How to travel from Thun to Lauterbrunnen

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Compare train and bus for Thun to Lauterbrunnen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thun to Lauterbrunnen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, while a train costs an average of €25.

Distance: 17 miles (28 km)

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€25

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€51

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1h 27m

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57m

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36m

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The cheapest way to travel from Thun to Lauterbrunnen is a train with an average price of €25.
The fastest way to travel from Thun to Lauterbrunnen is by train with an average journey time of 1h 25m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Thun and Lauterbrunnen including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Thun to Lauterbrunnen 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 €25 compared to roughly €51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €26. The journey takes 55m versus 36m 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 Thun to Lauterbrunnen

How to get from Thun to Lauterbrunnen by train, bus or flight.

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

  • SBBICE 279 | 279 · R 62 175 | 175
    3:24 PM1h02
    Thun station
    4:26 PMLauterbrunnen station
    211One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • SBBICE 279 | 279 · R 62 175 | 175
    3:24 PM1h02
    Thun station
    4:26 PMLauterbrunnen station
    211One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SBBICE 279 | 279 · R 62 175 | 175
    3:24 PM1h02
    Thun station
    4:26 PMLauterbrunnen station
    211One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SBBIC 61 627 | 627 · R 62 181 | 181
    4:54 PM1h02
    Thun station
    5:56 PMLauterbrunnen station
    211One-way
    1 transfer
  • SBBIC 81 822 | 822 · R 62 179 | 179
    4:24 PM1h02
    Thun station
    5:26 PMLauterbrunnen station
    211One-way
    1 transfer
  • SBBIC 81 826 | 826 · R 62 187 | 187
    6:24 PM1h02
    Thun station
    7:26 PMLauterbrunnen station
    211One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Thun to Lauterbrunnen

Travel to Lauterbrunnen 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 Thun to Lauterbrunnen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Thun and Lauterbrunnen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Thun to Lauterbrunnen is a train with an average price of €25.

This is compared to other travel options from Thun to Lauterbrunnen:

A train is €8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Thun to Lauterbrunnen costing on average €33.

The fastest way to travel from Thun to Lauterbrunnen is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 13m.

Other travel options to Lauterbrunnen take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 27m.

The distance from Thun to Lauterbrunnen is approximately 17 miles (28 km).
The average frequency per day from Thun to Lauterbrunnen is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Thun and Lauterbrunnen 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 Thun to Lauterbrunnen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Thun station and arrive in Lauterbrunnen station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Thun to Lauterbrunnen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SBB, Goldenpass Express to go to Lauterbrunnen by train.
Omio customers who travel from Thun to Lauterbrunnen often also extend their vacation to go to Wengen, Grindelwald, Interlaken, Zurich, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lauterbrunnen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lauterbrunnen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lauterbrunnen, you can explore Trümmelbach Falls, a series of impressive glacier waterfalls inside a mountain. Visit Jungfraujoch, the high-altitude railway station with panoramic views of the Swiss Alps. Admire Staubbach Falls, one of Europe's highest free-falling waterfalls. Discover the charming car-free village of Mürren, offering stunning views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains. Take a cable car to Schilthorn, featuring a revolving restaurant and views of the Bernese Alps. Enjoy the picturesque Lauterbrunnen Valley with lush meadows, traditional Swiss chalets, and numerous hiking trails.
To fully experience Lauterbrunnen, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore its stunning waterfalls, hiking trails, and nearby attractions like Jungfraujoch and Schilthorn.

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