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The cheapest and fastest trains from Jena to Bern

Showing times and prices for Jan 13

Cheapest price

$147

Average price

$166

Fastest journey

7 h 16 m

Average duration

7 h 18 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

536 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jena to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Jena to Bern will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $147.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Jena to Bern without transferring at least 3 times.

Deutsche Bahn Regional
05:38AM7h18
Jena
12:56PMBern
$1471One-way
3 transfers
Deutsche Bahn Regional
11:38AM7h18
Jena
06:56PMBern
$1471One-way
3 transfers
Deutsche Bahn Regional
01:38PM7h18
Jena
08:56PMBern
$1471One-way
3 transfers
Deutsche Bahn Regional
07:10AM7h16
Jena
02:26PMBern
$1931One-way
3 transfers
Deutsche Bahn Regional
07:38AM7h18
Jena
02:56PMBern
$1931One-way
3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Jena to Bern

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jena to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €85.

Distance: 333 miles (536 km)

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Train
Bus

€89

Average price

€51

Average price

Cheapest

7h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

18h 49m

Average total duration

18h 19m

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30m

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Live departures

Jena to Bern train times

The table below shows live departures for Jena to Bern trains for today, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 9:39 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahn10:38 AM Jena
7h48
6:26 PM Bern3 transfers
Tuesday, January 13
deutsche_bahn5:38 AM Jena
7h18
12:56 PM Bern3 transfers
deutsche_bahn7:10 AM Jena
7h16
2:26 PM Bern3 transfers
deutsche_bahn7:38 AM Jena
7h18
2:56 PM Bern3 transfers
deutsche_bahn9:38 AM Jena
7h18
4:56 PM Bern3 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Jena to Bern

GermanyGermany
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
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Trains from Jena to Bern run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 (€85) but you can travel from only $50 (€40) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 333 miles (536 km) distance in 8h 48m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $50 (€40)
Distance
333 miles (536 km)
Average train duration
6h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
$105 (€85)
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
8h 48m
First train
00:06
Last train
21:04
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $50 (€40)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Jena to Bern trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Jena and Bern from $50 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 48m
Cheapest Price
$68 (€55)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Jena to Bern

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jena 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.

FAQs
In Bern, you can take a guided tour of the Federal Palace, explore the Bern Historical Museum and the Einstein Museum, and wander through the charming streets of the UNESCO-listed Old Town. Visit the Zentrum Paul Klee for art by Swiss painter Paul Klee, and enjoy a walk along the Aare River. Don't miss the Zytglogge, a medieval clock tower with an astronomical clock, and the Bundeshaus. You can also visit BearPark, admire the Gothic-style Bern Cathedral, and enjoy the views from Rosengarten.
For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Bern is ideal to explore its historic Old Town, visit the Bear Park, and enjoy the Rosengarten and local museums.
A day trip from Jena to Bern is not feasible, as the journey takes 8h 48m and the distance is 333 miles (536 km). Trains run 7 times per day.
The distance by train from Jena to Bern is 333 miles (536 km).
The train journey from Jena to Bern offers scenic views, including picturesque landscapes of the Thuringian Forest, charming German countryside, and the beautiful Swiss landscape as you approach Bern.
The first train from Jena to Bern leaves at 12:06 AM.
Train ticket prices from Jena to Bern can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $105 (€85), while the average price is around $111 (€89).
The last train from Jena to Bern leaves at 9:04 PM.
The cheapest way to get from Jena to Bern is by bus, with a cost of around $50 (€40).
There is no direct train service currently available from Jena to Bern.
The train from Jena to Bern takes 8h 48m and runs 7 per day.
The train station in Jena that goes to Bern is Jena West station, which connects to Bern Hauptbahnhof.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Jena to Bern.
Yes, you can take the train from Jena to Bern.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Jena to Bern

Jena
Bern
The major train station for departures in Jena is Jena West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Jena West for your trip from Jena to Bern.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Eiscafe RIVA
  • Portofino
  • Wein-Tanne
  • Subway
Hotel
Hotel
  • Ibis
  • Thüringer Hof
  • Hotel Vielharmonie
  • Hotel Rasenmühle
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
Dining
Dining
  • Eiscafe RIVA
  • Portofino
  • Wein-Tanne
  • Subway
Hotel
Hotel
  • Ibis
  • Thüringer Hof
  • Hotel Vielharmonie
  • Hotel Rasenmühle
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Dining
Dining
  • Gleis3viertel
  • Imbiss
  • Diener's
Hotel
Hotel
  • Haus Orchideental

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