The cheapest and fastest trains from Friedrichshafen to Bern
Cheapest price
$136
Average price
$136
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Friedrichshafen to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Friedrichshafen to Bern will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
It's difficult to get from Friedrichshafen to Bern without transferring at least 2 times.
8:45 AM3h13Friedrichshafen11:58 AMBern$1361One-way2 transfers
12:45 PM3h13Friedrichshafen3:58 PMBern$1361One-way2 transfers
2:45 PM3h13Friedrichshafen5:58 PMBern$1361One-way2 transfers
4:45 PM3h13Friedrichshafen7:58 PMBern$1361One-way2 transfers
6:45 PM3h13Friedrichshafen9:58 PMBern$1361One-way2 transfers
8:45 AM3h13Friedrichshafen11:58 AMBern$1361One-way2 transfers
12:45 PM3h13Friedrichshafen3:58 PMBern$1361One-way2 transfers
2:45 PM3h13Friedrichshafen5:58 PMBern$1361One-way2 transfers
4:45 PM3h13Friedrichshafen7:58 PMBern$1361One-way2 transfers
6:45 PM3h13Friedrichshafen9:58 PMBern$1361One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Friedrichshafen to Bern
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Friedrichshafen to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$71 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Friedrichshafen to Bern:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedrichshafen to Bern costing on average $71 (€59).
Other travel options to Bern take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 5m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (3h 5m by train vs 3h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $71 (€59) compared to roughly $51 (€42) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why should you book Friedrichshafen to Bern trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) to find the best option for your trip from Friedrichshafen to Bern.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Friedrichshafen to Bern.
Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Friedrichshafen to Bern.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Friedrichshafen to Bern
Trains from Friedrichshafen to Bern run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€35) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 20:02. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€35) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 8:02 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) from Friedrichshafen to Bern trainsDeutsche Bahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) trains will get you between Friedrichshafen and Bern from $34 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
FAQs: Trains from Friedrichshafen to Bern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Friedrichshafen 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Friedrichshafen to Bern
Most Friedrichshafen to Bern trains use the Friedrichshafen Stadt to Bern Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Bern Wankdorf. Use this guide to compare Friedrichshafen and Bern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Friedrichshafen station do trains to Bern leave from?
Getting to Friedrichshafen Stadt from Friedrichshafen city centre
Friedrichshafen Stadt train station facilities and services
Friedrichshafen Stadt 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 and drink
Food options include: Kochlöffel, Ailinger Hof, Cafe Vinebar Al Porto, Felders
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Friedrichshafen Stadt. ATMs are available at Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Friedrichshafen Stadt. Information desks are available at Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Friedrichshafen Stadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Friedrichshafen Stadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Friedrichshafen Stadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Stadthotel Kleiner Berg, Select Hotel Goldenes Rad Friedrichshafen, Schwanen, Villa Von Soden.
Getting to Friedrichshafen Flughafen from Friedrichshafen city centre
Friedrichshafen Flughafen is 3 km from Friedrichshafen city centre. Public transport options include:
Friedrichshafen Flughafen train station facilities and services
Friedrichshafen Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Do-X, Imbiss auf Besucherterrasse, LSC Restaurant, Volare
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen. ATMs are available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen. Information desks are available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen.
Which Bern station do trains from Friedrichshafen arrive at?
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.
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