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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Metz to Bern
Cheapest price
$327
Average price
$329
Fastest journey
9 h 2 m
Average duration
10 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Metz to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Metz to Bern will cost around $329 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $327.
It's difficult to get from Metz to Bern without transferring at least 2 times.
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IR 15 2537 | 25378:54 AM13h02Metz-Ville9:56 PMBern Hauptbahnhof$3271One-way2 transfers- 2656+9269+IR 15 2529 | 25298:54 AM9h02Metz-Ville5:56 PMBern Hauptbahnhof$3291One-way2 transfers
- 2656+9269+IC 1 729 | 7298:54 AM9h32Metz-Ville6:26 PMBern Hauptbahnhof$3321One-way2 transfers
- 2656+9269+IR 15 2529 | 25298:54 AM9h02Metz-Ville5:56 PMBern Hauptbahnhof$3291One-way2 transfers
- 2656+9269+IC 1 729 | 7298:54 AM9h32Metz-Ville6:26 PMBern Hauptbahnhof$3321One-way2 transfers
- 2656+9269+IR 15 2537 | 25378:54 AM13h02Metz-Ville9:56 PMBern Hauptbahnhof$3271One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Metz to Bern
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Metz to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $196.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$248 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $158 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 48m Average total duration Fastest 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Metz to Bern:
A bus is $188 (€150) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metz to Bern costing on average $248 (€198).
Other travel options to Bern take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 40m.
Tickets start at around $248 (€198) compared to roughly $158 (€126) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-90.02 (€-71.95). The journey takes 6h 18m versus 4h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Metz to Bern train times
The table below shows live departures for Metz to Bern trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 10:34 AM Metz | 4h52 | 3:26 PM Bern | 2 transfers | |
| 2:42 PM Metz | 4h14 | 6:56 PM Bern | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, May 13 | |||||
| 5:46 AM Metz | 3h40 | 9:26 AM Bern | 2 transfers | |
| 6:42 AM Metz | 4h14 | 10:56 AM Bern | 2 transfers | |
| 8:42 AM Metz | 4h14 | 12:56 PM Bern | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Metz to Bern
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Switzerland
Trains from Metz to Bern run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $196 (€157) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 6h 18m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $196 (€157) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 8:02 AM |
Last train 9:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Metz to Bern trainsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Metz and Bern from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Metz to Bern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Metz 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 Metz to Bern
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00
- Sat: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 12:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Terroirs de Lorraine Michel Roth
- Starbucks
- Bonne Journée
- Accessible restrooms, elevators, escalators, and wheelchair access, as well as facilities for those with visual/auditory impairment. There are call buttons for assistance when staff are not available.
- ATC
- Ibis Metz Centre Gare
- Hotel Bristol Metz Centre Gare
- Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00
- Sat: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 12:00 - 19:00
- Located opposite the main entrance, next to the lost and found counter.
- Bus lines: 1/21/31, 2, 3, 5/25, 8, 9, 11/44, 13, 17, U, Noctambus 51, Noctambus 52
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER L1, TER L2, TER A14, TER L15, TER L27, TER L28, TER L30
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
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