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Zentrum Paul Klee
Major museum dedicated to Paul Klee, with important collections, changing exhibitions, and striking architecture by Renzo Piano.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Mestre to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $64. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, and a flight costs an average of $116.
Distance: 249 miles (402 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$146 Average price | $89 Average price Cheapest | $191 Average price | $205 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 12m Average total duration 11h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice Mestre to Bern:
A bus is $57 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Mestre to Bern costing on average $146 (€120).
A bus is $102 (€84) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice Mestre to Bern costing on average $191 (€157).
Other travel options to Bern take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 17m.
Bus takes on average 11h 42m.
The journey is about 8m faster (5h 54m by train vs 6h 2m by car) and roughly $58 (€48) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($146 (€120) vs $205 (€168)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Venice Mestre to Bern trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:23 AM Venice Mestre | 8h02 | 4:25 PM Bern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:23 PM Venice Mestre | 7h02 | 7:25 PM Bern | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Venice Mestre to Bern run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) but you can travel from only $64 (€53) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (402 km) distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 249 miles (402 km) |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 25m |
First train 4:23 AM |
Last train 2:00 PM |
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Major museum dedicated to Paul Klee, with important collections, changing exhibitions, and striking architecture by Renzo Piano.
One of Switzerland’s leading history museums, covering Bernese and world cultures in a castle-like building.
Prestigious fine arts museum with works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art, including Swiss and international masters.
UNESCO-listed medieval center with arcades, fountains, sandstone streets, and many of the city’s top sights.
Main square in front of the Federal Palace, known for its fountains, events, and classic civic atmosphere.
Hilltop rose garden and viewpoint with one of the best panoramas over Bern’s Old City and the Aare.
A classic Bernese platter of smoked pork, sausages, beef, sauerkraut, green beans, and potatoes, traditionally served for festive meals and strongly associated with the canton of Bern.
Bern's famous onion tart, especially linked to the annual Zibelemärit onion market. It is a savory baked tart with onions, cream, and eggs.
Crisp pan-fried grated potatoes that are one of Switzerland's best-known dishes and deeply rooted in Bernese cuisine, often served as a side or main dish.
An established hillside restaurant with panoramic views over Bern, offering refined Swiss and seasonal cuisine.
A grand, historic vaulted restaurant known for Swiss classics and an impressive atmosphere in the city center.
A popular brewery restaurant by the Bear Park, known for house beers, hearty Swiss dishes, and terrace views.
Prices are high by European standards, especially for hotels and restaurant meals. Groceries and takeaways help reduce daily costs.
Service is usually included. Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated but not expected. Round up taxis too.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Mestre 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 Venice Mestre to Bern trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Bern Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice Mestre and Bern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
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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