How to travel from Munich to Interlaken

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Interlaken

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. 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 bus costs an average of $57, while a flight costs an average of $277.

Distance: 200 miles (322 km)

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$134

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$57

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$277

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7h 9m

Average total duration

6h 39m

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6h 49m

Average total duration

6h 19m

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3h 0m

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1h 0m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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1.0 - 1.9kg

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Helvetic Airways

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from Munich to Interlaken

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnECE 194 · IC 722 · IC 625 · RE 4228
    10:48 AM5h33
    Munich Hbf
    4:21 PMInterlaken West
    $471One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnECE 194 · IC 722 · IC 625 · RE 4228
    10:48 AM5h33
    Munich Hbf
    4:21 PMInterlaken West
    $471One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • SwissLX1111
    8:55 PM0h55
    Munich Airport
    9:50 PMZurich Airport
    $5621One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnECE 194 · IC 822
    10:48 AM6h05
    Munich Hbf
    4:53 PMInterlaken West
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnECE 198 · IC 714 · IC 617 · RE 4220
    6:36 AM5h45
    Munich Hbf
    12:21 PMInterlaken West
    $1241One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnECE 198 · IC 814
    6:36 AM6h17
    Munich Hbf
    12:53 PMInterlaken West
    $1241One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1819 · VY6246
    8:55 PM12h05
    Munich Airport
    9:00 AMZurich Airport
    $2031One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW7762+GetJet AirlinesEW7171
    8:25 AM6h50
    Munich Airport
    3:15 PMZurich Airport
    $2611One-way
    1 transfer
  • GetJet AirlinesEW7173+EurowingsEW7764
    12:25 PM7h25
    Munich Airport
    7:50 PMZurich Airport
    $2611One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Munich to Interlaken

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Munich to Interlaken, 53,19% 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 Munich to Interlaken 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 Munich 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 Munich to Interlaken.

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There are 3 options to travel between Munich and Interlaken including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Interlaken is a bus with an average price of $57.

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

A bus is $77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Interlaken costing on average $134.

A bus is $220 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Interlaken costing on average $277.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Interlaken is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 49m.

Train takes on average 7h 9m.

The distance from Munich to Interlaken is approximately 200 miles (322 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Interlaken is:
  • Around 20 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich and Interlaken 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 Munich to Interlaken:
  • Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Interlaken West.
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich to Interlaken, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Interlaken by bus.
  • Travel with Helvetic Airways to go to Interlaken by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, TGV, ÖBB, Arverio Bayern GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Interlaken by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Munich to Interlaken with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Munich to Interlaken often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Zurich, Grindelwald, Paris, Lucerne. 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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