How to travel from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel

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Compare ferry and train for Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $13.

Distance: 17 miles (28 km)

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$13

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$61

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50m

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33m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel is a train with an average price of $13 (€11).
The fastest way to travel from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel is by train with an average journey time of 50m.

Other travel options to Neuchâtel take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 9m.

Ferry takes on average 3h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Biel/Bienne and Neuchâtel including taking a ferry and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 13m faster (20m by train vs 33m by car) and roughly $48 (€39) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 (€11) vs $61 (€50)). 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 Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel

How to get from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SBBIC 5 512 | 512
    9:18 AM0h19
    Biel/Bienne
    9:37 AMNeuchatel
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SBBIC 5 512 | 512
    9:18 AM0h19
    Biel/Bienne
    9:37 AMNeuchatel
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SBBIC 5 512 | 512
    9:18 AM0h19
    Biel/Bienne
    9:37 AMNeuchatel
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SBBIC 5 512 | 512 · B 106 | 97014
    9:18 AM0h25
    Biel/Bienne
    9:43 AMNeuchâtel
    $131One-way
    1 transfer
  • SBBIC 5 510 | 510
    8:18 AM0h19
    Biel/Bienne
    8:37 AMNeuchatel
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • SBBIC 51 1612 | 1612
    8:48 AM0h19
    Biel/Bienne
    9:07 AMNeuchatel
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel

Travel to Neuchâtel 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 Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Biel/Bienne and Neuchâtel including taking a ferry and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel is a train with an average price of $13 (€11).
The fastest way to travel from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel is by train with an average journey time of 50m.

Other travel options to Neuchâtel take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 9m.

Ferry takes on average 3h 30m.

The distance from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel is approximately 17 miles (28 km).
The average frequency per day from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 1 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Biel/Bienne and Neuchâtel as scheduled services by ferry and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel:
  • Trains mostly depart from Biel/Bienne and arrive in Neuchatel.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Neuchâtel by bus.
  • Travel with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Neuchâtel by train.
  • Travel with Bielersee Ferry to go to Neuchâtel by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 7 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
  • 1 direct ferries per day with Bielersee Ferry.
Omio customers who travel from Biel/Bienne to Neuchâtel often also extend their vacation to go to Geneva, Paris, Milan, Zurich, Geneva International Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Neuchâtel and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Neuchâtel to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Neuchatel, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal, allowing time to explore its historic old town, lakeside views, and nearby natural attractions.

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