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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 03 Sept
£42
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
2 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
2 h 8 m
Trains on 03 Sept
10
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Interlaken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Interlaken will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Lausanne to Interlaken you need to make at least one change.
IC 1 711 | 711 · RE 1 4165 | 4165+
PE GPX 4064 | 4064
IC 1 713 | 713 · IC 61 615 | 615
IC 1 713 | 713 · IC 61 615 | 615
IC 1 711 | 711 · RE 1 4165 | 4165+
PE GPX 4064 | 4064
IC 1 711 | 711 · IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 4216
IC 1 711 | 711 · IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 4216
IC 1 713 | 713 · IC 61 615 | 615
IC 1 711 | 711 · IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 4216
IC 1 713 | 713 · IC 61 615 | 615
IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 81 810 | 810Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £43 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £43, while a coach costs an average of £75.
Distance: 96 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lausanne to Interlaken:
A train is £32 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Lausanne to Interlaken costing on average £75.
Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 3m.
Tickets start at around £43 compared to roughly £60 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £16. The journey takes 2h 3m versus 1h 52m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Interlaken trains for tomorrow, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1 711 | 711 · IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 4216 | 8:17 Lausanne station | 2h09 | 10:26 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
IC 1 711 | 711 · IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 4216 | 8:17 Lausanne station | 2h04 | 10:21 Interlaken West | 2 changes | |
IC 1 711 | 711 · RE 1 4165 | 4165+ PE GPX 4064 | 4064 | 8:17 Lausanne station | 2h26 | 10:43 Interlaken West | 2 changes | |
IC 1 711 | 711 · RE 1 4165 | 4165+ PE GPX 4064 | 4064 | 8:17 Lausanne station | 2h31 | 10:48 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
S 40 24623 | 24623 · RE 2 3811 | 3811 · IC 81 810 | 810 | 8:21 Lausanne station | 2h32 | 10:53 Interlaken West | 2 changes | |
S 40 24623 | 24623 · RE 2 3811 | 3811 · IC 81 810 | 810 | 8:21 Lausanne station | 2h38 | 10:59 Interlaken Ost | 2 changes | |
IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 81 810 | 810 | 8:40 Lausanne station | 2h13 | 10:53 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
IR 15 2513 | 2513 · IC 81 810 | 810 | 8:40 Lausanne station | 2h19 | 10:59 Interlaken Ost | 1 change | |
IC 1 713 | 713 · IC 61 615 | 615 | 9:17 Lausanne station | 2h05 | 11:22 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
IC 1 713 | 713 · IC 61 615 | 615 | 9:17 Lausanne station | 2h11 | 11:28 Interlaken Ost | 1 change | |
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Trains from Lausanne to Interlaken run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:48 |
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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 Lausanne 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 Lausanne to Interlaken trains use the Lausanne to Interlaken West station pair, with some services arriving at Interlaken Ost. Use this guide to compare Lausanne and Interlaken train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lausanne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Cafe du Grutli, Le Chalet Suisse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lausanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lausanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lausanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lausanne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Beau-Rivage Palace, Lausanne Palace, Hotel Continental.
Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique is 1 km from Lausanne city centre. Public transport options include:
Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique.
ATMs are available at Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique.
Available at Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne, Ouchy-Olympique.
Lausanne-Chauderon is 1 km from Lausanne city centre. Public transport options include:
Lausanne-Chauderon has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne-Chauderon.
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.
Matten b. I.,Hertigässli has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Matten b. I.,Hertigässli. ATMs are available at Matten b. I.,Hertigässli.
Ticket office support is available at Matten b. I.,Hertigässli.
Available at Matten b. I.,Hertigässli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Matten b. I.,Hertigässli: Basic accessibility services provided.
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