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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Interlaken
Showing times and prices for 08 Jan
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
322 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Interlaken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Interlaken will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Fast trains
To travel from Munich to Interlaken you need to make at least one change.
ECE 196 · IC 81808:526h01
Munich Hbf14:53Interlaken West
£471One-way
1 change
ECE 196 · IC 718 · EC 65 · RE 422408:525h29
Munich Hbf14:21Interlaken West
£471One-way
3 changes
ECE 194 · IC 722 · IC 625 · RE 422810:535h28
Munich Hbf16:21Interlaken West
£521One-way
3 changes
ECE 194 · IC 82210:536h00
Munich Hbf16:53Interlaken West
£521One-way
1 change
ICE 568 · ICE 27909:026h51
Munich Hbf15:53Interlaken West
£631One-way
1 change
ECE 194 · IC 722 · IC 625 · RE 422810:535h28
Munich Hbf16:21Interlaken West
£521One-way
3 changes
ECE 196 · IC 718 · EC 65 · RE 422408:525h29
Munich Hbf14:21Interlaken West
£471One-way
3 changes
ECE 194 · IC 82210:536h00
Munich Hbf16:53Interlaken West
£521One-way
1 change
ECE 196 · IC 81808:526h01
Munich Hbf14:53Interlaken West
£471One-way
1 change
ICE 568 · ICE 27909:026h51
Munich Hbf15:53Interlaken West
£631One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Munich to Interlaken
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £133.
Distance: 322 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£118 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £278 Average Price |
6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Munich to Interlaken train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Interlaken trains for today, Wednesday 7 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 19:54
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:28 Munich | 9h54 | 07:22 Interlaken | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 8 January | |||||
| ECE 196 · IC 818 | 07:52 Munich Hbf | 6h01 | 13:53 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
| ECE 196 · IC 718 · EC 65 · RE 4224 | 07:52 Munich Hbf | 5h29 | 13:21 Interlaken West | 3 changes | |
| ICE 568 · ICE 279 | On time 08:02 Munich Hbf | 6h51 | 14:53 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
| ECE 194 · IC 722 · IC 625 · RE 4228 | On time 09:53 Munich Hbf | 5h28 | 15:21 Interlaken West | 3 changes | |
| ECE 194 · IC 822 | On time 09:53 Munich Hbf | 6h00 | 15:53 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Munich to Interlaken?
The best time to book your train from Munich to Interlaken is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Munich to Interlaken route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Munich to Interlaken per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Munich to Interlaken.
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Overview: Train from Munich to Interlaken
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Munich to Interlaken run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 322 km distance in 5h 27m.
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 £35
Distance 322 km |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:48 |
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 £35
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Munich to Interlaken trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Munich and Interlaken from £35. 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 Duration
5h 27m
Cheapest Price
£40
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 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
FAQs: Munich to Interlaken train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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.
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.
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.
Yes, the train journey from Munich to Interlaken is scenic, offering views of the Bavarian countryside, the picturesque landscapes of southern Bavaria, and the stunning Swiss Alps as you approach Interlaken.
A day trip from Munich to Interlaken is not feasible, as the journey takes 5h 27m. There are 8 trains per day covering the 322 km distance.
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Interlaken is by coach, costing approximately £35.
Booking trains from Munich to Interlaken in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Munich to Interlaken can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £46, while the average price tends to be around £118.
The train distance from Munich to Interlaken is 322 km.
The last train from Munich to Interlaken departs at 23:48.
The train journey from Munich to Interlaken covers a distance of 322 km and takes approximately 5h 27m. Trains run 8 per day.
There is no night train service from Munich to Interlaken.
The train station in Munich that goes to Interlaken is Munich Hbf, and it arrives at Interlaken West.
The first train from Munich to Interlaken leaves at 0:15.
Trains from Munich to Interlaken run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Munich to Interlaken.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Munich to Interlaken.
To get from Munich to Interlaken, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Interlaken
Munich
Interlaken
The major train station for departures in Munich is München Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at München Hbf for your trip from Munich to Interlaken.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
Accessibility
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
Information Desk
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
München Hackerbrücke
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
Hotel
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
München Marienplatz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- Ratskeller
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Burger King
Hotel
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Hotel Domus
- Hotel Mercure München Altstadt
- Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude
The major train station for arrivals in Interlaken is Interlaken West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Interlaken West for your journey to Interlaken from Munich.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Bahnhofstrasse.
Dining
- Restaurant Taverne
- Restaurant Bären
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Interlaken
- Hotel Krebs Interlaken
- Hotel Bellevue
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 520 places, covered
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Interlaken West
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Thunersee line
- Train: Connections to Interlaken Ost and other regional destinations
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
Dining
- Restaurant Taverne
- Restaurant Des Alpes
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Interlaken
- Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage
- Hotel Du Nord
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 120 places, covered and uncovered
Car Rental
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- 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
Public transport options for Interlaken Ost
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Thun and Lake Brienz connections
- Train: Connections to major Swiss cities
Interlaken, West Bahnhof
Amenities at train station
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