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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 on Aug 29
CHF62
Average ticket price on Aug 29
CHF64
Fastest journey on Aug 29
2 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
3 h 3 m
Trains on Aug 29
2
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 CHF64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF62.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 2 trains from Friedrichshafen to Bern, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.




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 an average ticket price of CHF51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF51, while a train costs an average of CHF69.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF69 Average price | CHF51 Average price Cheapest | CHF42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m 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 CHF18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedrichshafen to Bern costing on average CHF69.
Other travel options to Bern take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (2h 46m by train vs 3h 9m by car). Tickets start at around CHF69 compared to roughly CHF42 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.
The table below shows live departures for Friedrichshafen to Bern trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:45 PM Friedrichshafen | 3h13 | 3:58 PM Bern | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:45 PM Friedrichshafen | 3h13 | 5:58 PM Bern | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:45 PM Friedrichshafen | 3h13 | 7:58 PM Bern | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:45 PM Friedrichshafen | 3h13 | 9:58 PM Bern | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
![]() | 5:47 AM Friedrichshafen | 2h37 | 8:24 AM Bern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Friedrichshafen | 3h28 | 10:28 AM Bern | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Friedrichshafen to Bern run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 20:02. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF29 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 8:02 PM |
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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.

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.
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 options include: Kochlöffel, Ailinger Hof, Cafe Vinebar Al Porto, Felders
Wi-Fi is available at Friedrichshafen Stadt. ATMs are available at Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Ticket office support is available at Friedrichshafen Stadt. Information desks are available at Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Luggage storage is available at Friedrichshafen Stadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Friedrichshafen Stadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Friedrichshafen Stadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Nearby hotels include Stadthotel Kleiner Berg, Select Hotel Goldenes Rad Friedrichshafen, Schwanen, Villa Von Soden.
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.
Bern Wankdorf is 2 km from Bern city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Wankdorf, Pizzeria Da Vinci
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bern Wankdorf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bern Wankdorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bern Wankdorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bern Wankdorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Wankdorf: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf, Novotel Bern Expo, Ibis Bern Expo.
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