How to travel from Basel to Interlaken

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Compare train and bus for Basel to Interlaken

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €54 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €54, while a bus costs an average of €71.

Distance: 62 miles (100 km)

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€54

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2h 26m

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1h 52m

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The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Interlaken is a train with an average price of €54.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Interlaken:

A train is €17 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Basel to Interlaken costing on average €71.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Interlaken is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 10m.

Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Basel and Interlaken including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Basel to Interlaken among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €54 compared to roughly €72 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €18. The journey takes 1h 56m versus 1h 52m 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.

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from Basel to Interlaken

How to get from Basel to Interlaken by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Basel to Interlaken is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SBBICE 375 | 375
    7:58 PM1h56
    Basel SBB
    9:54 PMInterlaken West
    451One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SBBICE 375 | 375
    7:58 PM1h56
    Basel SBB
    9:54 PMInterlaken West
    451One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SBBIC 6 625 | 625 · RE 9 4228 | 4228
    2:30 PM1h51
    Basel SBB
    4:21 PMInterlaken West
    571One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SBBIC 61 607 | 607
    5:24 AM1h58
    Basel SBB
    7:22 AMInterlaken West
    451One-way
    0 transfers
  • SBBICE 375 | 375
    7:58 PM2h02
    Basel SBB
    10:00 PMInterlaken Ost
    451One-way
    0 transfers
  • SBBIC 61 607 | 607
    5:24 AM2h04
    Basel SBB
    7:28 AMInterlaken Ost
    451One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Basel to Interlaken

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Basel to Interlaken, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Basel to Interlaken and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Basel to Interlaken

Travel 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 Basel to Interlaken.

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There are 2 options to travel between Basel and Interlaken including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Interlaken is a train with an average price of €54.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Interlaken:

A train is €17 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Basel to Interlaken costing on average €71.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Interlaken is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 10m.

Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 26m.

The distance from Basel to Interlaken is approximately 62 miles (100 km).
The average frequency per day from Basel to Interlaken is:
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Interlaken as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Basel to Interlaken:
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Interlaken West.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Interlaken, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Interlaken by bus.
  • Travel with SBB, Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Interlaken by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Basel to Interlaken with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 6 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Omio customers who travel from Basel to Interlaken often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Zurich, Grindelwald, Paris, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Interlaken and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Interlaken to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Interlaken, you can explore Jungfraujoch for breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps, visit Harder Kulm for panoramic vistas of the Bernese Alps and Interlaken, enjoy boat cruises and water sports on Lake Thun, experience the thrill of paragliding with stunning aerial views, and discover the St. Beatus Caves with their impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Additionally, the Schynige Platte offers a mountain ridge experience with its alpine garden and hiking trails accessible by cogwheel train.
To fully enjoy Interlaken and its surrounding attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended, allowing time for activities such as visiting the Jungfraujoch, exploring Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, and engaging in outdoor adventures like hiking or paragliding.
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