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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 $66 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $66, while a train costs an average of $66.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around $66 compared to roughly $86 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20. 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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How to get from Basel to Interlaken by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Basel to Interlaken is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- IC 61 607 | 607
5:24 AM 1h58 Basel SBB 7:22 AM Interlaken West $53 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
- IC 61 607 | 607
5:24 AM 1h58 Basel SBB 7:22 AM Interlaken West $53 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
- IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 30216 | 30216
8:30 AM 1h51 Basel SBB 10:21 AM Interlaken West $89 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options
- IC 61 957 | 957
5:58 AM 1h55 Basel SBB 7:53 AM Interlaken West $54 1 One-way 0 transfers - IC 61 10959 | 10959
6:58 AM 1h55 Basel SBB 8:53 AM Interlaken West $57 1 One-way 0 transfers - IC 61 611 | 611
7:30 AM 1h52 Basel SBB 9:22 AM Interlaken West $58 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 13 trains 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.
- Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Interlaken Ost.
- Travel with SBB to go to Interlaken by train.
- 5 direct trains per day with SBB.
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