The cheapest and fastest trains from Thun station to Interlaken West
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thun station to Interlaken West is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thun station to Interlaken West will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 10 trains that leave Thun station for Interlaken West on Fri, May 29, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 29 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 61 611 | 6118:54 AM0h28Thun station9:22 AMInterlaken West$221One-way0 transfers
ICE 271 | 2719:24 AM0h29Thun station9:53 AMInterlaken West$221One-way0 transfers
RE 1 4161 | 4161 · RE 8 4060 | 40608:01 AM0h42Thun station8:43 AMInterlaken West$221One-way1 transfer
IC 81 806 | 8068:24 AM0h29Thun station8:53 AMInterlaken West$221One-way0 transfers
IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 42169:54 AM0h27Thun station10:21 AMInterlaken West$221One-way1 transfer
IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 42169:54 AM0h27Thun station10:21 AMInterlaken West$221One-way1 transfer
EC 61 | 61 · RE 9 4212 | 42127:54 AM0h27Thun station8:21 AMInterlaken West$221One-way1 transfer
IC 61 611 | 6118:54 AM0h28Thun station9:22 AMInterlaken West$221One-way0 transfers
IC 61 607 | 6076:54 AM0h28Thun station7:22 AMInterlaken West$221One-way0 transfers
ICE 271 | 2719:24 AM0h29Thun station9:53 AMInterlaken West$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Thun station to Interlaken West
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thun station to Interlaken West among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $21, and a bus costs an average of $23.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $24 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Thun station to Interlaken West:
A ferry is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Thun station to Interlaken West costing on average $24 (€19).
A ferry is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Thun station to Interlaken West costing on average $24 (€19).
Other travel options to Interlaken West take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 10m.
Ferry takes on average 2h 9m.
The journey is about 2m faster (28m by train vs 30m by car) and roughly $36 (€29) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($24 (€19) vs $59 (€48)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Thun station to Interlaken West train times
The table below shows live departures for Thun station to Interlaken West trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 81 802 | 802 | 6:24 AM Thun station | 0h29 | 6:53 AM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 607 | 607 | 6:54 AM Thun station | 0h28 | 7:22 AM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 957 | 957 | 7:24 AM Thun station | 0h29 | 7:53 AM Interlaken West | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Thun station to Interlaken West by train, bus, or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thun station to Interlaken West
Trains from Thun station to Interlaken West run on average 6 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by ferry.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 26m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG from Thun station to Interlaken West trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG trains will get you between Thun station and Interlaken West from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
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FAQs: Trains from Thun station to Interlaken West
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thun station to Interlaken West 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 West, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Thun station to Interlaken West
- 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
- 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
