How to travel from Interlaken to Salzburg

There are 3 options to travel between Interlaken and Salzburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Interlaken to Salzburg is a bus with an average price of €42.

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

A bus is €66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Interlaken to Salzburg costing on average €108.

A bus is €308 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Interlaken to Salzburg costing on average €350.

The fastest way to travel from Interlaken to Salzburg is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 15m.

Bus takes on average 8h 53m.

The distance from Interlaken to Salzburg is approximately 254 miles (410 km).

The average frequency per day from Interlaken to Salzburg is:

• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 7 flights per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Interlaken to Salzburg:

• Trains mostly depart from Interlaken West and arrive in Salzburg Hbf.
• Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Salzburg Airport.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Interlaken to Salzburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Salzburg by train.
• Travel with Cityjet to go to Salzburg by flight.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Shuttler to go to Salzburg by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Interlaken to Salzburg:

• 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Interlaken to Salzburg often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Hallstatt, Munich, Prague, Innsbruck. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Salzburg and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Salzburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Salzburg, you can explore the Hohensalzburg Fortress for panoramic views of the city and Alps, visit the baroque Mirabell Palace and Gardens, discover Mozart's Birthplace to learn about the famous composer, admire the stunning architecture of Salzburg Cathedral, and stroll along Getreidegasse, a charming shopping street with historic buildings and cafes.

To fully experience Salzburg, including its historic sites, cultural attractions, and scenic views, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.