Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioned
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 92 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price | £59 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Interlaken:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Interlaken costing on average £61.
Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 10m.
Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £19. The journey takes 2h 6m versus 1h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Shuttler, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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Buses from Zurich to Interlaken run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:49. The fastest coach covers the 92 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 92 km |
Average bus duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Discover the best of Interlaken — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Interlaken trip today.
An open-air museum with historic rural buildings from across Switzerland. Worth visiting for architecture, crafts and a broad picture of traditional life.
A local history museum in a 17th-century timber house. Worth visiting for folk culture, regional objects and insight into life in the Bernese Oberland.
A modern museum on Swiss alpine transport and regional development. Worth visiting for railway history and its striking lakeside architecture in nearby Lucerne.
A broad meadow between Interlaken's main hotels with iconic mountain views. Worth visiting for walks, seasonal events and frequent paragliders landing nearby.
A panoramic viewpoint above Interlaken reached by funicular and short paths. Worth visiting for classic views over Lakes Thun and Brienz and the Jungfrau massif.
The historic old town beside the Aare with timber houses and small squares. Worth visiting for a quieter local atmosphere and attractive traditional streetscape.
Melted cheese with white wine and kirsch, shared with bread. A Swiss classic from the Alps and a staple winter dish in the Bernese Oberland.
Cheese melted and scraped over potatoes, pickles and onions. A hearty Alpine meal long associated with mountain farming and Swiss chalet cooking.
Crisp grated potato cake, often served plain or with toppings. Originating in the Bern region, it is one of the area’s best-known traditional dishes.
Refined dining in a grand historic hotel, with seasonal Swiss and French cooking in an elegant Belle Époque atmosphere.
Historic casual venue known for Swiss dishes such as fondue and rösti in a traditional chalet-style setting near the centre.
Established restaurant serving Swiss specialities, grills and fondue with a warm rustic interior close to Höheweg.
Very high costs by Alpine standards: hotels, dining and mountain transport are pricey, though supermarkets and takeaway options help lower daily spend.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Interlaken by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Interlaken, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Interlaken buses use the Opfikon, Glatthof to Interlaken station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Interlaken bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast-food and cafe options available.
Wi-Fi is available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof). ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
Available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Elevators, ramps.
Interlaken has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and fast food options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Interlaken. ATMs are several nearby.
Ticket office support is available at Interlaken.
Available at Interlaken: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken: Ramps available for bus entry and exit.
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