Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Zurich to Bern?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zurich to Bern: Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Bern Hauptbahnhof.

Can I find a direct route between Zurich and Bern?

Yes, there is a direct route available from Zurich to Bern: 7 direct trains per day with SBB.

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Compare train and bus for Zurich to Bern

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $53, while a train costs an average of $53.

Distance: 59 miles (95 km)

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Most popular Train	Driving
$53 Average price Cheapest	$80 Average price (fuel + tolls)
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Compare ways to travel from Zurich to Bern

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

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Bern is a train with an average price of $53 (€45).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 1h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Bern including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Bern among Omio's users.

Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 29m faster (1h 11m by train vs 1h 40m by car) and roughly $27 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($53 (€45) vs $80 (€67)). 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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The best way to travel from Zurich to Bern is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

IC 1 738 | 738
10:04 PM1h17
Zurich HB
11:21 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
$401One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

IC 1 738 | 738
10:04 PM1h17
Zurich HB
11:21 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
$401One-way
0 transfers

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IC 8 10830 | 10830
7:02 PM0h56
Zurich HB
7:58 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
$441One-way
0 transfers

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S 5 18583 | 18583 · IC 1 738 | 738
9:46 PM1h35
Zurich Altstetten
11:21 PMBern Hauptbahnhof
$411One-way
1 transfer
IR 35 2354 | 2354
5:59 AM1h22
Zurich Altstetten
7:21 AMBern Hauptbahnhof
$411One-way
0 transfers
IR 35 2356 | 2356
6:59 AM1h22
Zurich Altstetten
8:21 AMBern Hauptbahnhof
$411One-way
0 transfers

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How to get from Zürich to Bern

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Zürich to Bern, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Zürich to Bern and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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There are 2 options to travel between Zurich and Bern including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Bern is a train with an average price of $53 (€45).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 1h 41m.

The distance from Zurich to Bern is approximately 59 miles (95 km).

The average frequency per day from Zurich to Bern is:

Around 22 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich 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 Zurich to Bern:

Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Bern Hauptbahnhof.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Bern, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

Travel with SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria to go to Bern by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Zurich to Bern:

7 direct trains per day with SBB.

Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Bern often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Paris, Interlaken, Geneva, Basel. 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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