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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
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zug to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zug to Bern will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Zug for Bern on Sun, Jul 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 26 the direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Sun, Jul 26 the slowest trains will take 1 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 Zug to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Bern take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 24m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (1h 24m by train vs 1h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $43 (€43) compared to roughly $20 (€20) 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.
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Trains from Zug to Bern run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€38) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€38) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:31 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Bern is costlier than many European capitals. Hotels, dining, and daily transit are pricey, though the compact center and included local transport at some hotels can help.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares and small cafe bills.
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Bern Hauptbahnhof -> Bärenplatz, Bern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zug 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 Zug to Bern trains use the Zug to Bern Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Bern Wankdorf. Use this guide to compare Zug and Bern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zug has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Schiff, Restaurant Theater Casino Zug
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zug. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zug. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zug: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zug: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zug: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Zug, City-Hotel Ochsen, Hotel Löwen am See.
Zug Fridbach is 1 km from Zug city centre. Public transport options include:
Zug Fridbach has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Zug Fridbach.
Available at Zug Fridbach: Parking, WC.
Available at Zug Fridbach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zug Fridbach.
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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