Frankfurt to Interlaken: Road Trip Guide & Distance

239.6 miles 385.6 km · straight line
299.5 miles estimated 482 km · driving distance
6h 2min estimated drive time
€52 - €64 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
189° S bearing direction

How far is Frankfurt from Interlaken?

The distance from Frankfurt to Interlaken is 239.6 miles (385.6 km) as the crow flies. Interlaken is located S of Frankfurt. By car, the driving distance is approximately 299.5 miles, taking about 6h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Frankfurt is in Germany, while Interlaken is in Switzerland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Frankfurt and Interlaken. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Frankfurt to Interlaken

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 2min €52 - €64 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 14min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 44min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frankfurt & Interlaken

Quick Facts

Frankfurt
50.11°N, 8.68°E
Europe/Berlin
112m elevation
Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients