- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Cheapest price
$188
Average price
$225
Fastest journey
8 h 21 m
Average duration
9 h 37 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
689 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Rome will cost around $225 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $188.
It's difficult to get from Bern to Rome without transferring at least once.
EuroCity 61+
Intercity 597
EuroCity 65+
Regionale Veloce 2034+
InterCityNotte 797
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 9559
EuroCity 61+
FRECCIAROSSA 9535
EuroCity 61+
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415
EuroCity 61+
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433
EuroCity 61+
FRECCIAROSSA 9535
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 9559
EuroCity 61+
Intercity 597Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $36.
Distance: 428 miles (689 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$174 Average price | $106 Average price Cheapest | $556 Average price | $323 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 32m Average total duration 17h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Rome:
A bus is $68 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Rome costing on average $174 (€140).
A bus is $450 (€362) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Rome costing on average $556 (€447).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 20m.
Bus takes on average 17h 2m.
The journey is about 36m faster (9h 20m by train vs 9h 56m by car) and roughly $149 (€120) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($174 (€140) vs $323 (€260)). 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 Rome trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 61+ Intercity 597 | 7:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 13h33 | 9:07 PM Rome Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 61+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 7:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h51 | 4:25 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 61+ FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 7:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h21 | 3:55 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 65+ FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 1:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h26 | 10:00 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 65+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 1:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h56 | 10:30 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 65+ Regionale Veloce 2034+ InterCityNotte 797 | 1:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 16h28 | 6:02 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bern to Rome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 428 miles (689 km) distance in 6h 21m.
Distance 428 miles (689 km) |
Average train duration 9h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 21m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 6:34 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
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World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Outstanding ancient sculpture and mosaic museum housed in the Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo.
Celebrated villa museum with Bernini sculptures, Caravaggio paintings, and refined garden setting.
Elegant Baroque square with Bernini's fountains, lively atmosphere, and superb people-watching.
Historic square and gathering place at the Spanish Steps, ideal for classic city views and strolls.
Charming cobbled neighborhood filled with ivy-clad lanes, churches, nightlife, and local character.
Classic Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. A city icon known for rich flavor without cream.
Roman pasta with guanciale, tomato, and Pecorino Romano. A traditional Lazio staple tied to shepherd cooking and bold savory flavor.
Pasta with guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. Considered one of Rome's oldest pasta dishes and prized for its simplicity.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Niko Romito at Bulgari Hotel Roma, offering refined Italian tasting menus in an elegant setting.
Historic trattoria in Testaccio known for classic Roman pasta and quinto quarto dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Popular casual spot famed for Roman-style pizzas and fried starters. Bustling atmosphere and a long-standing local reputation.
Moderate for Europe: stays in central Rome are pricey, but transit is cheap and meals range from affordable pizza to costly tourist-area dining.
Service may be included via coperto or servizio. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good; round up in taxis; small change is fine at cafés.
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Roma Termini -> Piazza Di Spagna, Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bern to Rome trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Roma Termini station pair, with some services arriving at Roma Tiburtina. Use this guide to compare Bern and Rome 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.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
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