How to travel from Bern to Brussels

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bern to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €69 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €69, while a flight costs an average of €434.

Distance: 303 miles (489 km)

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Driving

€136

Average price

€69

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Cheapest

€434

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€180

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 27m

Average total duration

6h 57m

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30m

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10h 26m

Average total duration

9h 56m

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30m

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4h 37m

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Fastest

2h 37m

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2h 0m

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7h 35m

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CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.2kg

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1.5 - 2.9kg

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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KLM

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare ways to travel from Bern to Brussels

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

The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Brussels is a bus with an average price of €69.

This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Brussels:

A bus is €67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Brussels costing on average €136.

A bus is €365 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Brussels costing on average €434.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 27m.

Bus takes on average 10h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bern and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bern to Brussels among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 38m faster (6h 57m by train vs 7h 35m by car) and roughly €44 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€136 vs €180). 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 Bern to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnIC 841 · IC 696 · ICE 204 · ICE 316
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 841 · IC 696 · ICE 204 · ICE 316
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1942 · KL1703
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 14
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 10106 · ICE 106 · ICE 12
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 278 · ICE 10
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA759 · BA394
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA755 · BA392
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA755 · BA394
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bern to Brussels

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There are 3 options to travel between Bern and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Brussels is a bus with an average price of €69.

This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Brussels:

A bus is €67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Brussels costing on average €136.

A bus is €365 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Brussels costing on average €434.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 27m.

Bus takes on average 10h 26m.

The distance from Bern to Brussels is approximately 303 miles (489 km).
The average frequency per day from Bern to Brussels is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bern to Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bern Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld and arrive in Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bern to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, British Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Vueling, Air France, Brussels Airlines, easyJet to go to Brussels by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Brussels by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bern to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines, easyJet.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Bern to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Brussels to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Brussels, explore the vibrant Marolles district with its antique shops and street art, and enjoy a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire with its impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at the city's renowned chocolatiers, and experience the lively Saint-Géry district's trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Don't miss top sights like the opulent Grand Place, Atomium for panoramic views, the iconic Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum.
For a fulfilling experience in Brussels, plan on spending 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.
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