How to travel from Mainz to Interlaken

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Compare train and flight for Mainz to Interlaken

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $113 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 13m. 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 $113, while a flight costs an average of $621.

Distance: 228 miles (368 km)

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$113

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$621

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$157

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5h 46m

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5h 16m

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4h 13m

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2h 13m

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5h 5m

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1.1 - 2.2kg

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Compare ways to travel from Mainz to Interlaken

Compare the available ways to get from Mainz to Interlaken, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Mainz to Interlaken is a train with an average price of $113.

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

A train is $508 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mainz to Interlaken costing on average $621.

The fastest way to travel from Mainz to Interlaken is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 13m.

Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Mainz and Interlaken including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Mainz to Interlaken 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 $113 compared to roughly $157 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $44. The journey takes 5h 16m versus 5h 5m 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 Mainz to Interlaken

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Süwex
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Mainz to Interlaken

Travel to Interlaken 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 Mainz to Interlaken.

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There are 2 options to travel between Mainz and Interlaken including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Mainz to Interlaken is a train with an average price of $113.

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

A train is $508 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mainz to Interlaken costing on average $621.

The fastest way to travel from Mainz to Interlaken is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 13m.

Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 46m.

The distance from Mainz to Interlaken is approximately 228 miles (368 km).
The average frequency per day from Mainz to Interlaken is:
  • Around 28 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Mainz to Interlaken:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Mainz Hbf and arrive in Interlaken West.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mainz to Interlaken, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Interlaken by train.
  • Travel with Swiss, Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst, British Airways, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, CitizenPlane, Air Baltic, Qatar Airways, Brussels Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Interlaken by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Mainz to Interlaken:
  • 12 direct flights per day with Swiss, Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst, Air Dolomiti, CitizenPlane, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air.
Omio customers who travel from Mainz to Interlaken often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Zurich, Grindelwald, Paris, Lauterbrunnen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Interlaken and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Interlaken to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Interlaken, you can explore Jungfraujoch for breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps, visit Harder Kulm for panoramic vistas of the Bernese Alps and Interlaken, enjoy boat cruises and water sports on Lake Thun, experience the thrill of paragliding with stunning aerial views, and discover the St. Beatus Caves with their impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Additionally, the Schynige Platte offers a mountain ridge experience with its alpine garden and hiking trails accessible by cogwheel train.
To fully enjoy Interlaken and its surrounding attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended, allowing time for activities such as visiting the Jungfraujoch, exploring Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, and engaging in outdoor adventures like hiking or paragliding.

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