Switzerland
Travel Deviations Planning Ground Transportation from Zurich Airport
Ground Transportation from Zurich Airport
Train

The most economical transfer is the train from Zurich Airport Flughafen Train Station to Interlaken Ost Train Station. There are approximately 35 trains per day and you will have to change trains at least 1 time during the trip. Pricing is subject to change but is approximately:

  • One-way in 2nd class: 37 CHF (Swiss Francs) per person 
  • One-way in 1st class: 65 CHF (Swiss Francs) per person

Travel time by train is typically 2 hrs and 20 minutes.

If you are arriving early and plan to pre-extend in Lucerne, you can also take the train from Zurich Airport Flughafen Train Station to Luzerne Train Station. There are approximately 40 trains per day, some are direct but you may need to change trains at least 1 time during the trip. Pricing is subject to change but is approximately:

  • One-way in 2nd class: 15 CHF (Swiss Francs) per person
  • One-way in 1st class: 27 CHF (Swiss Francs) per person

Travel time by train is typically 1 hr and 10 minutes.

Upon arrival at Zurich Airport, exit the arrivals area, go outside and cross the street to the Airport Center. The train station is located on the lowest level of the Airport Center. (Level -02). Please follow the signs.

  • Tickets can be purchased online or at ticket machines next to the SBB Travel Center located in the Airport Center
  • You can review train schedules and obtain more info at: https://www.sbb.ch/en
Car

Private car service can be arranged through the Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel concierge. Please email concierge@victoria-jungfrau.ch with your request and they will confirm back to you the arrangements. Prices are subject to change but are approximately:

  • Standard car: 490 CHF (Swiss Francs) 
  • Luxury car: 660 CHF (Swiss Francs)
  • V class Mercedes: 700 CHF (Swiss Francs).

Note: Prices do not include driver gratuities.

There are also 2 car rental companies that have drop off locations in Interlaken if you select a one-way rental from Zurich Airport to Interlaken:

Note: Driving in Switzerland can be on narrow, windy mountainous roads. Prices range from $150-250 USD per day based on vehicle type. Prices are subject to change. Additional charges may apply for drivers between 20-25. An international driver’s license is not required, but is recommended.

Uber Service is available in the Zurich area. However, Uber drivers may or may not speak English. Most Uber drivers are not familiar with the area outside of the metropolitan Zurich area so it may be difficult to confirm an Uber to the outlying areas such as Interlaken or Lucerne. Pricing is subject to change but is approximately:

  • To Interlaken:
    • UberX: 316 CHF (Swiss Francs) one-way
    • Uber Black: 560 CHF (Swiss Francs) one-way
  • To Lucerne:
    • UberX: 110 CHF (Swiss Francs) one-way
    • Uber Black: 220 CHF (Swiss Francs) one-way

Note: Taxi service from Zurich to Lucerne or Interlaken is NOT recommended.

There are online private car services available. Consider Blacklane.com. They offer services worldwide. Pricing is subject to change but is approximately:

  • For a transfer from Zurich Airport to the Victoria-Jungfrau in Interlaken:
    • Small car: 400-450 Euros (max 3 ppl/2 bags)
    • Van: 550 Euros (max 5 ppl/5 bags) 
  • For a transfer from Zurich Airport to the Hotel Schweizerhof in Lucerne: 
    • Small car: 280-305 Euros
    • Van: 340 Euros 

Note: An English speaking driver is not guaranteed.

Recommended service for private transfers from Zurich airport to either Interlaken or Lucerne is available through our local partner in Switzerland – Conventus.  Conventus will be handling A-O group transportation. To confirm directly with Conventus, please click on: PRIVATE TRANSFER BOOKING LINK

  • Pricing from Zurich Airport to Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel in Interlaken: 
    • Sedan: 770 CHF (Swiss Francs) (max 2 ppl)
    • MiniVan: 845 CHF (Swiss Francs) (max 4-6 ppl)
  • ​​​​​​Pricing from Zurich Airport to Hotel Schweizerhof in Lucerne:
    • Sedan: 420 CHF (Swiss Francs) (max 2 ppl)
    • MiniVan: 460 CHF (Swiss Francs) (max 4-6 ppl)

 ​​​​Transfers between 9pm-7am local time and driver wait time for delayed flights will incur additional costs.