ticketing
- Hall 3: access to the Ice Palace and observation deck
- Train: Jungfrau Railway
- Gondola: Eiger Express tricable gondola
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is limited and primarily for short-term use
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- Free for passengers
- 5 places, not covered
- Located in the main station building
- The station serves as a junction for trains heading to Jungfraujoch and is a popular starting point for hikes.
- Train: Wengernalp Railway to Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road
- Restaurant Dampfschiff
- Restaurant Schlossberg
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- CHF 1
- Hotel Freienhof
- Hotel Krone Thun
- Hotel Emmental
- Located in the main hall
- 320 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Bern, Zurich, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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