How much is the train ride from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch?

The cheapest tickets we've found for trains from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch are US$110.57.



In 2026, the train journey from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch (the "Top of Europe") is one of the most expensive but spectacular rail routes in the world. A standard return ticket generally costs between CHF 190 and CHF 250 (approx. $215–$285 USD) during the peak summer season. The price fluctuates based on the time of day and the season; "Early Bird" tickets, which require you to take the first train of the morning and return by a specific time, can reduce the cost to around CHF 165. If you hold a Swiss Travel Pass or a Half Fare Card, you receive a significant discount—usually 25% to 50% off the Interlaken-to-Jungfraujoch portion. For 2026, many travelers opt for the "Eiger Express" tricable gondola from Grindelwald, which is included in the ticket price and cuts the travel time by 47 minutes compared to the traditional cogwheel train, though the cost remains roughly the same regardless of which route you take up the mountain.

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The cheapest tickets we've found for trains from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch are US$108.68.

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You don't need to reserve or book in advance for trains to Jungfraujoch, you can just turn up, buy a ticket at the station and go. In fact, I recommend buying a ticket on the day so you can check the weather before deciding to go - check the webcam on www.jungfrau.ch.

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From Interlaken Ost railway station or Wilderswil to Grindelwald Terminal via the Bernese Oberland Railway. Change there and take the Eiger Express tricable gondola directly to the Eiger Glacier. At the Eiger Glacier station, change to the Jungfrau Railway to reach the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe.

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The Swiss Travel Pass covers the Jungfrau Area, providing you access to many stunning destinations. However, it's important to note that while most of the area is included, the specific route from Kleine Scheidegg to Jungfraujoch is not covered entirely.

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You then board the Jungfrau Railway, which takes you to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe – in just 35 minutes, ascending 1400 metres along the way. The route is nine kilometres long, of which seven kilometres are in a tunnel through the Eiger and Mönch mountains.

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You can buy Jungfraujoch tickets online or in-person at the train stations in Interlaken Ost, Grindelwald, or Wengen.

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Travel to the top of Europe with this ticket from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch that includes travel by rail, cogwheel train or cable car. Entry to all the attractions at the summit is included, like the Sphinx Observation Terrace, the Ice Palace and the Aletsch glacier.

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If you are interested in summer activities then the best time to visit the Jungfraujoch will be between June and September. If you are interested in skiing or other winter activities, you can visit Jungfraujoch between February and March.

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For the best photo opportunities on the up to the Jungfraujoch, sit on the right side of the train (facing forward). 4) Take time to explore Kleine Scheidegg before transfering to the Jungfraubahn train.

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Switzerland's majestic Three Peaks ? the Eiger, M?nch and Jungfrau ? are visible from almost anywhere in the Holiday Region Interlaken.

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The choice is yours! Interlaken is more like a transport hub and it's also a larger town so it has more choices of shops and restaurants just to browse. Grindelwald is a scenic village (still with enough restaurants and some shopping) that is much more scenic than Interlaken.

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Jungfrau is a peak in the Bernese Alps - 4158 metres above sea-level. Jungfraujoch ( 3471 m ) is the col - lowest point on the ridge between Jungfraujoch and Moench peaks,and is also called Top of Europe . I understand it is a 4/5 hour climb from Jungfraujoch area ( Moenchjoch huts to the summit.

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Jungfraujoch Weather Details
  • Average temperature: -7°C (19.4°F)
  • Warmest month: July (3.1°C)
  • Coldest Month: February (-10.5°C)
  • Longest Days: June (Average daylight: 15h and 46min)
  • Shortest Days: December (Average daylight: 8h and 39min)
  • Altitude: 3,454 meters above sea level.
  • Maximum wind speed: 267.5 KM/H.


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You can get to the top of Switzerland's Jungfrau mountain in one of the most scenic journeys of your entire Swiss visit, while on the same big day you can find time for several easy hikes and scenic rides by train and cable car, enjoying some of the world's finest sights, walking Grindelwald's glacier gulch, and ...

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FAQ. Which is better Jungfraujoch or Titlis? While both destinations are really nice and Jungfraujoch is more unique, Mount Titlis is much easier, quicker, and also significantly cheaper to visit than Jungfrau. So if you have to pick just one of the two – in summer or in winter – I think I'd go to Mt Titlis.

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Switzerland is the public transport country par excellence. On the world's densest public transport network, you can discover the Holiday Region Interlaken and the rest of Switzerland comfortably and easily. One ticket is all you need: the Swiss Travel Pass.

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