How to travel from Brussels to Interlaken

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Compare train and flight for Brussels to Interlaken

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $156 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $156, while a flight costs an average of $187.

Distance: 329 miles (530 km)

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$156

Average price

Cheapest

$187

Average price

$229

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 27m

Average total duration

7h 57m

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30m

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3h 39m

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1h 39m

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7h 24m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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1.6 - 3.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Interlaken is a train with an average price of $156 (€128).

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

A train is $31 (€26) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Interlaken costing on average $187 (€153).

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Interlaken is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 39m.

Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 27m.

Bus takes on average 21h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brussels and Interlaken including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brussels 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 $156 (€128) compared to roughly $229 (€187) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $73 (€59). The journey takes 7h 57m versus 7h 24m 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 Brussels to Interlaken

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnIC 522 · R 5005 · 26809 · ICE 513
    12:20 AM14h01
    Brussels-Midi
    2:21 PMInterlaken West
    $1231One-way
    8 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 522 · R 5005 · 26809 · ICE 513
    12:20 AM14h01
    Brussels-Midi
    2:21 PMInterlaken West
    $1231One-way
    8 transfers

Fastest

  • Edelweiss AirLX781
    3:00 PM1h15
    Brussels Airport
    4:15 PMZurich Airport
    $5581One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 522 · R 5005 · 26809 · ICE 513
    12:20 AM15h02
    Brussels-Midi
    3:22 PMInterlaken West
    $1231One-way
    7 transfers
  • VuelingVY8983 · VY6246
    6:05 PM14h40
    Brussels Airport
    8:45 AMZurich Airport
    $2051One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1700 · KL1919
    6:20 AM4h45
    Brussels Airport
    11:05 AMZurich Airport
    $2511One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1700 · KL1943
    6:20 AM3h25
    Brussels Airport
    9:45 AMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    $2911One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Brussels 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 Brussels to Interlaken.

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There are 2 options to travel between Brussels and Interlaken including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Interlaken is a train with an average price of $156 (€128).

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

A train is $344 (€281) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Interlaken costing on average $500 (€409).

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Interlaken is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 27m.

Bus takes on average 21h 25m.

The distance from Brussels to Interlaken is approximately 329 miles (530 km).
The average frequency per day from Brussels to Interlaken is:
  • Around 45 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brussels to Interlaken:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Interlaken West.
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brussels to Interlaken, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Interlaken by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Interlaken by train.
  • Travel with Swiss, Brussels Airlines, easyJet, KLM Cityhopper, KLM to go to Interlaken by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Brussels to Interlaken:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Swiss, Brussels Airlines, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Brussels 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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