What is the cheapest way to get from Interlaken to Zurich?

The cheapest way to get from Interlaken to Zurich is to drive which costs SFr 18 - SFr 28 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Interlaken to Zurich?

The fastest way to get from Interlaken to Zurich is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 28.

Is there a direct bus between Interlaken and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Interlaken Sonnenhof and arriving at Zürich HB Schweizerhof. Services depart five times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Interlaken and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Interlaken West and arriving at Zürich HB. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Interlaken to Zurich?

The distance between Interlaken and Zurich is 120 km. The road distance is 118.6 km.

How do I travel from Interlaken to Zurich without a car?

The best way to get from Interlaken to Zurich without a car is to bus which takes 1h 52m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 26.

How long does it take to get from Interlaken to Zurich?

The bus from Interlaken Sonnenhof to Zürich HB Schweizerhof takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Interlaken to Zurich bus from?

Interlaken to Zurich bus services, operated by Shuttler, depart from Interlaken Sonnenhof station.

Where do I catch the Interlaken to Zurich train from?

Interlaken to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Interlaken West station.

Train or bus from Interlaken to Zurich?

The best way to get from Interlaken to Zurich is to bus which takes 1h 52m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 80 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Interlaken to Zurich bus arrive?

Interlaken to Zurich bus services, operated by Shuttler, arrive at Zürich HB Schweizerhof station.

Where does the Interlaken to Zurich train arrive?

Interlaken to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Interlaken to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Interlaken to Zurich is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Interlaken to Zurich.

How do I get a train ticket from Interlaken to Zurich?

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Interlaken to Zurich - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Interlaken to Zurich by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Interlaken Sonnenhof to Zürich HB SchweizerhofShuttler L1 online shuttle
1h 52m
CHF 22–26
Drive 118.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Interlaken to Zurich118.6 km
1h 32m
CHF 19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Interlaken West to Zürich HBIc81
1h 54m
CHF 40–80
Train via Bern
1. Take the train from Interlaken West to BernIc81 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to Zürich HBIc1 / ...
2h 7m
CHF 59–93
Train via Luthern
1. Take the train from Interlaken Ost to LuzernLix / ...
2. Take the train from Luzern to Zürich HB75 / ...
3h 30m
CHF 37–51

Interlaken to Zurich by bus

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1h 52mAverage Duration

CHF 22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.1 km
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Interlaken, Switzerland and Zurich, Switzerland?

Shuttler operates a bus from Interlaken Sonnenhof to Zürich HB Schweizerhof 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 22–26 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Interlaken West to Zürich HB every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 40–80 and the journey takes 1h 54m.

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