Interlaken to Salzburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

255.5 miles 411.2 km · straight line
319.4 miles estimated 514 km · driving distance
6h 26min estimated drive time
CHF 62 - CHF 76 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
70° ENE bearing direction

How far is Interlaken from Salzburg?

The distance from Interlaken to Salzburg is 255.5 miles (411.2 km) as the crow flies. Salzburg is located ENE of Interlaken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 319.4 miles, taking about 6h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Interlaken is in Switzerland, while Salzburg is in Austria.

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 Salzburg. 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 Salzburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 26min CHF 62 - CHF 76 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 43min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 7min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Interlaken & Salzburg

Quick Facts

Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m elevation
Salzburg
47.81°N, 13.05°E
Europe/Vienna
424m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients