How to travel from Interlaken to Zurich

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Compare train and bus for Interlaken to Zurich

Travel 56 miles (91 km) by train or bus to Zurich from Interlaken. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are BlaBlaCar or SBB among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Interlaken to Zurich.

Train
Bus
Cheapest price 26Cheapest 56
Average price 63Cheapest 72
Average duration1h 53m3h 28m
Direct Options
First departure12:01 AM12:02 AM
Last departure11:57 PM11:57 PM
No. of daily departures177
Companies
  • SBB
  • Rhatische Bahn
  • Deutsche Bahn
  • BlaBlaCar
  • FlixBus

Travel options
from Interlaken to Zurich

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

Our recommendation
train

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

SBB
02:05PM2h13
Interlaken West
04:18PMZurich HB
$671One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
SBB
02:05PM2h13
Interlaken West
04:18PMZurich HB
$671One-way
1 transfer
Fastest
SBB
09:05AM1h53
Interlaken West
10:58AMZurich HB
$951One-way
1 transfer
Other options
SBB
06:05PM2h13
Interlaken West
08:18PMZurich HB
$671One-way
1 transfer
SBB
01:50PM2h28
Matten b. I.,Hertigässli
04:18PMZurich HB
$701One-way
2 transfers
SBB
05:50PM2h28
Matten b. I.,Hertigässli
08:18PMZurich HB
$701One-way
2 transfers

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How to get from Interlaken to Zürich

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Interlaken to Zürich, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Interlaken to Zürich and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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All travel companies: Train and Bus from Interlaken to Zurich

Find the best trip to Zurich from Interlaken with BlaBlaCar, SBB and Rhatische Bahn. Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most convenient journey has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.

SBB is the national railway company of Switzerland which operates trains from Interlaken to Zurich. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and InterCityExpress. InterCity trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while Regio trains are the slowest, with speeds of up to 120 km/h. SBB also offers a variety of ticket types, such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for SBB are from Zurich to Geneva, Basel to Bern, and Geneva to Lausanne.

Interlaken to Zurich travel information with SBB:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 53 min
  • SBB frequency: 4 a day

    FAQs: Travel from Interlaken to Zurich

    FAQs: Travel to Zurich 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 Zurich.
    FAQs

    You can get from Interlaken to Zurich 2 different ways: train or bus.

    The cheapest way to get from Interlaken to Zurich is by taking a train with average ticket prices of $42 (€37) compared to other travel options to Zurich:

    A train is $30 (€26) less than a bus for this journey with tickets for a bus from Interlaken to Zurich costing on average $72 (€63).

    The fastest way from Interlaken to Zurich is by train with an average journey time of 1 h 53 min.

    There are alternative travel options to Zurich that take longer:

    Getting to Zurich by bus takes 3 h 28 min on average.

    The distance from Interlaken to Zurich is approximately 56 miles (91 km).

    The average frequency per day from Interlaken to Zurich is:

    • 1 bus a day.
    • 2 trains a day.

    However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route to Zurich from Interlaken as scheduled services by train or bus can vary by season or day of the week.

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

    • Buses mostly depart from Interlaken, Untere Bönigstrasse (Interlaken Ost) and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
    • Trains from Interlaken to Zurich most often leave from Interlaken Ost and arrive in Zürich Hbf.

    The following travel companies offer services from Interlaken to Zurich:

    • BlaBlaCar or FlixBus can get you to Zurich by bus. You can find a good deal for bus tickets with FlixBus from Interlaken to Zurich for $17 (€15) on Omio.
    • Travel with SBB, Rhatische Bahn or Deutsche Bahn for trains to Zurich. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Rhatische Bahn Interlaken to Zurich tickets on Omio for $37 (€32).

    Yes, there are direct routes from Interlaken to Zurich with the following travel companies:

    • You can check for a direct bus to Zurich with FlixBus with 1 direct bus per day.

    Direct services to Zurich tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.

    Looking to extend your trip from Interlaken to Zurich? Many Omio customers who go from Interlaken to Zurich usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna or Lucerne. If you're looking to explore Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna or Lucerne from Zurich, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.
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