Vienna to Interlaken train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Vienna to Interlaken by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Vienna to Interlaken take around 9 hours and 56 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 659 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Vienna is scheduled to depart at around  00:28. The last departure is usually at around 23:28 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Vienna at around 00:28, with the last train leaving at around 23:28. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 34 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 19 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$67.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Interlaken, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Interlaken.

Is there a direct train from Vienna to Interlaken?

The journey between Vienna and Interlaken usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Vienna 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 Vienna to Interlaken?

The Vienna to Interlaken train travel takes about 9 hours and 56 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Vienna to Interlaken train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Interlaken leaving Vienna at around 00:28 and the last train leaving at around 23:28 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Vienna at around 00:28, with the final departure at 23:28.