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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Geneva

Showing times and prices for Jul 15

Cheapest price

$55

Average price

$65

Fastest journey

2 h 2 m

Average duration

2 h 7 m

Trains per day

Distance

130 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bern to Geneva will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Bern to Geneva without transferring at least 2 times.

EV EV1 39086 | 39086 · IC 1 10712 | 10712

10:07AM2h18

Bern

12:25PMGeneva station

$551One-way

1 transfer

EV EV1 39092 | 39092 · IR 15 10516 | 10516

10:37AM2h28

Bern

01:05PMGeneva station

$551One-way

1 transfer

EV EV1 39066 | 39066 · IR 15 10512 | 10512

08:37AM2h28

Bern

11:05AMGeneva station

$561One-way

1 transfer

EV EV1 39060 | 39060 · IC 1 10708 | 10708

08:07AM2h22

Bern

10:29AMGeneva station

$571One-way

1 transfer

EV EV1 39072 | 39072 · IC 1 10710 | 10710

09:07AM2h18

Bern

11:25AMGeneva station

$581One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Bern to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €33, and a bus costs an average of €67.

Distance: 80 miles (129 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€53 Average price Cheapest	€76 Average price
2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bern to Geneva train times

Showing trains for today, Monday, July 14

Last updated at 5:28 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
EV EV1 39060 \| 39060 · IC 1 10708 \| 10708	6:07 AM Bern	2h22	8:29 AM Geneva station	1 transfer
IR 65 3329 \| 3329 · IC 5 1510 \| 1510 · IC 1 10708 \| 10708	6:12 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof	2h17	8:29 AM Geneva station	2 transfers
EV EV1 39066 \| 39066 · IR 15 10512 \| 10512	6:37 AM Bern	2h28	9:05 AM Geneva station	1 transfer
IR 66 3214 \| 3214 · IC 5 512 \| 512 · IR 90 1812 \| 1812	6:48 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof	2h07	8:55 AM Geneva station	2 transfers
EV EV1 39072 \| 39072 · IC 1 10710 \| 10710	7:07 AM Bern	2h18	9:25 AM Geneva station	1 transfer
IR 65 3333 \| 3333 · IC 5 1512 \| 1512 · IC 1 10710 \| 10710	7:12 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof	2h13	9:25 AM Geneva station	2 transfers
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bern to Geneva?

The best time to book your train from Bern to Geneva is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bern to Geneva route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bern to Geneva per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bern to Geneva.

Trains

from $40

Buses

from $14

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bern to Geneva

Switzerland

Trains from Bern to Geneva run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

80 miles (129 km)

Average train duration

1h 51m

Cheapest ticket price

$41 (€33)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 51m

First train

00:03

Last train

23:58

Price information

Train providers: SBB from Bern to Geneva trains

You can travel by train between Bern and Geneva with SBB for as low as $36 (€29). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

SBB is Switzerland's main train company and for your next journey SBB offers these ticket types: Round-trip Standard Ticket or First Class.

Bern to Geneva train information with SBB:

Average Duration: 1 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: $36

FAQs: Trains from Bern to Geneva

FAQs: Travel by train from Bern to Geneva easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bern to Geneva.

Cheap train tickets from Bern to Geneva can start from as little as $36 (€29) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bern to Geneva is $53 (€42); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Bern to Geneva is 1 h 44 min to travel the 80 mile (129 km) long trip, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bern to Geneva leaves at 12: 08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bern to Geneva leaves at 11: 55 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Bern to Geneva without having to change trains with SBB. There are 6 direct trains from Bern to Geneva each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Bern to Geneva train with SBB. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from Bern to Geneva as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 55 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bern Hauptbahnhof, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Geneva, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Geneva from Bern is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 44 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Bern to Geneva by train is May.

You have options as you can travel between Bern and Geneva 2 different ways: bus or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bern to Geneva

Bern

Geneva

The major train station for departures in Bern is Bern Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bern Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Bern to Geneva.

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