Interlaken to Brienz train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Interlaken to Brienz

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept

Cheapest price on 15 Sept

£5

Average ticket price on 15 Sept

£9

Fastest journey on 15 Sept

17 m

Average journey duration on 15 Sept

17 m

Trains on 15 Sept

30

Distance

15 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Interlaken to Brienz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Interlaken to Brienz will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

On Tue 15 Sept, we found 30 trains from Interlaken to Brienz, including 15 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .

The slowest trains will take 17 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.

  • SBBR 70 9067 | 9067
    10:330h20
    Interlaken Ost
    10:53Brienz
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBR 70 9069 | 9069
    11:330h20
    Interlaken Ost
    11:53Brienz
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBR 70 9073 | 9073
    13:330h20
    Interlaken Ost
    13:53Brienz
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBR 70 9075 | 9075
    14:330h20
    Interlaken Ost
    14:53Brienz
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBR 70 9071 | 9071
    12:330h20
    Interlaken Ost
    12:53Brienz
    £51One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Interlaken to Brienz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken to Brienz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £6.

Distance: 15 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£6

Average Price

£4

Average Price

Cheapest

£42

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

49m

Average total duration

Fastest

19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

59m

Average total duration

29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

19m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

SBB

Most popular train company

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Interlaken to Brienz is a coach with an average price of £4.

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

A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Interlaken to Brienz costing on average £6.

The fastest way to travel from Interlaken to Brienz is by train with an average journey time of 19m.

Other travel options to Brienz take longer:

Coach takes on average 29m.

Ferry takes on average 1h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Interlaken and Brienz including taking a train and coach.
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 £6 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £36. The journey takes 19m versus 19m 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.

Direct services run with SBB, Rhatische Bahn, Luzern-Interlaken Express, Zentralbahn.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Interlaken to Brienz train times

The table below shows live departures for Interlaken to Brienz trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2917 | 29178:04 Interlaken Ost
0h17
8:21 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBRE 9 4212 | 4212 · R 70 9063 | 90638:22 Interlaken West
0h31
8:53 Brienz1 change
SBBR 70 9063 | 90638:33 Interlaken Ost
0h20
8:53 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBIC 81 806 | 806+Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2919 | 29198:53 Interlaken West
0h28
9:21 Brienz1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2919 | 29199:04 Interlaken Ost
0h17
9:21 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBIC 61 611 | 611 · R 70 9065 | 90659:23 Interlaken West
0h30
9:53 Brienz1 change
SBBR 70 9065 | 90659:33 Interlaken Ost
0h20
9:53 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBICE 271 | 271+Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2921 | 29219:53 Interlaken West
0h28
10:21 Brienz1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2921 | 292110:04 Interlaken Ost
0h17
10:21 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBRE 9 4216 | 4216 · R 70 9067 | 906710:22 Interlaken West
0h31
10:53 Brienz1 change
SBBR 70 9067 | 906710:33 Interlaken Ost
0h20
10:53 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBIC 81 810 | 810+Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2923 | 292310:53 Interlaken West
0h28
11:21 Brienz1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2923 | 292311:04 Interlaken Ost
0h17
11:21 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBIC 61 615 | 615 · R 70 9069 | 906911:23 Interlaken West
0h30
11:53 Brienz1 change
SBBB 103 10333 | 10333 · IR LIX 3089 | 308911:27 Interlaken
0h31
11:58 Brienz1 change
SBBR 70 9069 | 906911:33 Interlaken Ost
0h20
11:53 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBIR LIX 3089 | 308911:40 Interlaken Ost
0h18
11:58 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBIC 61 965 | 965+Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2925 | 292511:53 Interlaken West
0h28
12:21 Brienz1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2925 | 292512:04 Interlaken Ost
0h17
12:21 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBRE 9 4220 | 4220 · R 70 9071 | 907112:22 Interlaken West
0h31
12:53 Brienz1 change
SBBR 70 9071 | 907112:33 Interlaken Ost
0h20
12:53 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBIC 81 814 | 814+Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2927 | 292712:53 Interlaken West
0h29
13:22 Brienz1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2927 | 292713:04 Interlaken Ost
0h18
13:22 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBIC 61 619 | 619 · R 70 9073 | 907313:23 Interlaken West
0h30
13:53 Brienz1 change
SBBR 70 9073 | 907313:33 Interlaken Ost
0h20
13:53 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBIC 61 969 | 969+Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2929 | 292913:53 Interlaken West
0h28
14:21 Brienz1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2929 | 292914:04 Interlaken Ost
0h17
14:21 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBRE 9 4224 | 4224 · R 70 9075 | 907514:22 Interlaken West
0h31
14:53 Brienz1 change
SBBR 70 9075 | 907514:33 Interlaken Ost
0h20
14:53 Brienz0 changesdirect
SBBIC 81 818 | 818+Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2931 | 293114:53 Interlaken West
0h28
15:21 Brienz1 change

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Why should you book Interlaken to Brienz trains with Omio?

SBB as well as Rhatische Bahn, Luzern-Interlaken Express, Zentralbahn and more offer trains services from Interlaken to Brienz.
Omio is the only official third party seller for SBB tickets.

