The cheapest and fastest trains from Zermatt to Interlaken
Cheapest price
€92
Average price
€107
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zermatt to Interlaken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zermatt to Interlaken will cost around €107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €92.
It's difficult to get from Zermatt to Interlaken without transferring at least 2 times.
RE 41 234 | 234 · IC 8 819 | 819 · IC 81 814 | 814
RE 41 234 | 234 · IC 8 819 | 819 · IC 81 814 | 814
RE 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · RE 9 4220 | 4220
RE 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · RE 9 4220 | 4220
RE 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 · RE 9 4216 | 4216
RE 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · RE 9 4220 | 4220
RE 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 · RE 9 4216 | 4216
RE 41 234 | 234 · IC 8 819 | 819 · IC 81 814 | 814
RE 41 226 | 226 · IC 8 815 | 815 · IC 61 963 | 963
RE 41 230 | 230 · IC 6 968 | 968 · IC 61 965 | 965Travel Information
Compare train for Zermatt to Interlaken
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zermatt to Interlaken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €44, and a bus costs an average of €77.
Distance: 74 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€86 Average price Cheapest | €102 Average price |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zermatt to Interlaken train times
The table below shows live departures for Zermatt to Interlaken trains for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RE 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 · RE 9 4216 | 4216 | 7:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h15 | 9:21 AM Interlaken West | 2 transfers | |
RE 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 · RE 9 4216 | 4216 | 7:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h20 | 9:26 AM Interlaken Ost | 2 transfers | |
RE 41 226 | 226 · IC 8 815 | 815 · IC 61 963 | 963 | 7:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 9:53 AM Interlaken West | 2 transfers | |
RE 41 226 | 226 · IC 8 815 | 815 · IC 61 963 | 963 | 7:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h22 | 9:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 2 transfers | |
RE 41 230 | 230 · IC 6 968 | 968 · IC 61 965 | 965 | 8:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h22 | 10:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 2 transfers | |
RE 41 230 | 230 · IC 6 968 | 968 · IC 61 965 | 965 | 8:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 10:53 AM Interlaken West | 2 transfers | |
RE 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · RE 9 4220 | 4220 | 9:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h20 | 11:26 AM Interlaken Ost | 2 transfers | |
RE 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 · RE 9 4220 | 4220 | 9:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h15 | 11:21 AM Interlaken West | 2 transfers | |
RE 41 234 | 234 · IC 8 819 | 819 · IC 81 814 | 814 | 9:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h22 | 11:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 2 transfers | |
RE 41 234 | 234 · IC 8 819 | 819 · IC 81 814 | 814 | 9:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 11:53 AM Interlaken West | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zermatt to Interlaken
Trains from Zermatt to Interlaken run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 03:50 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn from Zermatt to Interlaken trainsSBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn trains will get you between Zermatt and Interlaken from €44. 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 Zermatt to Interlaken
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt 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
Popular train stations from Zermatt to Interlaken
- 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
- 6:30 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
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