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Interlaken car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Interlaken

  • If you hire a car in Interlaken, it offers you great flexibility compared to if you make the same trip using an alternative mode of transport like a taxi, train or bus. This is because you can depart and return at a time that’s suited to you rather than having to rely on public transport. For example, if you want to go to Bern, you can get there in about 45min by car. Alternatively, a train takes around 55min and you’d have to rely on the timetables.
  • Bern Airport (BRN) provides you with a wide range of car hire companies, so you’ll be driving off in no time. The branches are also easy to locate at the airport. For instance, if you are using SIXT, you are offered a meet-and-greet service, where someone will meet you at the SIXT desk in the arrivals hall. You will then fill in the required documents and be taken to your vehicle.
  • When you hire a car in Interlaken, you will find that the resort town gets very busy with tourists and locals. Due to the fact that it’s a busy town, you can expect tourists to cross the road in areas that aren’t designated pedestrian crossings. This is in spite of the jaywalking rules that are in place, so drive with care. There are also lots of cyclists in Switzerland, with Interlaken being no exception. Drive with vigilance and check your mirrors regularly.
  • When you book Interlaken car hire, you will see the town can get very busy, especially during rush hour when locals commute to and from Bern for work. Rush hour is normally from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., so if you don’t want to drive on busy roads, it’s wise to avoid these times. Route number 6 is one road that gets especially busy, as it goes through the centre of the town. Unless you have to, it’s wise to try and avoid this road.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Interlaken for £66 or less
  • Book your car hire in Interlaken at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Full-size hire cars in Interlaken are around 22% more expensive than other car types, on average

Interlaken car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who hired a car in Interlaken 
Verified travelerAug 2024
Use Hertz! In a perfect location. Have international drivers license with you. And be responsible.
Verified travelerAug 2023
Roads in interlaken are relatively narrow, do not attempt to speed In peak seasons, the parking spaces are highly competitive especially in Grindelwald center

FAQs about car hire in Interlaken

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Interlaken?

    On average a car hire in Interlaken costs £81 per day.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Interlaken?

    The average price of fuel in Interlaken is £5.91 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £71 and £95, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Interlaken?

    Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Interlaken.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Zurich airport (ZRH)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Zurich airport include Alamo, Europcar, Hertz, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, Dollar, Unirent, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Explore Vacations AG.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Zurich airport (ZRH)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Zurich airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Europcar, Hertz, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, Dollar, Unirent, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Interlaken?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Interlaken?

    A Full Size car hire in Interlaken costs £157 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Interlaken?

    An Economy car hire in Interlaken costs £94 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Premium car hire cost in Interlaken?

    A Premium car hire in Interlaken costs £140 per day, on average.

  • How much does a car hire in Interlaken cost for a week?

    On average a car hire in Interlaken costs £564 per week (£81 per day).

  • How much does a car hire in Interlaken cost for a month?

    On average a car hire in Interlaken costs £2,417 per month (£81 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Interlaken?

    Most car hire providers in Interlaken offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Interlaken, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Interlaken?

    The town has lots of tourists coming to visit, so it can be pretty busy during peak season. Due to this fact it’s recommended to get a small vehicle for your trip, so you are able to drive and park more easily. If you want to go out into the nearby Swiss mountains, then you will want something that’s a bit more robust. For instance, an SUV is a great choice, as it offers 4x4 capabilities for steep terrain and also better handling for winding roads.

  • What’s the speed limit in Interlaken?

    When you hire a car in Interlaken, you need to stick to the speed limits; otherwise, you risk accidents and being prosecuted by the local authorities. For example, when in the town itself, you can’t go faster than 30 km/h. On rural roads, the limit is slightly higher at 50 km/h, whereas on highways the upper speed limit is 120 km/h. There are lots of speed cameras in Interlaken, so to ensure you don’t get fined, it’s important you stay within the speed limits.

  • Where are the best places to park in Interlaken?

    There are lots of places where you can park your car in this town. For example, at Interlaken Ost Station, you can park for about Fr 5 (A$ 7.60) for 5 hours. These charges only apply from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with it usually being free thereafter. There are also a lot of parking spaces outside Congress Kursaal Interlaken, which cost around Fr 8 (A$ 12.20) for the day. A 24-hour ticket at this car park costs roughly Fr 12 (A$ 18.30).

Interlaken car hire reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated
Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Interlaken

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Locations in Interlaken

Gwattstrasse 22/24

+41 33 334 08 99

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Harderstrasse 1

+41 33 823 28 40

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Hertz

8.7

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

8.5

One location in Interlaken

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Locations in Interlaken

Hauptstrasse 4

+41 33 822 61 72

Monday13:30 - 17:3007:30 - 11:30
Tuesday13:30 - 17:3007:30 - 11:30
Wednesday07:30 - 11:3013:30 - 17:30
Thursday13:30 - 17:3007:30 - 11:30
Friday07:30 - 11:3013:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 11:30

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Compact

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Loved how easy it was to get into my rental vehicle with Hertz Interlaken. The gentleman there explained it all very well. Nothing to do with Hertz themselves, but the fuel pump payment method in front of Hertz could have been explained better. Had to insert card and $260AUD is pending coming out of my account when fuel itself was only $15AUD. Can anyone help with this? If I’m ever back I’ll be sure to rent again! Thank you ☺️

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Aug 2023

Passenger van

KAYAK
Only one thing left to perfect, please ensure the customers know the all the basic operations in the car before walking away

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2021

KAYAK
Very smooth pick up and return. Car was clean and they pre prepared all the paperwork.

1 out of 1

keddy by Europcar

6.3

Okay

2 locations in Interlaken

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Amag Automobil- Und Motoren Ag- Gwattstrasse 22/24

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Hotel Metropole- Hoeheweg 37

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Sunnycars

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3 locations in Interlaken

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Gwattstrasse 22/24

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Harderstrasse 1

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Hauptstrasse 4

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Shouqi

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2 locations in Interlaken

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Amag Automobil- Und Motoren Ag Gwattstrasse 22/24

+41 33 334 08 99

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Hotel Metropole Hoeheweg 37

+41 33 823 28 40

Opening times not available

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9 travellers who hired a car in Interlaken gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.4

Car hire locations in or near Interlaken

Good to know

Most popular agency

Europcar

Most popular car type

Full-size

Average price

£81/day

Good deal

£66/day

When to book a car hire in Interlaken

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Car hire insurance in Interlaken

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Interlaken car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Interlaken.

Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Interlaken car hire.

Interlaken car hire information

Pick-up locationInterlaken
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Hire locations6
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