Getting to Lauterbrunnen in short
Take the train to Interlaken Ost, change to the Bernese Oberland Railway (BOB) and ride to Lauterbrunnen. Trains leave every half hour from platform 2A. Sit in the front part of the train: the rear part separates at Zweilütschinen and goes to Grindelwald.
Wengen, Mürren and Gimmelwald have no road access. Leave the car at Lauterbrunnen or Stechelberg and continue by cogwheel train or cable car. All times below are from the SBB timetable or the local operators; fares are 2026 adult prices in second class.
By train from Interlaken, Bern, Zurich and Geneva
Journey times to Lauterbrunnen from the SBB timetable, best connection. Tourism websites give longer ranges for Zurich, so treat the times as "from about".
| From | Journey time | Changes |
|---|---|---|
| Interlaken Ost | 22 minutes | Direct, every half hour |
| Bern | 1 h 22 | Check the timetable |
| Zurich HB | From about 2 h 24 | 1 to 3 |
| Zurich Airport | From about 2 h 40 | Check the timetable |
| Geneva | 3 h 21 | 2 to 3 |
The last stretch
The BOB ticket from Interlaken Ost costs CHF 7.80 one way and CHF 15.60 return, or CHF 3.90 and CHF 7.80 with a Half Fare Card. It is included in the Swiss Travel Pass, the Jungfrau Travel Pass and the Berner Oberland Pass.
Replacement bus
Until about 10 December 2026, a replacement bus between Interlaken West and Wilderswil takes the place of the train on some connections. Check your exact connection in the SBB app before you leave.
Lauterbrunnen tours with transport
Day trips from Interlaken, Zurich and Lucerne, plus cable car tickets in the valley, with live prices and availability.
By car and where to park
Cars stay in Lauterbrunnen for Wengen. For Mürren you can also park in Stechelberg. Prices are for 8 hours, open 24 hours, all year. Longer tariffs are not listed here.
| Car park | Price (8 hours) | Spaces | Charging |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkhaus Lauterbrunnen (Zuben 479, next to the station) | CHF 18 | 974 | 10 stations |
| Parkplatz Kirche (municipal) | CHF 12 | 168 | None |
| Stechelberg (Schilthornbahn) | CHF 8 | Over 1,000 | 4 stations |
| Park+Ride Matten near Interlaken | – | – | – |
Lauterbrunnen Tourism names the Park+Ride in Matten as the cheapest option. Spaces can run short at busy times. The Trümmelbach Falls have a large car park, free of charge, about 3 kilometres past the village.
Onward to Wengen, Mürren and Stechelberg
Times and 2026 adult fares in second class. Return fares are given where a single fare is not.
| Route | Time | Fare | With Half Fare Card |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lauterbrunnen to Wengen (cogwheel train, every half hour) | 11 to 12 min | CHF 7.20 one way, 14.40 return | CHF 3.60 / 7.20 |
| Lauterbrunnen to Mürren (cable car to Grütschalp, then train) | 18 to 20 min | CHF 23.60 return | CHF 11.80 |
| Lauterbrunnen to Stechelberg (bus 141, every half hour) | 12 min | Fare not listed here | – |
| Stechelberg to Mürren (cable car, direct) | 4 min | CHF 11.80 one way, 23.60 return | CHF 5.90 / 11.80 |
| Stechelberg to Schilthorn | 24 min | CHF 115 return | CHF 57.50 |
| Mürren to Schilthorn via Birg | About 15 min | CHF 91.40 return | CHF 45.70 |
From Interlaken Ost
Wengen takes about 37 to 40 minutes, Mürren 51 minutes and the Schilthorn about 1 hour 11 minutes.
Wengen →Autumn 2026 changes
The cable car to Grütschalp and the train to Mürren are closed from 26 October to 6 November 2026. Use bus 141 and the Stechelberg cable car instead. From 19 to 30 October, weekdays, the cable car does not stop at Gimmelwald during the day.
Mürren →Grütschalp cable car
The modernised cable car takes 4 minutes, has a new cabin for 135 people and has been running again since 11 July 2026. The single fare from Lauterbrunnen to Grütschalp is CHF 9.40.
Mürren →Which pass covers what
Pass prices are valid until 12 December 2026. Prices after that date are not confirmed.
| Pass | Covers in the valley | Schilthorn |
|---|---|---|
| Swiss Travel Pass | BOB, Lauterbrunnen to Wengen, train to Mürren | Return CHF 45.70 |
| Jungfrau Travel Pass (3 days CHF 210, reduced 165) | BOB, Wengen railway, Wengen to Männlichen, Lauterbrunnen to Mürren | 20 percent off |
| Berner Oberland Pass (3 days CHF 240, reduced 168) | Whole Schilthorn network and Wengen to Männlichen | Free |
Good to know when you arrive
Three rules that apply in the whole valley.
No drones
Drones are banned in the whole valley, including Wengen and Mürren.
No wild camping
Wild camping is not allowed. The tap water is safe to drink.
Cash
Euro notes are mostly accepted, but coins are not. Plan to pay in Swiss francs.
Getting to Lauterbrunnen: frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen?
The BOB takes 22 minutes from Interlaken Ost, every half hour. Lauterbrunnen Tourism lists 24 minutes. Sit in the front part of the train.
How do I get from Zurich to Lauterbrunnen?
By train, from about 2 hours 24 minutes from Zurich HB with 1 to 3 changes, and from about 2 hours 40 minutes from Zurich Airport.
Can I drive to Wengen or Mürren?
No, both villages are car-free. Park in Lauterbrunnen for Wengen, and in Lauterbrunnen or Stechelberg for Mürren.
Where is the cheapest parking?
Stechelberg costs CHF 8 for 8 hours, the church car park in Lauterbrunnen CHF 12 and the station car park CHF 18. The Park+Ride in Matten is named as the cheapest option, but its price is not listed here.
Does the Swiss Travel Pass cover Lauterbrunnen?
Yes. It covers the BOB from Interlaken Ost, the railway to Wengen and the train to Mürren. The Schilthorn return costs CHF 45.70 with the pass.