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Freilichtmuseum Ballenberg
An open-air museum with historic rural buildings from across Switzerland. Worth visiting for architecture, crafts and a broad picture of traditional life.
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£180
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£182
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
12 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
13 h 4 m
Trains on 02 Sept
2
Distance
850 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Interlaken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Interlaken will cost around £182 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £180.
On Wed 02 Sept, we found 2 trains from Budapest to Interlaken, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 850 km distance in an average of 13 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 h 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £59, while a train costs an average of £142.
Distance: 850 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£142 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price |
13h 14m Average total duration 12h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 18h 35m Average total duration 18h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Interlaken trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:40 Budapest | 12h54 | 20:34 Interlaken | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:40 Budapest | 13h14 | 21:54 Interlaken | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Budapest to Interlaken run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 850 km distance in 12h 54m.
Distance 850 km |
Average train duration 12h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 54m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:05 |
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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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Interlaken Ost -> Interlaken West, Interlaken
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Interlaken by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Interlaken, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Interlaken trains use the Budapest Keleti to Interlaken West station pair, with some services arriving at Interlaken, West Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Interlaken train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Interlaken West is 1 km from Interlaken city centre. Public transport options include:
Interlaken West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Taverne, Restaurant Bären
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Interlaken West. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Interlaken West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Interlaken West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Interlaken West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken West: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Interlaken, Hotel Krebs Interlaken, Hotel Bellevue.
Interlaken, West Bahnhof is 1 km from Interlaken city centre. Public transport options include:
Interlaken, West Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof.
ATMs are available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof.
Available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof.
Interlaken West (See) is 1 km from Interlaken city centre. Public transport options include:
Interlaken West (See) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Taverne, Restaurant Stadthaus
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Interlaken West (See). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Interlaken West (See). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Interlaken West (See): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Interlaken West (See): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken West (See): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Interlaken, Hotel Krebs Interlaken, Hotel Bellevue.
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