Interlaken to Zurich train

Book a train ticket Interlaken - Zurich

Train timetable info Interlaken-Zurich

Travel by train from Interlaken to Zurich. 21 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Interlaken at 5h 59m and the last at 18h 59m, allowing you to cover the 91.84 km distance in as little as 1h 59m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

1h 59m

Shortest route time

1h 59m

First hour of departure

5h 59m

Last hour of departure

18h 59m

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Cheap train tickets Interlaken Zurich

How much does a train ticket from Interlaken to Zurich cost?

Book your train ticket in advance to travel for less. Take price variations into account, which depend on the day and time of departure, to benefit from the best fares. To be notified of the best offers, you can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Interlaken to Zurich take?

You should allow an average of 1h 59m to travel by train from Interlaken to Zurich.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Interlaken to Zurich?

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Interlaken to Zurich in 1h 59m.

How many trains run from Interlaken to Zurich each day?

Depending on your needs, you can choose one of the 21 trains that run on the Interlaken to Zurich route daily.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Interlaken and Zurich?

Between Interlaken and Zurich, the service may be a Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Interlaken and Zurich by train?

Trains running between Interlaken and Zurich cover a distance of around 91.84 km.

What time is the first train from Interlaken to Zurich?

The first train departs from Interlaken at 5h 59m to take you to Zurich.

What time is the last train from Interlaken to Zurich?

The last train departs Interlaken at 18h 59m.

To leave Interlaken, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains shown on this page depart from: INTERLAKEN OST.

At Zurich, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains on this page terminate at: ZURICH HB.

Which train companies operate trains from Interlaken to Zurich?

For your journey from Interlaken to Zurich, you can travel with SBB.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Interlaken to Zurich?

The price of a Interlaken – Zurich train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Interlaken to Zurich thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Interlaken to Zurich.

Price of a Interlaken – Zurich Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Interlaken to Zurich, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Interlaken to Zurich with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Interlaken to Zurich at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Interlaken – Zurich

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Interlaken – Zurich Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Interlaken to Zurich. For last-minute train tickets from Interlaken to Zurich, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Interlaken to Zurich and alternative routes

For your journey to Zurich, if a direct train is available from Interlaken, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Companies serving Interlaken - Zurich

If you're travelling from Interlaken to Zurich, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

SBB

Travel from Interlaken to Zurich with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). SBB is Switzerland’s national rail operator, with an extensive and punctual network connecting cities across the country efficiently. SBB operates a range of services, including high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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Classes of rail companies serving Interlaken - Zurich

To travel from Interlaken to Zurich, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

SBB

Travel from Interlaken to Zurich by train with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Depending on your journey and the train selected, enjoy 1st or 2nd class comfort on long-distance InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) trains, tilting trains, or the regional network, which includes InterRegio (IR), RegioExpress (RE), and Regio (R) services. Your SBB train ticket Interlaken - Zurich allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Interlaken - Zurich

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Interlaken to Zurich route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

SBB

Treats and relaxation at the SBB Restaurant

Turn your journey into a break: enjoy a selection of carefully chosen meals and drinks at the SBB Restaurant or SBB Bistro, to delight your taste buds even on the train.
Free Internet on board and in stations

Browse free of charge: thanks to SBB WiFi, Internet access is available in many stations and on board mainline trains!
Enhanced comfort in 1st class

Travel with greater ease: in 1st class, you'll enjoy more legroom, individually adjustable seats spaced further apart, outlets in every compartment, 2+1 layouts, as well as "business" and "quiet" areas for greater peace of mind.
Transporting your luggage on board the train

SBB makes it easy to travel with your luggage. You can keep your luggage with you on the train thanks to the numerous storage areas: under or between the seats, in the overhead luggage racks, or in the multi-function compartments of duplex cars. Pictograms indicate luggage and stroller zones.
Transporting your bicycle on board the train

Bicycles are welcome on SBB trains. You can transport your personal bicycle in the areas provided, including in the IC2000 cars on the lower level. Groups of cyclists (10 people or more) can benefit from specially adapted services on booking. Folding bicycles can be transported as hand luggage, without a specific ticket. For other types of bicycles, we recommend checking transport conditions and booking in advance, especially during busy periods.
Travelling with your pet

Small animals, up to the size of a cat, can travel free of charge on SBB trains if they are transported in a closed cage or bag, placed under the seat or in the luggage racks. For dogs, a specific ticket is required and can be purchased via the SNCF Connect application. Dogs must be kept on a leash and remain on the floor during the journey.

