How to travel from Zermatt to InterlakenHow to travel from Zermatt to Interlaken

You can travel between Zermatt and Interlaken by train.

The cheapest way to travel from Zermatt to Interlaken is a train with an average price of $90.

The fastest way to travel from Zermatt to Interlaken is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 46m.

Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 55m.

The distance from Zermatt to Interlaken is approximately 45 miles (74 km).

The average frequency per day from Zermatt to Interlaken is:

• Around 16 trains per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zermatt to Interlaken:

• Trains mostly depart from Zermatt Bhf and arrive in Interlaken West.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zermatt to Interlaken, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn to go to Interlaken by train.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Interlaken by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Zermatt to Interlaken:

• 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Zermatt 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.