Interlaken to Zermatt: Road Trip Guide & Distance

46.3 miles 74.5 km · straight line
97.1 miles actual route 156.3 km · driving distance
2h 47min estimated drive time
CHF 19 - CHF 23 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
187° S bearing direction

How far is Interlaken from Zermatt?

The distance from Interlaken to Zermatt is 46.3 miles (74.5 km) as the crow flies. Zermatt is located S of Interlaken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 97.1 miles, taking about 2h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in Switzerland.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Interlaken and Zermatt. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Zermatt

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 47min CHF 19 - CHF 23 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 20min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~2h 39min $12–$34* Comfort

At 97.1 miles, driving is often the most practical option.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Interlaken & Zermatt

Quick Facts

Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m elevation
Zermatt
46.02°N, 7.75°E
Europe/Zurich
1608m elevation

From Interlaken

From Zermatt

Explore more routes from Zermatt

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 537.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM