The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Bern
Cheapest price
94S$
Average price
226S$
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 32 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
753 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Bern will cost around 226S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 94S$.
Of the 24 trains that leave Berlin for Bern every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 753 km distance in an average of 8 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 47 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.
ICE 699 · IC 60403 · IC 9599:27 PM10h29Berlin Hbf7:56 AMBern Hauptbahnhof94 S$1One-way2 changes
IC 60408 · ICE 2718:48 PM12h08Berlin Hbf8:56 AMBern Hauptbahnhof94 S$1One-way1 change
ICE 3772:37 PM8h49Berlin Hbf11:26 PMBern Hauptbahnhof156 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 379 · RE 2347 · IC 8424:30 PM8h32Berlin Hbf1:02 AMBern Hauptbahnhof156 S$1One-way2 changes
ICE 693 · ICE 203 · S 3 · IC 7403:24 PM9h07Berlin Hbf12:31 AMBern Hauptbahnhof156 S$1One-way3 changes
ICE 37512:31 PM8h25Berlin Hbf8:56 PMBern Hauptbahnhof297 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 2796:31 AM8h25Berlin Hbf2:56 PMBern Hauptbahnhof220 S$1One-way0 changes
ICE 379 · RE 2347 · IC 8424:30 PM8h32Berlin Hbf1:02 AMBern Hauptbahnhof156 S$1One-way2 changes
ICE 597 · ICE 1079:24 AM8h32Berlin Hbf5:56 PMBern Hauptbahnhof251 S$1One-way1 change
ICE 373 · IR 2483 · IR 218210:37 AM8h47Berlin Hbf7:24 PMBern Hauptbahnhof297 S$1One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Berlin to Bern
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 68S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 68S$, and a flight costs an average of 75S$.
Distance: 753 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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202S$ Average Price | 104S$ Average Price Cheapest | 239S$ Average Price |
8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 26m Average total duration 13h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Berlin to Bern train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Bern trains for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1509 · ICE 691 · ICE 201 · IC 641 | Delayed 12:57 PM 1:37 PMBerlin Hbf | 8h49 | 10:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 changes | |
ICE 693 · ICE 203 · S 3 · IC 740 | On time 3:24 PM Berlin Hbf | 9h07 | 12:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 changes | |
ICE 693 · ICE 203 · S 3 · IC 740 | On time 3:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 9h04 | 12:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 changes | |
ICE 1601 · ICE 693 · ICE 203 · S 3 | 3:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h54 | 12:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 4 changes | |
ICE 844 · ICE 77 · IC 607 | On time 5:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 12h39 | 6:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 844 · ICE 77 · IC 659 · IR 2352 | On time 5:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 12h34 | 6:21 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 changes | |
ICE 937 · IC 60403 · IC 959 | 7:05 PM Berlin Hbf | 12h51 | 7:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 842 · ICE 79 · IC 60403 · IC 959 | On time 7:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 12h09 | 7:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 changes | |
ICE 699 · IC 60408 · ICE 271 | On time 9:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 11h29 | 8:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday, 30 June | |||||
ICE 277 · IR 2471 · IR 2170 | On time 4:34 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h50 | 1:24 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 277 · EC 65 | On time 4:34 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h52 | 1:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 279 | On time 6:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h25 | 2:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 595 · ICE 105 · IC 627 | On time 7:23 AM Berlin Hbf | 9h03 | 4:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 595 · ICE 105 · IR 2477 · IR 2176 | On time 7:23 AM Berlin Hbf | 9h01 | 4:24 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 changes | |
ICE 1131 · ECE 5 · IC 977 | On time 8:00 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h56 | 4:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 371 · IC 629 | On time 8:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h55 | 5:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 371 · IR 2479 · IR 2178 | On time 8:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h53 | 5:24 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 597 · ICE 107 | On time 9:24 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h32 | 5:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 942 · ICE 73 · IC 981 | On time 9:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 9h09 | 6:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 373 · IC 633 | On time 10:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h49 | 7:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 373 · IR 2483 · IR 2182 | On time 10:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h47 | 7:24 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 599 · ICE 109 · IC 635 | On time 11:24 AM Berlin Hbf | 9h02 | 8:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 599 · ICE 109 · IR 2485 · IR 2184 | On time 11:24 AM Berlin Hbf | 9h00 | 8:24 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 changes | |
ICE 375 | On time 12:31 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h25 | 8:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 691 · ICE 201 · IC 641 | On time 1:24 PM Berlin Hbf | 9h02 | 10:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 848 · ICE 75 · IC 989 | On time 1:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 9h09 | 10:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 377 | On time 2:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h49 | 11:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Bern
Trains from Berlin to Bern run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 85S$ but you can travel from only 68S$ by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 753 km distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 753 km |
Average train duration 8h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price 85S$ |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 8h 20m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Berlin to Bern trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Berlin and Bern from 68S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Berlin to Bern train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Bern by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Bern
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit)
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- CHF 1
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
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