- Must visit
Zentrum Paul Klee
Major museum dedicated to Paul Klee, with important collections, changing exhibitions, and striking architecture by Renzo Piano.
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Annecy to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Annecy to Bern will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
It's difficult to get from Annecy to Bern without transferring at least once.
R L4 23227 | 23227 · IR 15 2515 | 2515
R L2 23415 | 23415 · IC 1 715 | 715
R L4 23231 | 23231 · IR 15 2517 | 2517
R L4 23227 | 23227 · IR 15 2515 | 2515
R L2 23415 | 23415 · IC 1 715 | 715
R L1 23379 | 23379 · IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 66 3219 | 3219
R L4 23227 | 23227 · IR 15 2515 | 2515
R L2 23415 | 23415 · IC 1 715 | 715
R L1 23379 | 23379 · IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 66 3219 | 3219
R L4 23231 | 23231 · IR 15 2517 | 2517Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 96 miles (155 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$53 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Annecy to Bern:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annecy to Bern costing on average $53 (€44).
Other travel options to Bern take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 11m.
The journey is about 10m faster (2h 2m by train vs 2h 12m by car) and roughly $56 (€46) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($53 (€44) vs $109 (€90)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Annecy to Bern trains for today, Tuesday, June 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 33 18483 | 18483 · IC 5 537 | 537 · IR 66 3239 | 3239 | 6:28 PM Annecy | 2h40 | 9:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
RE 33 18483 | 18483 · IC 5 537 | 537 · IR 66 3239 | 3239 | 6:31 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h37 | 9:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
R L4 23267 | 23267 · IR 15 2535 | 2535 | 6:34 PM Annecy | 2h22 | 8:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L4 23267 | 23267 · IR 15 2535 | 2535 | 6:37 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h19 | 8:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L1 23385 | 23385 · IR 90 1833 | 1833 · IC 5 537 | 537 · IR 66 3239 | 3239 | 6:49 PM Annecy | 2h19 | 9:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
R L1 23385 | 23385 · IR 90 1833 | 1833 · IC 5 537 | 537 · IR 66 3239 | 3239 | 6:52 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h16 | 9:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
R L2 23435 | 23435 · IC 1 735 | 735 | 7:04 PM Annecy | 2h22 | 9:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L2 23435 | 23435 · IC 1 735 | 735 | 7:07 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h19 | 9:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L5 23071 | 23071 · IR 15 2537 | 2537 | 7:23 PM La Plaine | 2h33 | 9:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L5 23071 | 23071 · IC 1 737 | 737 | 7:23 PM La Plaine | 3h03 | 10:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L5 23071 | 23071 · IR 90 1835 | 1835 · IC 5 539 | 539 · IR 66 3241 | 3241 | 7:23 PM La Plaine | 2h45 | 10:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
RE 33 18485 | 18485 · IC 5 539 | 539 · IR 66 3241 | 3241 | 7:28 PM Annecy | 2h40 | 10:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
RE 33 18485 | 18485 · IC 5 539 | 539 · IR 66 3241 | 3241 | 7:31 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h37 | 10:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
R L4 23271 | 23271 · IR 15 2537 | 2537 | 7:34 PM Annecy | 2h22 | 9:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L4 23271 | 23271 · IR 15 2537 | 2537 | 7:37 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h19 | 9:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L4 23173 | 23173 · IR 90 1835 | 1835 · IC 5 539 | 539 · IR 66 3241 | 3241 | 7:49 PM Annecy | 2h19 | 10:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
R L4 23173 | 23173 · IR 90 1835 | 1835 · IC 5 539 | 539 · IR 66 3241 | 3241 | 7:52 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h16 | 10:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
R L6 96761 | 96761 · RE 33 18487 | 18487 · IR 15 2539 | 2539 | 7:53 PM La Plaine | 3h03 | 10:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
R L6 96761 | 96761 · RE 33 18487 | 18487 · IC 5 541 | 541 · IR 66 3243 | 3243 | 7:53 PM La Plaine | 3h13 | 11:06 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
R L5 23075 | 23075 · IR 95 1739 | 1739 · IC 1 739 | 739 | 8:23 PM La Plaine | 3h03 | 11:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
R L2 23413 | 23413 · IC 1 713 | 713 | 8:04 AM Annecy | 2h22 | 10:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L2 23413 | 23413 · IC 1 713 | 713 | 8:07 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h19 | 10:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L5 23027 | 23027 · IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 66 3219 | 3219 | 8:23 AM La Plaine | 2h45 | 11:08 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
R L5 23027 | 23027 · IR 15 2515 | 2515 | 8:23 AM La Plaine | 2h33 | 10:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
RE 33 18463 | 18463 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 66 3219 | 3219 | 8:28 AM Annecy | 2h40 | 11:08 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
