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Museum of Art and History Fribourg
Fribourg’s main art and history museum, combining fine arts, archaeology, and regional heritage in a landmark institution.
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Fribourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Fribourg will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bern for Fribourg on Wed, Aug 05, 3 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 28 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 33 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Fribourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 17 miles (28 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€13 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Fribourg:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Fribourg costing on average €13.
Other travel options to Fribourg take longer:
Bus takes on average 27m.
The journey is about 20m faster (24m by train vs 44m by car) and roughly €37 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€13 vs €50). 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.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG.
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 Fribourg trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 2 3812 | 3812 | 9:09 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h23 | 9:32 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15130 | 15130 | 9:15 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 9:48 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 710 | 710 | 9:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 9:56 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15132 | 15132 | 9:45 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 10:18 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 10:26 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 2 3814 | 3814 | 10:09 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h23 | 10:32 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15134 | 15134 | 10:15 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 10:48 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 712 | 712 | 10:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 10:56 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15136 | 15136 | 10:45 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 11:18 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 11:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 11:26 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 2 3816 | 3816 | 11:09 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h23 | 11:32 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15138 | 15138 | 11:15 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 11:48 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 714 | 714 | 11:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 11:56 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15140 | 15140 | 11:45 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 12:18 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2518 | 2518 | 12:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 12:26 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 2 3818 | 3818 | 12:09 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h23 | 12:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15142 | 15142 | 12:15 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 12:48 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 716 | 716 | 12:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 12:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15144 | 15144 | 12:45 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 1:18 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2520 | 2520 | 1:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 1:26 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 2 3820 | 3820 | 1:09 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h23 | 1:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15146 | 15146 | 1:15 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 1:48 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 718 | 718 | 1:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 1:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15148 | 15148 | 1:45 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 2:18 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 2:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 2:26 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 2 3822 | 3822 | 2:09 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h23 | 2:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15150 | 15150 | 2:15 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 2:48 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 720 | 720 | 2:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 2:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15152 | 15152 | 2:45 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 3:18 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 6:45 AM Bern | 0h33 | 7:18 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:04 AM Bern | 0h22 | 7:26 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bern to Fribourg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 17 miles (28 km) distance in 22m.
Distance 17 miles (28 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Fribourg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fribourg trip today.
Fribourg’s main art and history museum, combining fine arts, archaeology, and regional heritage in a landmark institution.
Contemporary art space known for thoughtful exhibitions by Swiss and international artists in a converted industrial setting.
Internationally respected museum devoted to sewing machines and domestic objects, revealing industrial design and social history.
Fribourg’s most atmospheric quarter, filled with medieval lanes, river views, bridges, and some of the city’s best walks.
Popular riverside promenade through the Sarine valley, ideal for scenic walks below the cliffs and old fortifications.
Main civic square lined with historic buildings, a classic meeting point and gateway to several old-town landmarks.
A rich fondue made with Vacherin Fribourgeois cheese. It is a signature dish of Fribourg and a proud expression of the canton’s dairy tradition.
An air-dried beef sausage from the Fribourg region, often served cold with bread and pickles. It is a staple of local charcuterie culture.
A firm alpine cheese from Fribourg with nutty, fruity notes. It is central to local cooking and one of Switzerland’s most respected traditional cheeses.
Refined dining in a grand historic setting. Known for polished seasonal cuisine and one of Fribourg’s most established upscale experiences.
Historic café and restaurant in the old town, known for Swiss classics, desserts, and a relaxed traditional atmosphere.
Traditional Swiss restaurant closely associated with fondue moitié-moitié and regional specialties in a warm, classic setting.
Fribourg is costly for most visitors. Hotels, restaurant meals, and Swiss rail or bus fares are higher than in much of Europe, though student spots can be a bit cheaper.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving CHF 1-5 is appreciated in restaurants and cafes; taxi fares are often rounded up, not tipped heavily.
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Fribourg railway station -> Place Georges-Python, Fribourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Fribourg 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 Fribourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bern to Fribourg trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Fribourg station pair, with some services arriving at Fribourg, Gare routiere. Use this guide to compare Bern and Fribourg 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, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bern, Bahnhof.
ATMs are available at Bern, Bahnhof.
Available at Bern, Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bern, Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern, Bahnhof.
Bern Wankdorf is 2 km from Bern city centre. Public transport options include:
Bern Wankdorf 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 options include: Restaurant Wankdorf, Pizzeria Da Vinci
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bern Wankdorf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bern Wankdorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bern Wankdorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bern Wankdorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Wankdorf: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf, Novotel Bern Expo, Ibis Bern Expo.
Fribourg 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 options include: Restaurant Le Pérolles, Café du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Fribourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fribourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fribourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fribourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fribourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alpha, Hotel de la Rose, NH Fribourg Hotel.
Fribourg, Gare routiere has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fribourg, Gare routiere.
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