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 CHF69 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. 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 CHF69, while a flight costs an average of CHF188.

Distance: 303 miles (489 km)

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Driving

CHF128

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CHF69

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CHF188

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CHF181

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7h 30m

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13h 27m

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12h 57m

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3h 31m

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1h 31m

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7h 35m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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1.5 - 2.9kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Brussels is a bus with an average price of CHF74.

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

A bus is CHF70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Brussels costing on average CHF145.

A bus is CHF424 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Brussels costing on average CHF499.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 40m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 31m.

Bus takes on average 10h 35m.

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 flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bern to Brussels among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 4h 55m sooner (2h 40m by flight vs 7h 35m by car). Tickets start at around CHF499 compared to roughly CHF181 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bern to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:20 PM9h10
    Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld
    8:30 AMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    CHF651One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:20 PM9h10
    Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld
    8:30 AMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    CHF651One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1942 · KL1703
    6:30 AM3h10
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    9:40 AMBrussels Airport
    CHF3001One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:30 AM10h30
    Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld
    1:00 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    CHF931One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1948 · KL1707
    6:25 PM3h50
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    CHF2781One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1946 · KL1707
    2:25 PM7h50
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    CHF2781One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1948 · KL1701
    6:25 PM13h10
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    7:35 AMBrussels Airport
    CHF2781One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bern to Brussels

Travel to Brussels 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 Bern to Brussels.

FAQs
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 CHF74.

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

A bus is CHF70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Brussels costing on average CHF145.

A bus is CHF424 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Brussels costing on average CHF499.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 40m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 31m.

Bus takes on average 10h 35m.

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 Deutsche Bahn to go to Brussels by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with Vueling, KLM Cityhopper, British Airways, Air France, KLM to go to Brussels by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bern to Brussels:
  • 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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