- Must visit
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
£41
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
5 h 33 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
322 km
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 £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
To travel from Munich to Interlaken you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 510 · ICE 77 · IC 607
ECE 96 · IC 838 · IC 991
ICE 266 · ICE 377 · IC 989
ECE 98 · IC 834 · IC 987
ICE 698 · IC 60403 · EC 61 · RE 4212
ECE 196 · IC 718 · EC 65 · RE 4224
ECE 194 · IC 722 · IC 625 · RE 4228
ECE 198 · IC 714 · IC 617 · RE 4220
ECE 192 · IC 726 · IC 629 · RE 4232
ECE 190 · IC 730 · IC 633Omio 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 £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. 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 £39, and a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 322 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£104 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £216 Average Price |
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Interlaken trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ECE 198 · IC 814 | On time 6:48 Munich Hbf | 6h05 | 12:53 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
ECE 198 · IC 714 · EC 63 · RE 4220 | On time 6:48 Munich Hbf | 5h33 | 12:21 Interlaken West | 3 changes | |
TGV 9576+ ICE 277 · IC 969 | On time 6:51 Munich Hbf | 7h02 | 13:53 Interlaken West | 2 changes | |
ECE 196 · IC 818 | On time 8:48 Munich Hbf | 6h05 | 14:53 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
ECE 196 · IC 718 · EC 65 · RE 4224 | On time 8:48 Munich Hbf | 5h33 | 14:21 Interlaken West | 3 changes | |
ICE 568 · ICE 279 | On time 9:02 Munich Hbf | 6h51 | 15:53 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
ECE 194 · IC 822 | On time 10:48 Munich Hbf | 6h05 | 16:53 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
ECE 194 · IC 722 · IC 625 · RE 4228 | On time 10:48 Munich Hbf | 5h33 | 16:21 Interlaken West | 3 changes | |
ICE 566 · ICE 371 · IC 977 | On time 11:02 Munich Hbf | 6h51 | 17:53 Interlaken West | 2 changes | |
ECE 192 · IC 726 · IC 629 · RE 4232 | On time 12:48 Munich Hbf | 5h33 | 18:21 Interlaken West | 3 changes | |
ECE 192 · IC 826 | On time 12:48 Munich Hbf | 6h05 | 18:53 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
ICE 564 · ICE 373 · IC 981 | On time 13:02 Munich Hbf | 6h51 | 19:53 Interlaken West | 2 changes | |
ECE 190 · IC 830 | On time 14:48 Munich Hbf | 6h05 | 20:53 Interlaken West | 1 change | |
ECE 190 · IC 730 · IC 633 | On time 14:48 Munich Hbf | 5h34 | 20:22 Interlaken West | 2 changes | |
ECE 98 · IC 834 · IC 987 | 16:48 Munich Hbf | 6h06 | 22:54 Interlaken West | 2 changes | |
ICE 266 · ICE 377 · IC 989 | On time 16:58 Munich Hbf | 7h03 | 0:01 Interlaken West | 2 changes | |
ICE 560 · ICE 379 · IR 2347 · IC 842 | On time 19:00 Munich Hbf | 11h53 | 6:53 Interlaken West | 4 changes | |
ECE 94 · IC 704 · IC 607 | 20:48 Munich Hbf | 10h34 | 7:22 Interlaken West | 2 changes | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
ICE 618 · IC 60403 · IC 611 | 0:01 Munich Hbf | 9h21 | 9:22 Interlaken West | 2 changes | |
ICE 618 · IC 60403 · EC 61 · RE 4212 | 0:01 Munich Hbf | 8h20 | 8:21 Interlaken West | 3 changes | |
ICE 1014 · 4201 · 17797+ S6 | On time 4:20 Munich Hbf | 7h02 | 11:22 Interlaken West | 6 changes | |
ICE 1068 · ICE 275 · IC 965 | On time 4:59 Munich Hbf | 6h54 | 11:53 Interlaken West | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Munich to Interlaken run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 322 km distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 322 km |
Average train duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
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 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.

Most Munich to Interlaken trains use the München Hbf to Interlaken West station pair, with some services arriving at Interlaken Ost. Use this guide to compare Munich and Interlaken train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
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.
Interlaken, West Bahnhof is 1 km from Interlaken city centre. Public transport options include:
Interlaken, West Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof.
ATMs are available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof.
Available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken, West Bahnhof.
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