How to travel from Basel to Bern

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Compare train for Basel to Bern

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €35, while a train costs an average of €35.

Distance: 42 miles (69 km)

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€35

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€62

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1h 4m

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1h 17m

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Compare ways to travel from Basel to Bern

Compare the available ways to get from Basel to Bern, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Bern is a train with an average price of €35.
The fastest way to travel from Basel to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 1h 34m.
Yes, you can take a train between Basel and Bern.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Basel to Bern among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 13m faster (1h 4m by train vs 1h 17m by car) and roughly €28 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€35 vs €62). 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.

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from Basel to Bern

How to get from Basel to Bern by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Basel to Bern is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Cheapest

  • SBBIC 61 633 | 633
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Fastest

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  • SBBIR 27 2461 | 2461 · IR 16 2160 | 2160
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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Basel to Bern, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Basel to Bern and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Basel to Bern

Travel to Bern easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Bern.

FAQs
You can travel between Basel and Bern by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Bern is a train with an average price of €35.
The fastest way to travel from Basel to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 1h 34m.
The distance from Basel to Bern is approximately 42 miles (69 km).
The average frequency per day from Basel to Bern is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Bern as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Basel to Bern:
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Bern Hauptbahnhof.
  • Buses mostly depart from Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg and arrive in Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Bern, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SBB, TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Bern by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Basel to Bern:
  • 4 direct trains per day with SBB.
Omio customers who travel from Basel to Bern often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Paris, Zurich, Interlaken, Geneva. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bern and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bern to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
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.

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