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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Siena
Cheapest price
$142
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
12 h 4 m
Average duration
12 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Siena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Siena will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $142.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bern for Siena on Tue, May 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 505 km distance in an average of 12 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 4 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 12 h 4 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.
6:34 AM12h04Bern6:38 PMSiena$1421One-way0 transfers
- 6:34 AM12h04Bern6:38 PMSiena$1421One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bern to Siena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Siena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $64. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, and a train costs an average of $142.
Distance: 313 miles (505 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 6m Average total duration Fastest 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 13m Average total duration 15h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Siena:
A bus is $76 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Siena costing on average $158 (€126).
Other travel options to Siena take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 43m.
You'll arrive about 1h 24m sooner (6h 36m by train vs 8h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $158 (€126) compared to roughly $155 (€124) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Bern to Siena by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Siena
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Trains from Bern to Siena run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $142 (€114) but you can travel from only $64 (€51) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 13:34. The fastest train covers the 313 miles (505 km) distance in 8h 3m.
Distance 313 miles (505 km) |
Average train duration 6h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $142 (€114) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 3m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 1:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia from Bern to Siena trainsTrenitalia trains will get you between Bern and Siena from $64 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bern to Siena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Siena 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 Siena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bern to Siena
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Ristorante Il Vinaio
- Osteria Le Logge
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Italia
- NH Siena
- Hotel Minerva
- Located near the main entrance
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a single-level layout with platforms accessible from the main hall.
- Bus: Several local and regional lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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