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Zentrum Paul Klee
Major art museum dedicated to Paul Klee, with a renowned collection and striking Renzo Piano architecture just outside the old town.
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 48 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stuttgart to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Bern will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 5 buses that leave Stuttgart for Bern on Thu, Jun 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 241 km distance in an average of 6 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $80.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price | $173 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 51m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Bern:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Bern costing on average $81 (€65).
A bus is $134 (€108) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Bern costing on average $173 (€140).
Other travel options to Bern take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 11m.
Flight takes on average 10h 51m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€31) compared to roughly $65 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€21). The journey takes 5h 11m versus 3h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Sindbad, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Bern buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 6h25 | 5:15 AM Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 6h00 | 5:15 AM Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 AM Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof | 8h15 | 3:10 PM Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 7h50 | 3:10 PM Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 1 transfer | |
0 | 8:30 AM Stuttgart | 5h30 | 2:00 PM Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Stuttgart to Bern run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:35, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 1:35 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Bern — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bern trip today.
Major art museum dedicated to Paul Klee, with a renowned collection and striking Renzo Piano architecture just outside the old town.
Bern’s main history museum, covering Swiss and world cultures, and home to the Einstein Museum exhibition.
One of Switzerland’s oldest art museums, with strong holdings from medieval works to modern and contemporary art.
Arcaded medieval center with sandstone facades, fountains, and long walking streets; the essential area for first-time visitors.
Hilltop rose garden and park with the classic panoramic view over Bern’s old town and the Aare loop.
Bern’s best-known old town street, lined with arcades, historic houses, fountains, and key sights including the Zytglogge.
A classic Bernese platter of cured and smoked meats, sausages, sauerkraut, green beans and potatoes, traditionally served for festive gatherings.
Bern’s famous onion tart, especially associated with the annual Zibelemärit onion market. It is a savory tart made with onions, eggs and cream.
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An established scenic restaurant above the old town, offering refined Swiss and international cuisine with one of Bern’s best views.
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Service is included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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