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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
€32
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Bern will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 9 trains that leave Freiburg im Breisgau for Bern on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 120 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.
ICE 101
ICE 273 · IC 963
ICE 275 · IC 965
ECE 151 · IC 671 · IR 2364
ECE 151 · IC 619
ICE 101
ICE 101
ICE 273 · IC 963
ICE 275 · IC 965
ICE 275+
IC 965Trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Bern run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 74 miles (120 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
The table below shows live departures for Freiburg im Breisgau to Bern trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60408 · IC 611 | Delayed 4:19 AM 6:19 AMFreiburg Hbf | 2h07 | 8:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IC 60408 · IC 611 | Delayed 4:19 AM 6:19 AMFreiburg Hbf | 2h07 | 8:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IC 60471 · IC 613 | Delayed 5:23 AM 7:23 AMFreiburg Hbf | 2h03 | 9:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IC 60471 · IC 613 | Delayed 5:23 AM 7:23 AMFreiburg Hbf | 2h03 | 9:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 273 · IC 963 | Delayed 6:04 AM 8:02 AMFreiburg Hbf | 1h54 | 9:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 273+ IC 963 | Delayed 6:04 AM 8:02 AMFreiburg Hbf | 1h54 | 9:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
ICE 275 · IC 965 | On time 9:04 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h52 | 10:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 275+ IC 965 | On time 9:04 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h52 | 10:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
17007+ S6+ IC 617 | 9:18 AM Freiburg Hbf | 2h08 | 11:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 101 | On time 10:06 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h50 | 11:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 101 | On time 10:06 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1h50 | 11:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 151 · IC 671 · IR 2364 | On time 10:15 AM Freiburg Hbf | 2h06 | 12:21 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ECE 151 · IC 619 | On time 10:15 AM Freiburg Hbf | 2h11 | 12:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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World-class museum and research center devoted to Paul Klee, with major exhibitions in a striking Renzo Piano building.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Bern trains use the Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf to Bern Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Freiburg im Breisgau and Bern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Freiburg(Breisgau) 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: Cafe Einstein, Pizzaria Picasso, Babeuf, Café Hermann
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. ATMs are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Information desks are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Oberkirch.
Freiburg im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB.
Freiburg Messe/Universität is 2 km from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre. Public transport options include:
Freiburg Messe/Universität 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: Wolfsbau, Eis Sensazioni, XXL Kumpir, Reiß-Beck
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg Messe/Universität. ATMs are available at Freiburg Messe/Universität.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg Messe/Universität. Information desks are available at Freiburg Messe/Universität.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg Messe/Universität. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg Messe/Universität: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg Messe/Universität: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg Messe/Universität.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadt Freiburg.
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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