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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Interlaken
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£93
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£93
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
8 h 33 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
9 h 41 m
Trains on 19 Sept
2
Distance
613 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Interlaken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Interlaken will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £93.
Fast trains
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 2 trains from Leipzig to Interlaken, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 613 km distance in an average of 9 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 49 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.
6:0410h49Leipzig16:53Interlaken£931One-way0 changes- 7:498h33Leipzig16:22Interlaken£931One-way0 changes
- 7:498h33Leipzig16:22Interlaken£931One-way0 changes
- 6:0410h49Leipzig16:53Interlaken£931One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Leipzig to Interlaken
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £91 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £91, while a flight costs an average of £424.
Distance: 613 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£91 Average Price Cheapest | £424 Average Price | £124 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Leipzig to Interlaken is a train with an average price of £91.
This is compared to other travel options from Leipzig to Interlaken:
A train is £333 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leipzig to Interlaken costing on average £424.
The fastest way to travel from Leipzig to Interlaken is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 50m.
Other travel options to Interlaken take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 22m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leipzig and Interlaken including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 13m faster (8h 22m by train vs 8h 35m by car) and roughly £32 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£91 vs £124). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leipzig to Interlaken train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Interlaken trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:04 Leipzig | 10h49 | 16:53 Interlaken | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:49 Leipzig | 8h33 | 16:22 Interlaken | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Interlaken
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Leipzig to Interlaken run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 613 km distance in 7h 32m.
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
Distance 613 km |
Average train duration 8h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 7h 32m |
First train 4:57 |
Last train 23:34 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
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
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig to Interlaken trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leipzig and Interlaken from £45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
7h 32m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£45
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Interlaken
Things to do in Interlaken
Discover the best of Interlaken — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Interlaken trip today.
- Recommended
Touristik-Museum der Jungfrau-Region
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.
- Recommended
Verkehrshaus der Schweiz
A modern museum on Swiss alpine transport and regional development. Worth visiting for railway history and its striking lakeside architecture in nearby Lucerne.
- Must visit
Höhematte
A broad meadow between Interlaken's main hotels with iconic mountain views. Worth visiting for walks, seasonal events and frequent paragliders landing nearby.
- Must visit
Harder Kulm
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.
- Recommended
Unterseen Altstadt
The historic old town beside the Aare with timber houses and small squares. Worth visiting for a quieter local atmosphere and attractive traditional streetscape.
- Vegetarian
Cheese fondue
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.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Raclette
Cheese melted and scraped over potatoes, pickles and onions. A hearty Alpine meal long associated with mountain farming and Swiss chalet cooking.
- Gluten-free
Rösti
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.
La Terrasse
Refined dining in a grand historic hotel, with seasonal Swiss and French cooking in an elegant Belle Époque atmosphere.
Husi Bierhaus
Historic casual venue known for Swiss dishes such as fondue and rösti in a traditional chalet-style setting near the centre.
Restaurant Taverne
Established restaurant serving Swiss specialities, grills and fondue with a warm rustic interior close to Höheweg.
Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)
Very high costs by Alpine standards: hotels, dining and mountain transport are pricey, though supermarkets and takeaway options help lower daily spend.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- CHF 15-25 for takeaway or a simple meal.
- 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 or leave 5-10% for excellent service in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- CHF 3.80
- Day pass
- CHF 16.40
To the city centre
Interlaken Ost -> Interlaken West, Interlaken
- Distance
- 1.4 km
- Travel time
- 18 min
- Buy tickets in SBB Mobile or at station machines before boarding. Interlaken is served mainly by rail and bus within the Swiss national ticketing system.
- Contactless card payment is generally available at station ticket machines and in SBB Mobile. Check local bus sales options before boarding if you need to buy on the spot.
FAQs: Leipzig to Interlaken train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Leipzig to Interlaken can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £91.
The train journey from Leipzig to Interlaken covers a distance of 613 km and takes approximately 7h 32m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Leipzig to Interlaken is 613 km.
The first train from Leipzig to Interlaken leaves at 4:57.
The last train from Leipzig to Interlaken departs at 23:34.
Trains from Leipzig to Interlaken run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leipzig to Interlaken.
To get from Leipzig to Interlaken, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Leipzig to Interlaken.
The train station in Leipzig that goes to Interlaken is Leipzig Hbf, and it arrives at Interlaken West.
The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Interlaken is by train, costing approximately £45.
Booking trains from Leipzig to Interlaken 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 Leipzig to Interlaken is scenic, offering views of picturesque German countryside and stunning Swiss landscapes, including the Alps, as you approach Interlaken.
A day trip from Leipzig to Interlaken is not feasible as the journey takes 7h 32m each way, covering a distance of 613 km. There are 7 trains per day.
In Interlaken, visitors can explore Jungfraujoch, a high-altitude railway station offering breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps. Harder Kulm provides panoramic vistas of Interlaken and the surrounding mountains accessible by funicular. Lake Thun offers picturesque scenery perfect for boat cruises and water sports. For a thrilling experience, paragliding offers aerial views of Interlaken's landscapes. St. Beatus Caves feature guided tours showcasing impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Additionally, Schynige Platte, accessible by cogwheel train, is renowned for its alpine garden and hiking trails.
Spending 2-3 days in Interlaken is ideal to explore its stunning natural scenery, enjoy outdoor activities like hiking or paragliding, and visit nearby attractions such as the Jungfraujoch or the Trümmelbach Falls.
Yes, you can take the train from Leipzig to Interlaken.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Interlaken
Most Leipzig to Interlaken trains use the Leipzig Hauptbahnhof to Interlaken West station pair. Use this guide to compare Leipzig and Interlaken train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Leipzig
Arrival train stations in Interlaken
Which Leipzig station do trains to Interlaken leave from?
Trains from Leipzig to Interlaken leave from Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. The station is 1 km from Leipzig city centre at Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 04109 Leipzig, Germany.
Leipzig HauptbahnhofWilly-Brandt-Platz 5, 04109 Leipzig, Germany+49 341 9686190
City-centre transport
Getting to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof from Leipzig city centre
TrainS5x, S5, S4, S3, S1, S2 · 1m · £0.90 · every ~23 min
BusN3, 89 · 9m · every ~11 min
Tram9 · 8m · every ~11 min
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Which Interlaken station do trains from Leipzig arrive at?
Trains from Leipzig to Interlaken arrive at Interlaken West. Interlaken West is 1 km from Interlaken city centre.
Interlaken WestBahnhofstrasse, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland+41 33 828 70 00
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.
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