Is there a direct train from Dortmund to Interlaken?

The journey between Dortmund and Interlaken usually involves 10 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Dortmund to Interlaken every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Dortmund to Interlaken?

The Dortmund to Interlaken train travel takes about 7 hours and 12 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Dortmund to Interlaken train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Interlaken leaving Dortmund at around 00:20 and the last train leaving at around 23:22.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Dortmund at around 00:20, with the final departure at 22:39.

Dortmund to Interlaken by train

First train

00:20
Last train

23:22

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

7hr 12m

Distance

538 kilometres
Trains per day

22

Avg. journey time

8hr 59m
Train operators

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Train cost from Dortmund to Interlaken

Ready to book tickets from Dortmund to Interlaken? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

The cheapest tickets between Dortmund and Interlaken typically run CA$121.55.
If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .
If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .
You can book travel between these two destinations 6 months in advance.

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Dortmund to Interlaken train schedule

The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 00:20.
The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:22.
The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 00:20.
The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:39.
22 trains run along this route each day.
Trains leave the station every 31 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Dortmund to Interlaken

The swiftest journey time on this route is 7 hours and 12 minutes, crossing a total distance of 538 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Dortmund and Interlaken?

Tickets along this route go on sale 6 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Dortmund to Interlaken by train?

The train journey between Dortmund and Interlaken covers 538 kilometres.

What is the Dortmund to Interlaken train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs CA$121.55. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Dortmund to Interlaken?

Tickets for this journey become available 6 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Interlaken?

The fastest journey on this route takes 7 hours and 12 minutes.

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