The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Interlaken
Cheapest price
£100
Average price
£114
Fastest journey
7 h 48 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Interlaken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Interlaken will cost around £114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £100.
To travel from Salzburg to Interlaken you need to make at least 2 changes.
RJ 1290 · ECE 196 · IC 818
RJ 1290 · ECE 196 · IC 718 · EC 65
RJX 366 · RJ 288 · ECE 196 · IC 718
RJX 366 · RJ 288 · ECE 196 · IC 818
S 2 · 27086 · 27004 · ECE 196
IC 407 · ECE 194 · IC 722 · IC 625
S 2 · 27086 · 27004 · ECE 196
IC 407 · ECE 194 · IC 822
RJX 366 · RJ 288 · ECE 196 · IC 718
RJ 1290 · ECE 196 · IC 718 · EC 65Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Salzburg to Interlaken
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £119.
Distance: 410 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£102 Average Price Cheapest | £299 Average Price |
7h 46m Average total duration 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration Fastest 5h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Interlaken train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Interlaken trains for today, Wednesday 21 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:00 Salzburg | 7h53 | 14:53 Interlaken | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:56 Salzburg | 7h32 | 15:28 Interlaken | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:00 Salzburg | 7h53 | 16:53 Interlaken | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:00 Salzburg | 12h22 | 07:22 Interlaken | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Interlaken
Trains from Salzburg to Interlaken run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 410 km distance in 7h 21m.
Distance 410 km |
Average train duration 7h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 7h 21m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet from Salzburg to Interlaken trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Salzburg and Interlaken from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
FAQs: Salzburg to Interlaken train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Interlaken
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Taverne
- Restaurant Bären
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Interlaken
- Hotel Krebs Interlaken
- Hotel Bellevue
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Thunersee line
- Train: Connections to Interlaken Ost and other regional destinations
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Taverne
- Restaurant Des Alpes
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Interlaken
- Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage
- Hotel Du Nord
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered and uncovered
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Thun and Lake Brienz connections
- Train: Connections to major Swiss cities
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