Going from Interlaken to Kufstein by train

About to set off from Interlaken to Kufstein by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Interlaken and Kufstein

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$112.50, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel between Interlaken and Kufstein

If you are taking the train from Interlaken to Kufstein, you will have 10 trains each day (with a departure every 40 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:29. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 20:00. On weekends, the first train departs at 04:57, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:33.

Train travel time and distance from Interlaken to Kufstein

Trains can complete this route in as little as 6 hours and 16 minutes. The total distance travelled is 340 kilometres.

When do tickets between Interlaken and Kufstein go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Interlaken and Kufstein 6 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making the most of your trip to Kufstein

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Kufstein.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Interlaken to Kufstein by train?

The train journey between Interlaken and Kufstein covers 340 kilometres.

How much does the train from Interlaken to Kufstein cost?

The lowest fare on this route is US$112.50. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Interlaken to Kufstein by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 6 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Interlaken to Kufstein by train?

The shortest trip is 6 hours and 16 minutes.