How to travel from Interlaken to Thun

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Compare train, bus, and ferry for Interlaken to Thun

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken to Thun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč509 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč509, while a train costs an average of Kč510.

Distance: 12 miles (20 km)

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1h 13m

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The cheapest way to travel from Interlaken to Thun is a train with an average price of Kč463.
The fastest way to travel from Interlaken to Thun is by train with an average journey time of 1h 1m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Interlaken and Thun including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Interlaken to Thun 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 Kč463 compared to roughly Kč1267 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč803. The journey takes 31m versus 26m 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 Interlaken to Thun

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • SBBIC 61 612 | 612
    8:34 AM0h29
    Interlaken West
    9:03 AMThun station
    4541One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SBBIC 61 612 | 612
    8:34 AM0h29
    Interlaken West
    9:03 AMThun station
    4541One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SBBIC 61 612 | 612
    8:34 AM0h29
    Interlaken West
    9:03 AMThun station
    4541One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SBBIC 81 811 | 811
    8:04 AM0h30
    Interlaken West
    8:34 AMThun station
    4541One-way
    0 transfers
  • SBBIC 61 964 | 964
    9:04 AM0h30
    Interlaken West
    9:34 AMThun station
    4541One-way
    0 transfers
  • SBBRE 9 4215 | 4215 · IC 6 30060 | 30060
    9:29 AM0h34
    Interlaken Ost
    10:03 AMThun station
    4541One-way
    1 transfer
  • SBBB 60 6020 | 6020 · IC 8 813 | 813
    8:50 AM0h41
    Interlaken
    9:31 AMThun station
    4541One-way
    1 transfer
  • SBBB 60 6020 | 6020 · IC 8 813 | 813
    8:42 AM0h49
    Interlaken
    9:31 AMThun station
    4541One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Interlaken to Thun

Travel to Thun 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 Interlaken to Thun.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Interlaken and Thun including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Interlaken to Thun is a ferry with an average price of Kč440.

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

A ferry is Kč69 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Interlaken to Thun costing on average Kč509.

A ferry is Kč70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Interlaken to Thun costing on average Kč510.

The fastest way to travel from Interlaken to Thun is by train with an average journey time of 1h 1m.

Other travel options to Thun take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 13m.

Ferry takes on average 3h 9m.

The distance from Interlaken to Thun is approximately 12 miles (20 km).
The average frequency per day from Interlaken to Thun is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 6 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Interlaken to Thun:
  • Trains mostly depart from Interlaken West and arrive in Thun station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Interlaken to Thun, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BLS Schifffahrt AG to go to Thun by ferry.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, PostAuto Schweiz AG, STI Bus AG to go to Thun by bus.
  • Travel with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG to go to Thun by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Interlaken to Thun with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct ferries per day with BLS Schifffahrt AG.
  • 6 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, STI Bus AG.
  • 6 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Omio customers who travel from Interlaken to Thun often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Bern, Zurich, Paris, Basel. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Thun and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Thun to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Thun, allowing time to visit its historic Old Town, enjoy Lake Thun, and explore nearby attractions such as Thun Castle and the Schadau Park.

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