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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 27 Oct
£23
Average ticket price on 27 Oct
£28
Fastest journey on 27 Oct
1 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 27 Oct
1 h 7 m
Trains on 27 Oct
38
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kandersteg to Interlaken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kandersteg to Interlaken will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
To travel from Kandersteg to Interlaken you need to make at least one change.
RE 1 4260 | 4260 · IC 61 611 | 611
RE 1 4276 | 4276 · IC 61 627 | 627
RE 1 4272 | 4272 · IC 61 623 | 623
RE 1 4282 | 4282 · IC 61 633 | 633
RE 1 4268 | 4268 · ICE 101 | 101
RE 1 4280 | 4280 · RE 9 4234 | 4234
RE 1 4262 | 4262 · RE 9 30216 | 30216
RE 1 4266 | 4266 · RE 9 30220 | 30220
RE 1 4278 | 4278 · RE 9 30232 | 30232
RE 1 4274 | 4274 · RE 9 30228 | 30228Trains from Kandersteg to Interlaken run on average 13 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:29, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 45m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 0:29 |
Last train 23:48 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Kandersteg to Interlaken.
The table below shows live departures for Kandersteg to Interlaken trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 27 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RE 1 4260 | 4260 · IC 61 611 | 611 | 8:14 Kandersteg station | 1h08 | 9:22 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
RE 1 4260 | 4260 · IC 61 611 | 611 · EV EV1 590018 | 590018 | 8:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 9:34 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4262 | 4262 · RE 9 30216 | 30216 | 9:14 Kandersteg station | 1h07 | 10:21 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
RE 1 4262 | 4262 · RE 9 30216 | 30216 · EV EV1 590022 | 590022 | 9:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 10:34 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4264 | 4264 · IC 61 615 | 615 | 10:14 Kandersteg station | 1h08 | 11:22 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
RE 1 4264 | 4264 · IC 61 615 | 615 · EV EV1 590026 | 590026 | 10:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 11:34 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4266 | 4266 · RE 9 30220 | 30220 | 11:14 Kandersteg station | 1h07 | 12:21 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
RE 1 4266 | 4266 · RE 9 30220 | 30220 · EV EV1 590030 | 590030 | 11:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 12:34 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4268 | 4268 · ICE 101 | 101 | 12:14 Kandersteg station | 1h08 | 13:22 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
RE 1 4268 | 4268 · ICE 101 | 101 · EV EV1 590034 | 590034 | 12:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 13:34 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4270 | 4270 · RE 9 30224 | 30224 · EV EV1 590038 | 590038 | 13:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 14:34 Interlaken | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4270 | 4270 · RE 9 30224 | 30224 | 13:14 Kandersteg station | 1h07 | 14:21 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
RE 1 4270 | 4270 · RE 9 30224 | 30224 · EV EV1 590038 | 590038 | 13:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 14:34 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4272 | 4272 · IC 61 623 | 623 | 14:14 Kandersteg station | 1h08 | 15:22 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
RE 1 4272 | 4272 · IC 61 623 | 623 · EV EV1 590042 | 590042 | 14:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 15:34 Interlaken | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4272 | 4272 · IC 61 623 | 623 · EV EV1 590042 | 590042 | 14:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 15:34 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4274 | 4274 · RE 9 30228 | 30228 · EV EV1 590046 | 590046 | 15:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 16:34 Interlaken | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4274 | 4274 · RE 9 30228 | 30228 | 15:14 Kandersteg station | 1h07 | 16:21 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
RE 1 4274 | 4274 · RE 9 30228 | 30228 · EV EV1 590046 | 590046 | 15:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 16:34 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4276 | 4276 · IC 61 627 | 627 | 16:14 Kandersteg station | 1h08 | 17:22 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
RE 1 4276 | 4276 · IC 61 627 | 627 · EV EV1 590050 | 590050 | 16:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 17:34 Interlaken | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4276 | 4276 · IC 61 627 | 627 · EV EV1 590050 | 590050 | 16:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 17:34 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4278 | 4278 · RE 9 30232 | 30232 · EV EV1 590054 | 590054 | 17:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 18:34 Interlaken | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4278 | 4278 · RE 9 30232 | 30232 | 17:14 Kandersteg station | 1h07 | 18:21 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
RE 1 4278 | 4278 · RE 9 30232 | 30232 · EV EV1 590054 | 590054 | 17:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 18:34 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4280 | 4280 · RE 9 4234 | 4234 | 18:14 Kandersteg station | 1h07 | 19:21 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
RE 1 4280 | 4280 · RE 9 4234 | 4234 · EV EV1 590058 | 590058 | 18:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 19:34 Interlaken | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4280 | 4280 · RE 9 4234 | 4234 · EV EV1 590058 | 590058 | 18:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 19:34 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4282 | 4282 · IC 61 633 | 633 | 19:14 Kandersteg station | 1h08 | 20:22 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
RE 1 4282 | 4282 · IC 61 633 | 633 · EV EV1 590062 | 590062 | 19:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 20:34 Interlaken | 2 changes | |
RE 1 4282 | 4282 · IC 61 633 | 633 · EV EV1 590062 | 590062 | 19:14 Kandersteg station | 1h20 | 20:34 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kandersteg 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 Kandersteg to Interlaken trains use the Kandersteg to Interlaken West station pair, with some services arriving at Interlaken Ost. Use this guide to compare Kandersteg and Interlaken train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kandersteg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Hotel Bernerhof
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Kandersteg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kandersteg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kandersteg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kandersteg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kandersteg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bernerhof, Landgasthof Ruedihus, Hotel Alfa Soleil.
Oeschinen is 1 km from Kandersteg city centre. Public transport options include:
Oeschinen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Oeschinen. ATMs are available at Oeschinen.
Ticket office support is available at Oeschinen.
Available at Oeschinen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oeschinen: Wheelchair accessible platforms.
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 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 options include: Restaurant Taverne, Restaurant Des Alpes
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Interlaken Ost. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Interlaken Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Interlaken Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Interlaken Ost: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken Ost: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Interlaken, Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage, Hotel Du Nord.
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