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.
When to visit Interlaken
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Interlaken in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -4 °C, with an average temperature of -1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 145 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Interlaken, with an average rainfall of 75 mm.
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 Air Canada, Lufthansa, SWISS and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Interlaken from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 7h 35m.
Train
SNCF is the most popular train carrier serving Interlaken, followed by ÖBB. The train journey from Interlaken to Basel takes 1h 12m and costs around C$ 33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Milan, expect to pay about C$ 48 for a 3h 17m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city centre, Interlaken Ost is the busiest station in Interlaken. Another popular train station is Interlaken West, located 0.6 miles from the centre.
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 Hertz and Sixt, among others, in Zurich.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Interlaken, including FlixBus, Regiojet and STUDENT AGENCY. From Strasbourg, the bus ride to Interlaken takes 205 miles and will cost you around C$ 48. From Milan, the ticket costs about C$ 63 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 Hotel Brienzersee, Interlaken offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 278 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 593 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Youth Hostel Interlaken 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 C$ 140 per day, on average, or C$ 280 if you want to rent it for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 54% more expensive than at Zurich.
Expect to pay C$ 2.73 per litre in Interlaken (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 32.70 and C$ 43.60. The most frequently booked car type in Interlaken is Economy (Seat Ibiza or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.