Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Basel to Bern?

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.

Which travel companies can get me from Basel to Bern?

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, Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn to go to Bern by train. Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Bern by bus.

Can I find a direct route between Basel and Bern?

Yes, there are direct services available from Basel to Bern with the following travel companies: 4 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS). 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

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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.

IR 27 2469 | 2469 · IR 16 2168 | 2168
11:16 AM1h08
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12:24 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
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IR 27 2469 | 2469 · IR 16 2168 | 2168
11:16 AM1h08
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12:24 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
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IC 61 623 | 623
1:30 PM0h56
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2:26 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
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IC 61 607 | 607
5:24 AM1h02
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6:26 AMBern Hauptbahnhof
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IR 26 2335 | 2335 · IR 35 2378 | 2378
6:04 PM1h17
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7:21 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
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IR 27 2473 | 2473 · IR 16 2172 | 2172
1:16 PM1h08
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2:24 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
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1 transfer

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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 prices starting from kr204. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr204, and a train costs an average of kr204.

Distance: 42 miles (69 km)

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Most popular train company	Your own car or car rental
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The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Bern is a train with an average price of kr316.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Bern take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 8m.

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.

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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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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 kr316.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Bern take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 8m.

The distance from Basel to Bern is approximately 42 miles (69 km).

The average frequency per day from Basel to Bern is:

Around 10 trains per day.
Around 4 buses 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, Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn to go to Bern by train.
Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Bern by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Basel to Bern with the following travel companies:

4 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

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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