How to travel from Vienna to Interlaken

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Interlaken

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $104 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $104, while a flight costs an average of $164.

Distance: 410 miles (661 km)

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Driving

$158

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$164

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$104

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Cheapest

$247

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(fuel + tolls)

10h 30m

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10h 0m

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5h 9m

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3h 9m

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16h 30m

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9h 31m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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2.0 - 4.0kg

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Interlaken is a bus with an average price of $104 (€85).

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

A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Interlaken costing on average $158 (€129).

A bus is $60 (€49) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Interlaken costing on average $164 (€134).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Interlaken is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 9m.

Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 30m.

Bus takes on average 16h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Vienna and Interlaken including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Vienna 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 $158 (€129) compared to roughly $247 (€202) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $89 (€73). The journey takes 10h 0m versus 9h 31m 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 Vienna to Interlaken

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • Air FranceAF1739 · AF1114
    6:30 PM15h30
    Vienna International Airport
    10:00 AMZurich Airport
    $1641One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Air FranceAF1739 · AF1114
    6:30 PM15h30
    Vienna International Airport
    10:00 AMZurich Airport
    $1641One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS145
    6:40 PM1h20
    Vienna International Airport
    8:00 PMZurich Airport
    $6971One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnRJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 373 · IC 981
    8:28 AM11h25
    Vienna
    7:53 PMInterlaken West
    $1831One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnRJX 260 · ICE 566 · ICE 371 · IC 977
    6:28 AM11h25
    Vienna
    5:53 PMInterlaken West
    $2321One-way
    3 transfers
  • ÖBBRJX19960+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 192+ÖBB | InterCityIC 826
    6:28 AM12h31
    Vienna Hbf
    6:59 PMInterlaken Ost
    $2461One-way
    2 transfers
  • Air SerbiaJU315 · JU330
    8:45 PM11h55
    Vienna International Airport
    8:40 AMZurich Airport
    $1651One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air SerbiaJU311 · JU330
    9:30 AM23h10
    Vienna International Airport
    8:40 AMZurich Airport
    $1901One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air SerbiaJU315 · JU334
    8:45 PM23h05
    Vienna International Airport
    7:50 PMZurich Airport
    $2281One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Vienna 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 Vienna to Interlaken.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Vienna and Interlaken including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Interlaken is a bus with an average price of $104 (€85).

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

A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Interlaken costing on average $158 (€129).

A bus is $60 (€49) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Interlaken costing on average $164 (€134).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Interlaken is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 9m.

Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 30m.

Bus takes on average 16h 30m.

The distance from Vienna to Interlaken is approximately 410 miles (661 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Interlaken is:
  • Around 68 flights per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna 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 Vienna to Interlaken:
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Interlaken Ost.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Interlaken, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Interlaken by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet to go to Interlaken by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, Air Serbia, Eurowings, KLM, Smartwings to go to Interlaken by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Vienna to Interlaken:
  • 8 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna 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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