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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Planalp is to drive which costs SFr 17 - SFr 26 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Planalp is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 26.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Planalp?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Planalp. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Brienz West via Bern and Interlaken Ost. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Zurich to Planalp?

The distance between Zurich and Planalp is 138 km. The road distance is 108.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Planalp without a car is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Zurich to Planalp, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Planalp train from?

Zurich to Planalp train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Planalp?

The best way to get from Zurich to Planalp is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 40. Alternatively, you can train via Bern, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 110 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Zurich to Planalp train arrive?

Zurich to Planalp train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bern station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Planalp?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Planalp is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Zurich to Planalp.

Where can I stay near Planalp?

There are 1606+ hotels available in Planalp.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Zurich to Planalp 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 Zürich HB Schweizerhof to Interlaken Bahnhof OstShuttler L1 online shuttle
3h 47m
CHF 29–35
Drive 108.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zurich to Planalp108.6 km
1h 36m
CHF 18–26
Train via Bern
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to BernIc1 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to Interlaken OstIc81 / ...
4h 8m
CHF 70–101
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to LuzernIr70 / ...
2. Take the train from Luzern to BrienzLix / ...
4h 26m
CHF 41–64
Train #2
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzern75
2. Take the train from Luzern to BrienzLix / ...
4h 35m
CHF 31–42

Zurich to Planalp by train

63Weekly Trains

4h 26mAverage Duration

CHF 41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Shuttler operates a bus from Zürich HB Schweizerhof to Interlaken Bahnhof Ost 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 22–26 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zürich HB to Planalp via Bern, Interlaken Ost, and Brienz West in around 4h 8m.

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