What is the cheapest way to get from Zürich Hbf to Brienz?

The cheapest way to get from Zürich Hbf to Brienz is to drive which costs SFr 17 - SFr 25 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zürich Hbf to Brienz?

The fastest way to get from Zürich Hbf to Brienz is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 25.

Is there a direct bus between Zürich Hbf and Brienz?

No, there is no direct bus from Zürich Hbf to Brienz. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB Schweizerhof and arriving at Brienz West, Bahnhof/Hauptstr. via Interlaken Ost, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Zürich Hbf and Brienz?

No, there is no direct train from Zürich Hbf to Brienz. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Brienz via Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Zürich Hbf to Brienz?

The distance between Zürich Hbf and Brienz is 134 km. The road distance is 103.5 km.

How do I travel from Zürich Hbf to Brienz without a car?

The best way to get from Zürich Hbf to Brienz without a car is to bus which takes 2h 29m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 26.

How long does it take to get from Zürich Hbf to Brienz?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Zürich Hbf to Brienz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zürich Hbf to Brienz bus from?

Zürich Hbf to Brienz bus services, operated by Shuttler, depart from Zürich HB Schweizerhof station.

Where do I catch the Zürich Hbf to Brienz train from?

Zürich Hbf to Brienz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zürich Hbf to Brienz?

The best way to get from Zürich Hbf to Brienz is to bus which takes 2h 29m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 95 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Zürich Hbf to Brienz bus arrive?

Zürich Hbf to Brienz bus services, operated by Shuttler, arrive at Interlaken Bahnhof Ost station.

Where does the Zürich Hbf to Brienz train arrive?

Zürich Hbf to Brienz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Luzern station.

Can I drive from Zürich Hbf to Brienz?

Yes, the driving distance between Zürich Hbf to Brienz is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Zürich Hbf to Brienz.

How do I get a train ticket from Zürich Hbf to Brienz?

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Zürich Hbf to Brienz - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Zürich Hbf to Brienz by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Zürich HB Schweizerhof to Interlaken Bahnhof Ostbus Shuttler L1 online shuttle
2h 29m
CHF 22–26
Drive 103.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zürich Hbf to Brienzcar 103.5 km
1h 18m
CHF 17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
2. Take the train from Luzern to Brienztrain Lix / ...
3h 7m
CHF 44–91

Zürich Hbf to Brienz by bus

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.3 km
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Zürich Hbf, Switzerland and Brienz, Canton of Bern, Switzerland?

Shuttler operates a bus from Zürich HB Schweizerhof to Interlaken Bahnhof Ost 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 22–26 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Zürich Hbf to Brienz via Zürich HB and Luzern in around 3h 7m.

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