How to get from Geneva to Interlaken
- 142 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 9h
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
8h 20m
1 transfer
Bus + Train
€50
Cheapest
9h
1 transfer
Bus + Train
€48
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 23 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Geneva to Interlaken. The most useful door-to-door route takes 9h by bus, train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 142 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €48, on Wed, Sep 16.
142 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €47Omio catalogue, Sep 25 | 6h2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €48Reading date not recorded | 9h1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Train€47Omio catalogue, Sep 256h · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€48Reading date not recorded9h · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Geneva to Interlaken: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Geneva → Baselbus
FlixBus·3h 20m - 2Basel → Interlakentrain
SBB·1h 55m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 25
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusGeneva-BaselBook →SBBBasel-Interlaken, Geneva-Bern, Bern-BaselBook →
BlaBlaCar BusGeneva-BaselBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, SBB, BlaBlaCar Bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Geneva to Interlaken works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Geneva to Basel, about 3h 20m. Transfer in Basel and continue by SBB train on to Interlaken (1h 55m). In total it's roughly €48 over 9h, 1 transfer.
Geneva to Interlaken: common questions
How long does it take to get from Geneva to Interlaken?
The most useful route takes about 9h by bus, train, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Geneva to Interlaken?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a train from Geneva to Interlaken?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Interlaken from Geneva?
About 142 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Geneva to Interlaken cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €48. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Geneva to Interlaken?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, SBB, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Can you get from Geneva to Interlaken without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 2h 20m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Interlaken?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Where to next
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, SBB
Route calculated: 23 Sep 2026