How to travel from Paris to Interlaken

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris to Interlaken

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €46, while a flight costs an average of €373.

Distance: 297 miles (478 km)

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€46

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€373

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€187

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5h 42m

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5h 19m

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3h 19m

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6h 51m

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1.4 - 2.9kg

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Compare ways to travel from Paris to Interlaken

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

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Interlaken is a train with an average price of €46.

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

A train is €328 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Interlaken costing on average €373.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Interlaken is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 19m.

Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Interlaken including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Interlaken among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 39m faster (5h 12m by train vs 6h 51m by car) and roughly €142 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€46 vs €187). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Paris to Interlaken

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

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

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  • Air FranceAF1292
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How to get from Paris to Interlaken

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Paris to Interlaken, 96,65% 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 Paris 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 Paris 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 Paris to Interlaken.

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There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Interlaken including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Interlaken is a train with an average price of €46.

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

A train is €328 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Interlaken costing on average €373.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Interlaken is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 19m.

Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 42m.

The distance from Paris to Interlaken is approximately 297 miles (478 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Interlaken is:
  • Around 95 flights per day.
  • Around 27 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Interlaken:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare de l'Est and arrive in Interlaken Ost.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Interlaken, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France, KLM, Vueling, KLM Cityhopper, British Airways, Lufthansa, ITA, Qatar Airways, Condor Flugdienst, Austrian Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, BA Cityflyer, Swiss, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Eurowings, Air Serbia, GetJet Airlines, Transavia France, Edelweiss Air, Croatia Airlines, Global Supply Systems, Air Europa, Amelia, asl airlines, Avion Express Malta, Norwegian Air Shuttle to go to Interlaken by flight.
  • Travel with SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Deutsche Bahn to go to Interlaken by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Paris to Interlaken:
  • 8 direct flights per day with Air France, Swiss, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Interlaken often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Zurich, Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, 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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