Why book with Omio vs SBB?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of Rhatische Bahn, Luzern-Interlaken Express or Zentralbahn to find the best option for your trip from Interlaken to Brienz.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SBB with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Interlaken to Brienz.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Interlaken to Brienz

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Trains from Interlaken to Brienz run on average 14 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance
15 km
Average train duration
19m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
14
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
20m
First train
0:06
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Train companies: SBB, Rhatische Bahn, Luzern-Interlaken Express, Zentralbahn from Interlaken to Brienz trainsSBB, Rhatische Bahn, Luzern-Interlaken Express, Zentralbahn trains will get you between Interlaken and Brienz from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
20m
Cheapest SBB Price
£5
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Rhatische Bahn

About
The Rhatische Bahn is a Swiss railway network that operates throughout the country. It is one of the most extensive and reliable railway networks in Europe, with over 1,000 km of track. The Rhatische Bahn operates a variety of train types, including the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and InterRegio. The Glacier Express is a scenic train that travels between Zermatt and St. Moritz, while the Bernina Express is a panoramic train that travels between Chur and Tirano. The InterRegio is a regional train that connects major cities in Switzerland. The Rhatische Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and multi-day tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a variety of food and beverage options.The most popular routes for the Rhatische Bahn are the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and InterRegio. These routes offer stunning views of the Swiss Alps, as well as convenient access to major cities in Switzerland.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Rhatische Bahn Duration
17m
Cheapest Rhatische Bahn Price
£9
Rhatische Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on some routes, bistro service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended during peak seasons and holidays, additional fee applies
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible trains, ramps available, assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Luzern-Interlaken Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Luzern-Interlaken Express Duration
17m
Cheapest Luzern-Interlaken Express Price
£10
Luzern-Interlaken Express frequency
6 a day

Zentralbahn

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Zentralbahn Duration
17m
Cheapest Zentralbahn Price
£10
Zentralbahn frequency
16 a day

Complete guide to Brienz

Things to do in Brienz

Discover the best of Brienz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brienz trip today.

  • Must visit

Ballenberg Freilichtmuseum

Living open-air museum of rural Swiss buildings, crafts and gardens near Brienz. Ideal for seeing traditional architecture and demonstrations in one place.

  • Recommended

Schweizerisches Holzbildhauerei Museum

Museum dedicated to Swiss woodcarving in Brienz, a craft closely linked with the town. Visit for carved works, tools and local artistic history.

  • Recommended

Schule für Holzbildhauerei Brienz

Working woodcarving school with exhibition spaces where visitors can discover Brienz carving traditions and current student work.

Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Brienz is costly even by Swiss standards, with high hotel rates, restaurant prices and rail or boat fares in peak season.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for a simple meal or takeaway.
Mid-range
CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up a few francs in restaurants, cafés and taxis for good service, but large tips are not expected.

FAQs: Interlaken to Brienz train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Interlaken to Brienz 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 Brienz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Interlaken to Brienz can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Interlaken to Brienz covers a distance of 15 km and takes approximately 20m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train distance from Interlaken to Brienz is 15 km.
The first train from Interlaken to Brienz leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Interlaken to Brienz departs at 23:57.
Trains from Interlaken to Brienz run approximately 14 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Interlaken to Brienz.
Yes, there is a direct train between Interlaken and Brienz. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by SBB, Rhatische Bahn, Luzern-Interlaken Express, Zentralbahn.
To get from Interlaken to Brienz, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Interlaken to Brienz.
The train station in Interlaken that goes to Brienz is Interlaken Ost, and it arrives at Brienz.
The cheapest way to get from Interlaken to Brienz is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Interlaken to Brienz in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Interlaken to Brienz is considered scenic, offering stunning views of Lake Brienz, the surrounding mountains, and picturesque Swiss landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Interlaken to Brienz is feasible. The journey takes just 20m with a distance of 15 km. Trains run frequently with 17 trips per day.
To fully experience Brienz, including its picturesque lake, the Brienz Rothorn Railway, and the Ballenberg Open-Air Museum, a visit of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Interlaken to Brienz.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Interlaken and Brienz

Most Interlaken to Brienz trains use the Interlaken Ost to Brienz station pair, with some services arriving at Brienzwiler. Use this guide to compare Interlaken and Brienz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Interlaken
Arrival train stations in Brienz

Which Interlaken station do trains to Brienz leave from?

Trains from Interlaken to Brienz leave from Interlaken Ost. The station is 1 km from Interlaken city centre at Interlaken Ost, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland.
Interlaken OstInterlaken Ost, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland+41 51 225 78 00WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Interlaken Ost from Interlaken city centre

TrainIce, Ic61, Ic81 · 5m · £3 · every ~3 min
Bus21 · 6m · £2 · every ~3 min
M42 · 6m · £2

Interlaken Ost train station facilities and services

Interlaken Ost 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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Taverne, Restaurant Des Alpes

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Interlaken Ost. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Interlaken Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Interlaken Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Interlaken Ost: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken Ost: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Interlaken, Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage, Hotel Du Nord.

Interlaken WestBahnhofstrasse, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland+41 33 828 70 00WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Interlaken West from Interlaken city centre

Interlaken West is 1 km from Interlaken city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus108, 102, 60 · 5m · £2 · every ~6 min

Interlaken West train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Taverne, Restaurant Bären

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Interlaken West. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Interlaken West. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Interlaken West: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Interlaken West: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken West: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Interlaken, Hotel Krebs Interlaken, Hotel Bellevue.

Matten b. I.,HertigässliHertigässli, 3800 Matten bei Interlaken, SwitzerlandWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Matten b. I.,Hertigässli from Interlaken city centre

Bus104 · 3m · £2 · every ~3 min

Matten b. I.,Hertigässli train station facilities and services

Matten b. I.,Hertigässli has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Matten b. I.,Hertigässli. ATMs are available at Matten b. I.,Hertigässli.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Matten b. I.,Hertigässli.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Matten b. I.,Hertigässli: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Matten b. I.,Hertigässli: Basic accessibility services provided.

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