- Must visit
Museum Frieder Burda
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with changing international exhibitions in a striking neoclassical building on Lichtentaler Allee.
Cheapest price
lei145
Average price
lei404
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Baden-Baden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Baden-Baden will cost around lei404 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei145.
Of the 10 trains that leave Bern for Baden-Baden on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 210 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
IC 960 · ICE 200
IC 964 · ICE 108
ICE 106
ICE 372 · 4718
IC 966 · ICE 370 · 17016
IC 960 · ICE 200
IC 964+
ICE 108
ICE 106
ICE 106
IC 960+
ICE 200Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Baden-Baden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from lei117. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. 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 lei117, and a train costs an average of lei223.
Distance: 130 miles (210 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
lei376 Average price | lei174 Average price Cheapest | lei506 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Bern to Baden-Baden:
A bus is lei202 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Baden-Baden costing on average lei376.
Other travel options to Baden-Baden take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 5m.
The journey is about 21m faster (2h 31m by train vs 2h 52m by car) and roughly lei130 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (lei376 vs lei506). 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 Bern to Baden-Baden trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 960 · ICE 200 | On time 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h34 | 10:38 AM Baden-Baden station | 1 transfer | |
IC 960+ ICE 200 | On time 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h34 | 10:38 AM Baden-Baden station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372 · 4718 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3h23 | 12:27 PM Baden-Baden station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 372+ RE2 | On time 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3h23 | 12:27 PM Baden-Baden station | 1 transfer | |
IC 964+ ICE 108 | On time 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h34 | 12:38 PM Baden-Baden station | 1 transfer | |
IC 964 · ICE 108 | On time 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h34 | 12:38 PM Baden-Baden station | 1 transfer | |
IC 966 · ICE 370 · 17016 | 11:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h58 | 2:02 PM Baden-Baden station | 2 transfers | |
IC 966+ ICE 370+ RE7 | 11:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h58 | 2:02 PM Baden-Baden station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 106 | On time 12:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h34 | 2:38 PM Baden-Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 106 | On time 12:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h34 | 2:38 PM Baden-Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bern to Baden-Baden run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei223 but you can travel from only lei117 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 130 miles (210 km) distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 130 miles (210 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price lei223 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Discover the best of Baden-Baden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Baden-Baden trip today.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with changing international exhibitions in a striking neoclassical building on Lichtentaler Allee.
Municipal museum in a grand villa, presenting art, design, and cultural history through rotating exhibitions near the city’s museum quarter.
Museum on Roman bathing culture and archaeology, preserving extensive ancient ruins that explain Baden-Baden’s origins as a spa town.
Elegant riverside park and promenade lined with trees, bridges, villas, and museums. It is Baden-Baden’s signature walking route.
Historic old town quarter with lanes, shops, churches, and squares. Ideal for strolling among Baden-Baden’s classic architecture and atmosphere.
Popular hilltop viewpoint reached by paths and roads, offering wide panoramas over Baden-Baden and the surrounding Black Forest foothills.
Thin egg noodles from Swabian-Baden cooking, often served with cheese or gravy. A comforting regional staple found across Baden-Württemberg.
A hearty Black Forest-style cake from the region, layered with chocolate sponge, cherries, cream, and kirsch. It is Baden’s most famous dessert.
A classic Baden white wine made from Riesling grapes. The sunny slopes around Baden produce elegant, fresh wines central to local food culture.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining at Brenners Park-Hotel, known for refined French cuisine, polished service, and a formal luxury atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant and wine tavern with Baden and Alsatian influence. Popular for tarte flambée, regional wines, and a warm, lively atmosphere.
Traditional Baden restaurant serving regional classics in a cozy historic setting. A reliable choice for local dishes and relaxed service.
Baden-Baden is pricier than many German cities, with higher hotel and spa costs; dining is moderate to high, while local transit is reasonable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common. Tip taxi drivers by rounding up. In cafes, round up for table service.
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Baden-Baden station -> Leopoldsplatz, Baden-Baden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Baden-Baden 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 Baden-Baden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bern to Baden-Baden trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Baden-Baden station pair. Use this guide to compare Bern and Baden-Baden 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.
Baden-Baden is 4 km from Baden-Baden city centre. Public transport options include:
Baden-Baden has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Looping, Bäckerei Armbruster, Coffee Fellows, Imbiss-Stich
Wi-Fi is available at Baden-Baden. ATMs are available at Baden-Baden.
Ticket office support is available at Baden-Baden. Information desks are available at Baden-Baden.
Luggage storage is available at Baden-Baden. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Baden-Baden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Baden-Baden: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Baden-Baden.
Nearby hotels include Neuer Karlshof.
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