Route Comparison
Interlaken to Bern: Travel Options & Verdict
Distance: 58 km • Center-to-center journey comparison.
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Direct IC and ICE trains skirt Lake Thun and link Interlaken Ost and West to Bern in 50 minutes for CHF 29.00 (CHF 14.50 with Half Fare Card). Trains run every 30 minutes.
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| Transport Mode | Operator | Duration | Typical Price | Stations / Airports | Key Booking Tip |
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| train Direct | SBB CFF FFS (InterCity) | 50m | €14.50 - €29.00 |
Dep: Interlaken Ost / Interlaken West
Arr: Bern
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Sit on the right heading to Bern for turquoise views across Lake Thun. Fare source |
Prices reflect advance bookings and typical peak variances.
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Bern → Interlaken options are mirror schedules.