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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Bern

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Nov

Cheapest price on 12 Nov: €344
Average ticket price on 12 Nov: €347
Fastest journey on 12 Nov: 7 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 12 Nov: 11 h 53 m
Trains on 12 Nov: 4
Distance: 682 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nantes to Bern will cost around €347 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €344.

Fast trains

To travel from Nantes to Bern you need to make at least 2 changes.

3:20 PM 15h06
Nantes
6:26 AM
Bern
€344
1 One-way
3 changes
8:08 AM 8h18
Nantes
4:26 PM
Bern
€346
1 One-way
2 changes
2:08 PM 16h18
Nantes
6:26 AM
Bern
€346
1 One-way
2 changes
8:08 AM 7h48
Nantes
3:56 PM
Bern
€351
1 One-way
3 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Nantes to Bern

France

Switzerland

Trains from Nantes to Bern run on average 20 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 17:02. The fastest train covers the 682 km distance in 5h 58m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

682 km

Average train duration

6h 49m

Cheapest ticket price

€25

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 58m

First train

6:05 AM

Last train

5:02 PM

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Best time to book

35 days

Price information

Live departures

Nantes to Bern train times

The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Bern trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
	8:08 AM Nantes	7h48	3:56 PM Bern	3 changes
	8:08 AM Nantes	8h18	4:26 PM Bern	2 changes
	2:08 PM Nantes	16h18	6:26 AM Bern	2 changes
	3:20 PM Nantes	15h06	6:26 AM Bern	3 changes
This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Nantes to Bern trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Nantes and Bern from €25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SNCF | TGV INOUI

About

SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average SNCF | TGV INOUI Duration

5h 58m

Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price

€25

SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency

11 a day

Luggage included

1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund conditions depend on ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe

Seat reservation

Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available

Pets

Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free

Quiet zone

SNCF | TGV Lyria

About

TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service connecting France and Switzerland, a joint venture between SNCF (French National Railway Company) and SBB (Swiss Federal Railways). These trains operate daily, offering up to 17 return journeys between the two countries. Key destinations include Paris, Dijon, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, and Basel, with seasonal services to Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, and Avignon. TGV Lyria offers three travel classes: Standard, Première, and Première Signature, each with varying levels of comfort and services like Wi-Fi and catering options.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average SNCF | TGV Lyria Duration

6h 11m

Cheapest SNCF | TGV Lyria Price

€25

SNCF | TGV Lyria frequency

8 a day

Luggage included

1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage per person

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, between seats

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies vary by ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car with full meals, at-seat service in First Class, Café-bar for snacks and drinks

Seat reservation

First Class: Included in ticket price. Second Class: Optional, additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Nantes and Bern

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Nantes to Bern, you can count on SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria for the best way to get you to Bern. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Nantes and Bern and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Nantes to Bern train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes 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.

Cheap train tickets from Nantes to Bern can start from as little as €25 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Nantes to Bern is €33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Nantes to Bern is 5h 58m to travel the 682 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Nantes to Bern leaves at 6:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Nantes to Bern leaves at 5:02 pm.

There are 20 trains a day from Nantes to Bern which require at least one change with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Bern. Take the fast train with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Nantes to Bern.

A trip to Bern from Nantes is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 58m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nantes and Bern including taking a coach, train and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nantes and Bern

Most Nantes to Bern trains use the Gare de Nantes to Bern Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Bern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nantes

Arrival train stations in Bern

Which Nantes station do trains to Bern leave from?

Trains from Nantes to Bern leave from Gare de Nantes. The station is 1 km from Nantes city centre at 27 Boulevard de Stalingrad, 44041 Nantes, France.

Gare de Nantes27 Boulevard de Stalingrad, 44041 Nantes, France+33 892 35 35 35 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Gare de Nantes from Nantes city centre

BusC2, C3, C8 · 4m · €2 · every ~31 min

Gare de Nantes train station facilities and services

Gare de Nantes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Bern

Journey information

Overview: Train from Nantes to Bern

Live departures

Nantes to Bern train times

Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Nantes to Bern trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Nantes and Bern from €25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nantes and Bern

Which Nantes station do trains to Bern leave from?

Getting to Gare de Nantes from Nantes city centre