The cheapest and fastest trains from Interlaken to Zurich
Cheapest price
€60
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Interlaken to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Interlaken to Zurich will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
Of the 15 trains that leave Interlaken for Zurich on Mon, Mar 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 16 the direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Mon, Mar 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 61 616 | 616 · IC 1 715 | 715
IC 61 616 | 616 · IC 1 715 | 715
IC 81 815 | 815
IC 81 815 | 815
IC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 813 | 813
IC 81 815 | 815
IC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 813 | 813
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 711 | 711
IC 81 811 | 811
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 713 | 713Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Interlaken to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 92 km
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€61 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest |
2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Interlaken to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Interlaken to Zurich trains for today, Sunday, March 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 81 811 | 811 | 7:04 AM Interlaken West | 2h12 | 9:16 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 10903 | 10903 | 7:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 2h12 | 9:41 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 10903 | 10903 · S 7 18738 | 18738 | 7:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 2h27 | 9:56 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 10903 | 10903 | 7:34 AM Interlaken West | 2h07 | 9:41 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 813 | 813 · S 8 18840 | 18840 | 7:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 2h30 | 10:29 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 813 | 813 | 7:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 2h17 | 10:16 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 813 | 813 | 8:04 AM Interlaken West | 2h12 | 10:16 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 10713 | 10713 · S 7 18742 | 18742 | 8:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 2h27 | 10:56 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3 transfers | |
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 10713 | 10713 | 8:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 2h12 | 10:41 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 10713 | 10713 | 8:33 AM Interlaken West | 2h08 | 10:41 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 815 | 815 · S 8 18844 | 18844 | 8:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 2h30 | 11:29 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1 transfer | |
IC 81 815 | 815 | 8:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 2h17 | 11:16 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 81 815 | 815 | 9:04 AM Interlaken West | 2h12 | 11:16 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 61 616 | 616 · IC 1 10905 | 10905 | 9:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 2h12 | 11:41 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 61 616 | 616 · IC 1 10905 | 10905 · S 7 18746 | 18746 | 9:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 2h27 | 11:56 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Interlaken to Zurich
Trains from Interlaken to Zurich run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €34 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: SBB, Rhatische Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Interlaken to Zurich trainsSBB, Rhatische Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Interlaken and Zurich from €34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Interlaken to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Interlaken to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Interlaken to Zurich
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
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