Interlaken car hire

The average price of fuel in Interlaken is R145,42 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 745 and R2 327, depending on the car size.

Compact (Skoda Karoq or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Interlaken.

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A Compact car hire in Interlaken costs R2 975 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in Interlaken costs R3 511 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car hire in Interlaken costs R2 288 per day, on average.

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.

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.

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).