Interlaken travel guide
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You're Going to Love Interlaken
With a population of 5,067, Interlaken is a must-see destination in Bern, Switzerland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 2 days in order to fully appreciate everything Interlaken has to offer.
What to do in Interlaken
Top activities & attractions in Interlaken
When to visit Interlaken
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Interlaken in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 5.7″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Interlaken, with an average rainfall of 3″.
How to Get to Interlaken
Plane
Although Interlaken doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Basel All airports (EAP), which is located 62 miles from Interlaken. Zurich Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from SWISS, Delta, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Interlaken from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 35m.
Train
SBB is the most popular train carrier serving Interlaken, followed by Deutsche Bahn. The train journey from Interlaken to Basel takes 0h 58m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Munich, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 35m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city center, Interlaken Ost is the busiest station in Interlaken. Another popular train station is Interlaken West, located 0.6 miles from the center.
Car
Another option to get to Interlaken is to pick up a car rental from Zurich, which is about 57 miles from Interlaken. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Hertz, among others, in Zurich.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Interlaken, including FlixBus, Regiojet and Bus. From Stuttgart, the bus ride to Interlaken takes 190 miles and will cost you around $33. From Munich, the ticket costs about $22 for a journey of 220 miles.
Airlines serving Interlaken
Where to stay in Interlaken
From 5-star hotels such as the Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage to great affordable options like the Brienzersee, Interlaken offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $195 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $368 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Interlaken Youth Hostel and Post Hardermannli.
Where to stay in popular areas of Interlaken
Most booked hotels in Interlaken
Renting a car in Interlaken
Renting a car in Interlaken costs $134 per day, on average, or $269 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 43% more expensive than at Zurich.
Expect to pay $8.03 per gallon in Interlaken (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $96.30 and $128.40.