Interlaken to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

411.1 miles 661.6 km · straight line
493.3 miles estimated 793.9 km · driving distance
9h 55min estimated drive time
CHF 95 - CHF 117 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
72° ENE bearing direction

How far is Interlaken from Vienna?

The distance from Interlaken to Vienna is 411.1 miles (661.6 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located ENE of Interlaken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 493.3 miles, taking about 9h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Interlaken is in Switzerland, while Vienna is in Austria.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Vienna. 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 Vienna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 55min CHF 95 - CHF 117 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 54min $39–$74* Budget
Train ~9h 25min $59–$173* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Interlaken & Vienna

Quick Facts

Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m elevation
Vienna
48.21°N, 16.37°E
Europe/Vienna
171m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 137 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients