How to travel from Thun to Interlaken, Switzerland

The distance between Thun and Interlaken is around 26km (16 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus which takes around 25min.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Thun to Interlaken by bus, train, ferry, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Bus

Take the bus to Interlaken Station East.

  • Duration25min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CHF 7($7)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
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train
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Train

Take the train to Interlaken West.

  • Duration27min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CHF 30($30)
Operated bySwiss Railways+ 2 others
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ferry
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Interlaken West.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    CHF 20($20)
Operated by

BLS AG

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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Interlaken.

  • Duration25min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    CHF 175($180)
Operated by

Tagsi AG

+ 2 others
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car
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Drive

Drive to Interlaken.

  • Duration25min
  • Distance30km (19 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Thun and Interlaken

There are several options for getting from Thun to Interlaken by bus, train, ferry, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around CHF 7 ($7) and will take around 25min.

The distance between Thun and Interlaken is around 26km (16 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 19km (12 miles)

It takes around 25min to get from Thun and Interlaken by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 25min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Thun to Interlaken is to take the bus which takes around 25min and will set you back approx CHF 7 ($7).

The cheapest way to travel between Thun and Interlaken, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around CHF 7 ($7) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Thun and Interlaken. It typically takes around 27min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Thun and Interlaken with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 27min.

Swiss Railways, Deutsche Bahn, BLS AG and Deutsche Bahn Eurocity run train services between Thun and Interlaken. Trains depart hourly and will take around 27min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Thun and Interlaken. It typically takes around 25min and departs 3 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Thun and Interlaken with no changeovers required. The bus runs 3 times a week and takes 25min.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Thun and Interlaken. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 25min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Thun and Interlaken. The ferry typically takes around 2h 10m and departs 4 times a day.

BLS AG run the ferry services between Thun and Interlaken. Ferries run 4 times a day and take around 2h 10m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Thun to Interlaken. We recommend that you take the bus to Interlaken Station East. instead which will take 25min.

The closest major airport to Interlaken is Zurich Airport (ZRH) (ZRH) which is approximately 100km (62 miles) from Interlaken. Geneva International Airport (GVA) (GVA) and Altenrhein Airport (ACH) (ACH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Thun and Interlaken. The distance is around 30km (19 miles) by road and it will take around 25min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Thun to Interlaken is to take the bus which takes, on average, 25min and will usually cost around CHF 7 ($7).

How do I get from Thun to Interlaken

Compare travel optionsbetween Thun and Interlaken

Transport options from Thun to Interlaken
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
25min
CHF 7($7)
hourly32km (20 miles)
Train
27min
CHF 30($30)
hourly26km (16 miles)
Ferry
2h 10m
CHF 20($20)
4 times a day30km (18 miles)
Taxi
25min
CHF 175($180)
on demand30km (19 miles)
Drive
25min
CHF 4($4)
on demand30km (19 miles)

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Airports near Interlaken

The following major airports near Interlaken offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Switzerland and internationally.

ZRH
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
International Airport
Distance
100km (62 miles) from Interlaken
GVA
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
International Airport
Distance
144km (89 miles) from Interlaken
ACH
Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
157km (97 miles) from Interlaken