The cheapest and fastest trains from Interlaken to Thun
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Interlaken to Thun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Interlaken to Thun will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 trains that leave Interlaken for Thun every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Interlaken to Thun
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken to Thun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 20 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price | £18 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Interlaken to Thun train times
The table below shows live departures for Interlaken to Thun trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 11 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:34 Interlaken | 0h29 | 08:03 Thun | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:07 Interlaken | 0h51 | 08:58 Thun | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Interlaken to Thun
Trains from Interlaken to Thun run on average 16 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by ferry.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 29m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: SBB, Rhatische Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG from Interlaken to Thun trainsSBB, Rhatische Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG trains will get you between Interlaken and Thun from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Interlaken to Thun train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Interlaken to Thun 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 Thun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Interlaken and Thun
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Taverne
- Restaurant Bären
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Interlaken
- Hotel Krebs Interlaken
- Hotel Bellevue
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Thunersee line
- Train: Connections to Interlaken Ost and other regional destinations
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Taverne
- Restaurant Des Alpes
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Interlaken
- Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage
- Hotel Du Nord
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered and uncovered
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and information desk
- Hall 3: access to bus and boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Thun and Lake Brienz connections
- Train: Connections to major Swiss cities
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Dampfschiff
- Restaurant Schlossberg
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Freienhof
- Hotel Krone Thun
- Hotel Emmental
- Located in the main hall
- 320 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Bern, Zurich, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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