Interlaken to Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Road Trip Guide & Distance

214.5 miles 345.2 km · straight line
268.1 miles estimated 431.5 km · driving distance
5h 24min estimated drive time
CHF 52 - CHF 64 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
29° NNE bearing direction

How far is Interlaken from Rothenburg ob der Tauber?

The distance from Interlaken to Rothenburg ob der Tauber is 214.5 miles (345.2 km) as the crow flies. Rothenburg ob der Tauber is located NNE of Interlaken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 268.1 miles, taking about 5h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Interlaken is in Switzerland, while Rothenburg ob der Tauber is in Germany.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Interlaken and Rothenburg ob der Tauber. 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 Interlaken to Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 24min CHF 52 - CHF 64 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 29min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 8min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Interlaken & Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Quick Facts

Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m elevation
Rothenburg ob der Tauber
49.38°N, 10.18°E
Europe/Berlin
425m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients