How to travel from Interlaken to Zurich

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Compare train and bus for Interlaken to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $55 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, while a train costs an average of $72.

Distance: 57 miles (92 km)

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from Interlaken to Zurich

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

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

  • Luzern-Interlaken ExpressR 70 9089 | 9089+SBBIR 70 2644 | 2644
    9:04 PM2h47
    Interlaken Ost
    11:51 PMZurich HB
    $561One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Luzern-Interlaken ExpressR 70 9089 | 9089+SBBIR 70 2644 | 2644
    9:04 PM2h47
    Interlaken Ost
    11:51 PMZurich HB
    $561One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SBBIC 81 835 | 835
    8:04 PM1h54
    Interlaken West
    9:58 PMZurich HB
    $681One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Luzern-Interlaken ExpressR 70 9089 | 9089+SBBIR 70 2644 | 2644 · RE 48 4944 | 4944
    9:04 PM3h06
    Interlaken Ost
    12:10 AMZürich Oerlikon
    $591One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBB 60 6060 | 6060 · IC 61 992 | 992 · IC 8 841 | 841
    10:53 PM2h13
    Interlaken
    1:06 AMZurich HB
    $631One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBIC 61 990 | 990 · IC 8 839 | 839
    10:05 PM1h56
    Interlaken West
    12:01 AMZurich HB
    $651One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Interlaken to Zürich

The Best Way According to our Users

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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FAQs: Travel from Interlaken to Zurich

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.

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There are 2 options to travel between Interlaken and Zurich including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Interlaken to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $55.

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

A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Interlaken to Zurich costing on average $72.

The fastest way to travel from Interlaken to Zurich is by train with an average journey time of 2h 36m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 37m.

The distance from Interlaken to Zurich is approximately 57 miles (92 km).
The average frequency per day from Interlaken to Zurich is:
  • Around 25 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Interlaken to Zurich:
  • Trains mostly depart from Interlaken Ost and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Interlaken and arrive in Opfikon, Glatthof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Interlaken to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Shuttler, Shuttler to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with SBB, Rhatische Bahn, Luzern-Interlaken Express, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Zurich by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Interlaken to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, Shuttler.
  • 4 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Omio customers who travel from Interlaken to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zurich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zurich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zurich, you can hike or take a train to Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and Alps, shop along the exclusive Bahnhofstrasse, explore diverse wildlife at Zurich Zoo, and enjoy performances at the Opera House. Wander through the Botanical Garden, offering a variety of plant species. Visit Lake Zurich for scenic views and recreational activities, explore the historic Old Town with its medieval buildings, and admire artworks at Kunsthaus Zurich. Discover Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum and enjoy a peaceful moment at Lindenhof with views over the city.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Zurich's main attractions, including the Old Town, Lake Zurich, museums, and nearby Uetliberg Mountain.
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