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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Zurich Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 12
$56
Average ticket price on Sep 12
$75
Fastest journey on Sep 12
1 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
1 h 9 m
Trains on Sep 12
30
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Zurich Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Zurich Airport will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 30 trains from Bern to Zurich Airport, including 14 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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 81 819 | 819 · IC 5 521 | 5211:02 PM1h09Bern Hauptbahnhof2:11 PMZurich Airport$561One-way1 transfer- IC 1 717 | 71712:31 PM1h18Bern Hauptbahnhof1:49 PMZurich Airport$561One-way0 transfers
- IC 81 819 | 8191:02 PM1h12Bern Hauptbahnhof2:14 PMZurich Airport$561One-way0 transfers
- IC 1 717 | 717 · IR 75 2121 | 212112:31 PM1h13Bern Hauptbahnhof1:44 PMZurich Airport$561One-way1 transfer
- IC 909 | 909 · IR 75 2127 | 21273:31 PM1h13Bern Hauptbahnhof4:44 PMZurich Airport$561One-way1 transfer
- IC 81 809 | 809 · IC 5 511 | 5118:02 AM1h09Bern Hauptbahnhof9:11 AMZurich Airport$821One-way1 transfer
- IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 5 513 | 5139:02 AM1h09Bern Hauptbahnhof10:11 AMZurich Airport$821One-way1 transfer
- IC 8 813 | 813 · IC 5 515 | 51510:02 AM1h09Bern Hauptbahnhof11:11 AMZurich Airport$821One-way1 transfer
- IC 81 819 | 819 · IC 5 521 | 5211:02 PM1h09Bern Hauptbahnhof2:11 PMZurich Airport$561One-way1 transfer
- IC 8 817 | 817 · IC 5 519 | 51912:02 PM1h09Bern Hauptbahnhof1:11 PMZurich Airport$571One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Bern to Zurich Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Zurich Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $67 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $67, while a train costs an average of $67.
Distance: 62 miles (101 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$67 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 14m faster (1h 12m by train vs 1h 26m by car) and roughly $16 (€13) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($67 (€54) vs $83 (€67)). 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).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bern to Zurich Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Zurich Airport trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 8 805 | 805 | 6:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h12 | 7:14 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1 705 | 705 | 6:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h18 | 7:49 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1 705 | 705 · IR 75 2109 | 2109 | 6:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h13 | 7:44 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 8 807 | 807 | 7:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h12 | 8:14 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 8 807 | 807 · IC 5 509 | 509 | 7:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h09 | 8:11 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 81 809 | 809 | 8:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h12 | 9:14 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 81 809 | 809 · IC 5 511 | 511 | 8:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h09 | 9:11 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 709 | 709 | 8:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h18 | 9:49 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1 709 | 709 · IR 75 2113 | 2113 | 8:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h13 | 9:44 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 9:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h09 | 10:11 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 81 811 | 811 | 9:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h12 | 10:14 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1 711 | 711 | 9:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h18 | 10:49 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1 711 | 711 · IR 75 2115 | 2115 | 9:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h13 | 10:44 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 8 813 | 813 · IC 5 515 | 515 | 10:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h09 | 11:11 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 8 813 | 813 | 10:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h12 | 11:14 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1 713 | 713 · IR 75 2117 | 2117 | 10:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h13 | 11:44 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 713 | 713 | 10:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h18 | 11:49 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Zurich Airport
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Trains from Bern to Zurich Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 07:31. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 62 miles (101 km) |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 7:31 AM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SBB from Bern to Zurich Airport trainsSBB trains will get you between Bern and Zurich Airport from $42 (€34). 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 Zurich Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bern to Zurich Airport
Most Bern to Zurich Airport trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Zürich HB station pair. Use this guide to compare Bern and Zurich Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bern Hauptbahnhof from Bern city centre
Bern Hauptbahnhof 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
Getting to Bern Wankdorf from Bern city centre
Bern Wankdorf is 2 km from Bern city centre. Public transport options include:
Bern Wankdorf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Wankdorf, Pizzeria Da Vinci
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Wankdorf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Wankdorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Wankdorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Wankdorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Wankdorf: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf, Novotel Bern Expo, Ibis Bern Expo.
Getting to Bern Europaplatz from Bern city centre
Bern Europaplatz is 3 km from Bern city centre. Public transport options include:
Bern Europaplatz train station facilities and services
Bern Europaplatz 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Rosengarten, Restaurant Marzilibrücke
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Europaplatz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Europaplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Europaplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Europaplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Europaplatz: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Bern Expo, Hotel Savoy Bern, Hotel National Bern.
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