Train timetables Interlaken-Zurich Tuesday 16 June 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
5h 59m	7h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
5h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 374 6h 03m Interlaken West 6h 23m Spiez 6h 34m Thun 6h 56m Bern 06 min 7h 02m Bern SBB 807 7h 58m Zurich Hb
6h 29m	8h 28m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
6h 29m Interlaken Ost SBB 608 6h 33m Interlaken West 6h 53m Spiez 7h 03m Thun 7h 25m Bern 06 min 7h 31m Bern SBB 707 8h 28m Zurich Hb
6h 59m	8h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
6h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 809 7h 03m Interlaken West 7h 23m Spiez 7h 34m Thun 7h 56m Bern 8h 58m Zurich Hb
7h 59m	9h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
7h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 811 8h 03m Interlaken West 8h 23m Spiez 8h 34m Thun 8h 56m Bern 9h 58m Zurich Hb
8h 29m	10h 28m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
8h 29m Interlaken Ost SBB 612 8h 33m Interlaken West 8h 53m Spiez 9h 03m Thun 9h 25m Bern 06 min 9h 31m Bern SBB 711 10h 28m Zurich Hb
8h 59m	10h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
8h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 964 9h 03m Interlaken West 9h 23m Spiez 9h 34m Thun 9h 56m Bern 06 min 10h 02m Bern SBB 813 10h 58m Zurich Hb
9h 59m	11h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
9h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 815 10h 03m Interlaken West 10h 23m Spiez 10h 34m Thun 10h 56m Bern 11h 58m Zurich Hb
10h 29m	12h 28m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
10h 29m Interlaken Ost SBB 616 10h 33m Interlaken West 10h 53m Spiez 11h 03m Thun 11h 25m Bern 06 min 11h 31m Bern SBB 715 12h 28m Zurich Hb
10h 59m	12h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
10h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 106 11h 03m Interlaken West 11h 23m Spiez 11h 34m Thun 11h 56m Bern 06 min 12h 02m Bern SBB 817 12h 58m Zurich Hb
11h 59m	13h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
11h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 819 12h 03m Interlaken West 12h 23m Spiez 12h 34m Thun 12h 56m Bern 13h 58m Zurich Hb
12h 29m	14h 28m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
12h 29m Interlaken Ost SBB 620 12h 33m Interlaken West 12h 53m Spiez 13h 03m Thun 13h 25m Bern 06 min 13h 31m Bern SBB 719 14h 28m Zurich Hb
12h 59m	14h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
12h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 972 13h 03m Interlaken West 13h 23m Spiez 13h 34m Thun 13h 56m Bern 06 min 14h 02m Bern SBB 821 14h 58m Zurich Hb
13h 59m	15h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
13h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 823 14h 03m Interlaken West 14h 23m Spiez 14h 34m Thun 14h 56m Bern 15h 58m Zurich Hb
14h 29m	16h 28m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
14h 29m Interlaken Ost SBB 624 14h 33m Interlaken West 14h 53m Spiez 15h 03m Thun 15h 25m Bern 06 min 15h 31m Bern SBB 723 16h 28m Zurich Hb
14h 59m	16h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
14h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 976 15h 03m Interlaken West 15h 23m Spiez 15h 34m Thun 15h 56m Bern 06 min 16h 02m Bern SBB 825 16h 58m Zurich Hb
15h 59m	17h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
15h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 827 16h 03m Interlaken West 16h 23m Spiez 16h 34m Thun 16h 56m Bern 17h 58m Zurich Hb
16h 29m	18h 28m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
16h 29m Interlaken Ost SBB 628 16h 33m Interlaken West 16h 53m Spiez 17h 03m Thun 17h 25m Bern 06 min 17h 31m Bern SBB 727 18h 28m Zurich Hb
16h 59m	18h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
16h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 100 17h 03m Interlaken West 17h 23m Spiez 17h 34m Thun 17h 56m Bern 06 min 18h 02m Bern SBB 829 18h 58m Zurich Hb
17h 59m	19h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
17h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 831 18h 03m Interlaken West 18h 23m Spiez 18h 34m Thun 18h 56m Bern 19h 58m Zurich Hb
18h 29m	20h 28m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
18h 29m Interlaken Ost SBB 632 18h 33m Interlaken West 18h 53m Spiez 19h 03m Thun 19h 25m Bern 06 min 19h 31m Bern SBB 731 20h 28m Zurich Hb
18h 59m	20h 58m	1h 59m	SBB	Booking
18h 59m Interlaken Ost SBB 984 19h 03m Interlaken West 19h 23m Spiez 19h 34m Thun 19h 56m Bern 06 min 20h 02m Bern SBB 833 20h 58m Zurich Hb

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