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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.
Cheapest price
$149
Average price
$203
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
461 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bern will cost around $203 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $149.
It's difficult to get from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bern without transferring at least once.
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460+
EuroCity 62
EuroCity 64+
Intercity 580
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+
EuroCity 62
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+
EuroCity 64
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
EuroCity 66
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+
EuroCity 62
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
EuroCity 66
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+
EuroCity 64
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460+
EuroCity 62
EuroCity 64+
Intercity 580Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 286 miles (461 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$148 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $301 Average price | $230 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 27m Average total duration Fastest 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 30m Average total duration 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 47m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bern:
A bus is $61 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bern costing on average $148 (€120).
A bus is $214 (€174) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bern costing on average $301 (€244).
Other travel options to Bern take longer:
Flight takes on average 9h 47m.
Bus takes on average 13h 0m.
The journey is about 4m faster (6h 57m by train vs 7h 1m by car) and roughly $82 (€66) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($148 (€120) vs $230 (€186)). 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bern trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460+ EuroCity 62 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h53 | 2:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ EuroCity 62 | 7:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h30 | 2:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 580+ EuroCity 64 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h09 | 6:30 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ EuroCity 64 | 11:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h35 | 6:30 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ EuroCity 66 | 2:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h30 | 9:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bern run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€83) but you can travel from only $56 (€45) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 14:55. The fastest train covers the 286 miles (461 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 286 miles (461 km) |
Average train duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€83) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 30m |
First train 2:32 AM |
Last train 2:55 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bern 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 Bern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bern trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Bern Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Bern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
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.
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