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Compare train and bus for Heidelberg to Interlaken
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $101 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $101, while a train costs an average of $101.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$101 Average price Cheapest | $138 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Tickets start at around $101 (€84) compared to roughly $138 (€116) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $38 (€32). The journey takes 4h 25m versus 4h 22m 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 Heidelberg to Interlaken by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Heidelberg to Interlaken is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
ICE 1573 · ICE 71 · IC 62310:43 AM 4h39 Heidelberg Hbf 3:22 PM Interlaken West $48 1 One-way 2 transfers
Cheapest
ICE 1573 · ICE 71 · IC 62310:43 AM 4h39 Heidelberg Hbf 3:22 PM Interlaken West $48 1 One-way 2 transfers
Fastest
ICE 1573 · ICE 71 · IC 62310:43 AM 4h39 Heidelberg Hbf 3:22 PM Interlaken West $48 1 One-way 2 transfers
Other options
S3 · ICE 277 · IC 9699:13 AM 4h40 Heidelberg Hbf 1:53 PM Interlaken West $59 1 One-way 2 transfers
S3 · ICE 103 · IC 971 · IC 81810:13 AM 4h40 Heidelberg Hbf 2:53 PM Interlaken West $59 1 One-way 3 transfers
IC 2049 · ECE 151 · IC 6198:24 AM 4h58 Heidelberg Hbf 1:22 PM Interlaken West $65 1 One-way 2 transfers
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- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Heidelberg and Interlaken as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Heidelberg Hbf and arrive in Interlaken West.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Interlaken by train.
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