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Zentrum Paul Klee
World-class museum and research center devoted to Paul Klee, with major exhibitions in a striking Renzo Piano building.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Bern will cost around €153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 20 trains from Düsseldorf to Bern, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct trains cover the 478 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest trains will take 5 h 34 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.
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Bern run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €29 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 297 miles (478 km) distance in 4h 49m.
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The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Bern trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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26846 · ICE 827 · ICE 78 · ICE 273 | 2:43 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h13 | 9:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 4 transfers | |
ICE 921 · 4251 · ICE 511 · ICE 275 | 2:49 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h07 | 10:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 4 transfers | |
ICE 523 · ICE 511 · ICE 275 · IC 965 | On time 4:56 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h00 | 10:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 101 · IC 10101 | On time 6:12 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h44 | 11:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 101 | On time 6:12 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h14 | 12:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 101 · IC 2348 · ICE 103 · IC 10971 | On time 6:12 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h44 | 1:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 525 · ICE 23 · ICE 277 · IC 969 | On time 6:21 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h35 | 12:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 25 · 4611 · ICE 279 · IC 10279 | On time 7:25 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h31 | 2:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 103 · IC 10971 | On time 8:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h34 | 1:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 915 · ICE 279 · IC 10279 | On time 9:04 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h52 | 2:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IC 10279 | On time 9:25 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h31 | 2:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 2013 · ICE 371 · IC 977 | On time 10:13 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h43 | 4:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 105 · IC 10975 | On time 10:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h34 | 3:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 105 · IC 10975 | On time 10:24 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h32 | 3:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
28515 · IC 2044 · ICE 109 · IC 10983 | 11:59 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h57 | 7:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 107 | On time 12:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h34 | 5:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 919 · S3 · ICE 373 · IC 981 | On time 1:03 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h53 | 6:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 229 · 4524 · ICE 375 · IC 10375 | On time 1:25 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h31 | 8:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
28519 · IC 2046 · ICE 201 · IC 987 | 1:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h58 | 9:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 109 · IC 10983 | On time 2:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h34 | 7:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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World-class museum and research center devoted to Paul Klee, with major exhibitions in a striking Renzo Piano building.
Leading fine arts museum with works from the Middle Ages to modern art, including notable Swiss and international holdings.
Swiss national museum branch presenting Alpine history, communication, migration, and rich cultural heritage collections.
UNESCO-listed medieval old town with arcades, fountains, shops, and major sights, ideal for Bern's classic walking route.
Tree-lined riverside park on a peninsula bend, famous for postcard views of the Old City and a relaxing local atmosphere.
Elegant main street of the Old City, lined with arcades, historic façades, fountains, and key landmarks including Zytglogge.
Rösti is a crisp fried potato cake from the Bern region, once a farmer's breakfast and now a Swiss classic often served as a side or main dish.
Berner Platte is a festive Bernese platter of cured and smoked meats, sausages, potatoes, sauerkraut, and beans, traditionally shared in colder months.
Berner Zungenwurst is a Bernese tongue sausage, gently smoked and seasoned, usually served hot with potatoes or vegetables in traditional inns.
Michelin-starred restaurant focused on modern seasonal cuisine, offering a sophisticated fine-dining experience by the Aare.
Refined Swiss fine dining in an elegant old-town venue, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Historic cellar restaurant serving classic Bernese and Swiss dishes in a vaulted old-town setting with a warm traditional atmosphere.
Bern is costlier than many European capitals. Hotels, dining, and daily transit are pricey, though the compact center and included local transport at some hotels can help.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares and small cafe bills.
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Most Düsseldorf to Bern trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Bern Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Bern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
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.
Check train stations information for Düsseldorf and Bern, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.