How to travel from Ghent to Bern

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Ghent to Bern

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł470 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł470, while a train costs an average of zł600.

Distance: 329 miles (531 km)

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zł600

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zł470

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zł873

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8h 16m

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7h 46m

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12h 9m

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11h 39m

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7h 31m

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Deutsche Bahn

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The cheapest way to travel from Ghent to Bern is a bus with an average price of zł470.

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

A bus is zł211 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Bern costing on average zł680.

A bus is zł1853 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ghent to Bern costing on average zł2323.

The fastest way to travel from Ghent to Bern is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Bern take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 9m.

Bus takes on average 12h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ghent and Bern including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ghent to Bern among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around zł680 compared to roughly zł873 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł192. The journey takes 7h 39m versus 7h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Ghent to Bern

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

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

  • FlixBus
    7:15 PM17h55
    Ghent
    1:10 PMBern
    2971One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    7:15 PM17h55
    Ghent
    1:10 PMBern
    2971One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    2:35 PM13h05
    Ghent
    3:40 AMBern
    3711One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    8:15 PM17h45
    Ghent
    2:00 PMBern
    3441One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Ghent 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 Ghent to Bern.

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There are 3 options to travel between Ghent and Bern including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ghent to Bern is a bus with an average price of zł470.

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

A bus is zł211 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Bern costing on average zł680.

A bus is zł1853 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ghent to Bern costing on average zł2323.

The fastest way to travel from Ghent to Bern is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Bern take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 9m.

Bus takes on average 12h 9m.

The distance from Ghent to Bern is approximately 329 miles (531 km).
The average frequency per day from Ghent to Bern is:
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ghent and Bern 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 Ghent to Bern:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ghent St Pieters and arrive in Bern Hauptbahnhof.
  • Buses mostly depart from Gent, Ghent and arrive in Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ghent to Bern, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, De Lijn to go to Bern by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, SNCB to go to Bern by train.
Omio customers who travel from Ghent 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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