How to get from Interlaken to Cologne
- 477 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 8h 34m
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We compared the ways to travel from Interlaken to Cologne. The most useful door-to-door route takes 8h 34m by train, bus, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 477 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on May 12, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
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Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €67Older observation | 4h 30m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €73Older observation | 8h 34m2 transfers | See Train details |
- Flight€67Older observation4h 30m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€73Older observation8h 34m · 2 transfersSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Interlaken to Cologne: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Interlaken → Baseltrain
SBB·2h 01m - 2Basel → Frankfurttrain
Deutsche Bahn·2h 53m - 3Frankfurt → Colognebus
FlixBus·1h 55m
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Ticket prices on this route
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- Train· 5h 55m€78Book
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Operators seen on these journeys
SBBInterlaken-BaselBook →Deutsche BahnBasel-Frankfurt, Düsseldorf Airport-CologneBook →FlixBusFrankfurt-CologneBook →
easyJetMilan Malpensa-Düsseldorf AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with SBB, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus, easyJet; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Interlaken to Cologne works
Start with a SBB train from Interlaken to Basel, about 2h 1m. Transfer in Basel and continue by Deutsche Bahn train on to Frankfurt (2h 53m). Transfer in Frankfurt and continue by FlixBus bus on to Cologne (1h 55m). In total it's roughly €73 over 8h 34m, 2 transfers.
Interlaken to Cologne: common questions
How long does it take to get from Interlaken to Cologne?
The most useful route takes about 8h 34m by train, bus, 2 transfers.
Is there a train from Interlaken to Cologne?
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.
Is there a bus from Interlaken to Cologne?
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.
How far is Cologne from Interlaken?
About 477 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Interlaken to Cologne cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €73. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Interlaken to Cologne?
On this route you travel with SBB, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus, easyJet.
What is the cheapest way to get from Interlaken to Cologne?
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.
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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: SBB, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 12 May 2026