RE 33 18463 | 18463 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 66 3219 | 3219 | 8:31 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h37 | 11:08 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
R L4 23227 | 23227 · IR 15 2515 | 2515 | 8:34 AM Annecy | 2h22 | 10:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L4 23227 | 23227 · IR 15 2515 | 2515 | 8:37 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h19 | 10:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L1 23379 | 23379 · IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 66 3219 | 3219 | 8:49 AM Annecy | 2h19 | 11:08 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
R L1 23379 | 23379 · IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 66 3219 | 3219 | 8:52 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h16 | 11:08 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
R L5 23029 | 23029 · IC 1 715 | 715 | 8:53 AM La Plaine | 2h33 | 11:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L2 23415 | 23415 · IC 1 715 | 715 | 9:04 AM Annecy | 2h22 | 11:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L2 23415 | 23415 · IC 1 715 | 715 | 9:07 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h19 | 11:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L5 23031 | 23031 · IR 15 2517 | 2517 | 9:23 AM La Plaine | 2h33 | 11:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L5 23031 | 23031 · IR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 519 | 519 · IR 66 3221 | 3221 | 9:23 AM La Plaine | 2h45 | 12:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
RE 33 18465 | 18465 · IC 5 519 | 519 · IR 66 3221 | 3221 | 9:28 AM Annecy | 2h40 | 12:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
RE 33 18465 | 18465 · IC 5 519 | 519 · IR 66 3221 | 3221 | 9:31 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h37 | 12:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
R L4 23231 | 23231 · IR 15 2517 | 2517 | 9:34 AM Annecy | 2h22 | 11:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R L4 23231 | 23231 · IR 15 2517 | 2517 | 9:37 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2h19 | 11:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Annecy to Bern run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 96 miles (155 km) |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
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Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Bern — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bern trip today.
Major museum dedicated to Paul Klee, with important collections, changing exhibitions, and striking architecture by Renzo Piano.
One of Switzerland’s leading history museums, covering Bernese and world cultures in a castle-like building.
Prestigious fine arts museum with works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art, including Swiss and international masters.
UNESCO-listed medieval center with arcades, fountains, sandstone streets, and many of the city’s top sights.
Main square in front of the Federal Palace, known for its fountains, events, and classic civic atmosphere.
Hilltop rose garden and viewpoint with one of the best panoramas over Bern’s Old City and the Aare.
A classic Bernese platter of smoked pork, sausages, beef, sauerkraut, green beans, and potatoes, traditionally served for festive meals and strongly associated with the canton of Bern.
Bern's famous onion tart, especially linked to the annual Zibelemärit onion market. It is a savory baked tart with onions, cream, and eggs.
Crisp pan-fried grated potatoes that are one of Switzerland's best-known dishes and deeply rooted in Bernese cuisine, often served as a side or main dish.
An established hillside restaurant with panoramic views over Bern, offering refined Swiss and seasonal cuisine.
A grand, historic vaulted restaurant known for Swiss classics and an impressive atmosphere in the city center.
A popular brewery restaurant by the Bear Park, known for house beers, hearty Swiss dishes, and terrace views.
Prices are high by European standards, especially for hotels and restaurant meals. Groceries and takeaways help reduce daily costs.
Service is usually included. Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated but not expected. Round up taxis too.
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Bern Hauptbahnhof, Bern -> Zytglogge, Bern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annecy 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.

Most Annecy to Bern trains use the La Plaine to Bern Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Bern, Tiefenaustrasse (Tiefenau). Use this guide to compare Annecy and Bern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
Bern, Tiefenaustrasse (Tiefenau) is 2 km from Bern city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Bern, Tiefenaustrasse (Tiefenau) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern, Tiefenaustrasse (Tiefenau).
Bern Felsenau is 2 km from Bern city centre. Public transport options include:
Bern Felsenau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bern Felsenau.
ATMs are available at Bern Felsenau.
Available at Bern Felsenau: Parking, WC.
Available at Bern Felsenau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Felsenau.
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