- Must visit
Zentrum Paul Klee
Major museum dedicated to Paul Klee, with important collections, changing exhibitions, and striking architecture by Renzo Piano.
Cheapest price
$94
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Santa Lucia to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Santa Lucia to Bern will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
Of the 2 trains that leave Venice Santa Lucia for Bern on Fri, Jul 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 411 km distance in an average of 7 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 7 h 15 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 Venice Santa Lucia to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $100.
Distance: 255 miles (411 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$127 Average price | $370 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $207 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 35m Average total duration 14h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice Santa Lucia to Bern:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Santa Lucia to Bern costing on average $127 (€104).
A bus is $284 (€233) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice Santa Lucia to Bern costing on average $370 (€303).
Other travel options to Bern take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 11m.
Bus takes on average 14h 5m.
The journey is about 38m faster (6h 11m by train vs 6h 49m by car) and roughly $80 (€65) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($127 (€104) vs $207 (€170)). 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 Santa Lucia to Bern trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h15 | 7:25 PM Bern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h15 | 8:25 PM Bern | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Bern run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:10, the last at 13:10. The fastest train covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 255 miles (411 km) |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 15m |
First train 10:10 AM |
Last train 1:10 PM |
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Major museum dedicated to Paul Klee, with important collections, changing exhibitions, and striking architecture by Renzo Piano.
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UNESCO-listed medieval center with arcades, fountains, sandstone streets, and many of the city’s top sights.
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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.
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An established hillside restaurant with panoramic views over Bern, offering refined Swiss and seasonal cuisine.
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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 Santa Lucia 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 Santa Lucia to Bern trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Bern Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice Santa Lucia and Bern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
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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