How to travel from Nuremberg to Bern

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Compare train and bus for Nuremberg to Bern

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a train costs an average of $96.

Distance: 239 miles (386 km)

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$96

Average price

$49

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Cheapest

$108

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6h 35m

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6h 5m

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6h 59m

Average total duration

6h 29m

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5h 50m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg to Bern is a bus with an average price of $49.

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

A bus is $47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Bern costing on average $96.

The fastest way to travel from Nuremberg to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 6h 35m.

Other travel options to Bern take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nuremberg and Bern including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nuremberg 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 $96 compared to roughly $108 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $12. The journey takes 6h 5m versus 5h 50m 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 Nuremberg to Bern

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2166 · ICE 103 · IC 971
    7:37 AM6h19
    Nuremberg Hbf
    1:56 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
    $1221One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2166 · ICE 103 · IC 971
    7:37 AM6h19
    Nuremberg Hbf
    1:56 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
    $1221One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2166 · ICE 103 · IC 971
    7:37 AM6h19
    Nuremberg Hbf
    1:56 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
    $1221One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 728 · ICE 71 · IC 623
    8:00 AM6h26
    Nuremberg Hbf
    2:26 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
    $1421One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 822 · ICE 277 · IC 969
    6:00 AM6h56
    Nuremberg Hbf
    12:56 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
    $1421One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 827 · ECE 196 · IC 718
    7:01 AM6h27
    Nuremberg Hbf
    1:28 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
    $1471One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Bern.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nuremberg and Bern including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg to Bern is a bus with an average price of $49.

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

A bus is $47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Bern costing on average $96.

The fastest way to travel from Nuremberg to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 6h 35m.

Other travel options to Bern take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 59m.

The distance from Nuremberg to Bern is approximately 239 miles (386 km).
The average frequency per day from Nuremberg to Bern is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nuremberg to Bern:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nuremberg Hbf and arrive in Bern Hauptbahnhof.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nürnberg, ZOB and arrive in Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nuremberg to Bern, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Bern by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Bern by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nuremberg to Bern:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Nuremberg 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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