The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Fribourg
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Fribourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Fribourg will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bern for Fribourg on Sat, Jan 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 10 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Sat, Jan 10 the slowest trains will take 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
RE 2 3810 | 3810
IR 15 2510 | 2510
IC 1 708 | 708
S 1 15128 | 15128
S 1 15126 | 15126
IR 15 2510 | 2510
IC 1 708 | 708
RE 2 3810 | 3810
S 1 15128 | 15128
S 1 15126 | 15126Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bern to Fribourg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Fribourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €17.
Distance: 28 km
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bern to Fribourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Fribourg trains for today, Friday, January 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 7:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 7:26 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 2 3810 | 3810 | 7:09 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h23 | 7:32 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15126 | 15126 | 7:15 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 7:48 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 708 | 708 | 7:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h22 | 7:56 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 1 15128 | 15128 | 7:45 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0h33 | 8:18 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Fribourg
Trains from Bern to Fribourg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 22m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: SBB, BLS AG, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Bern to Fribourg trainsSBB, BLS AG, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Fribourg from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bern to Fribourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Fribourg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fribourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Bern, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Bern, Hauptbahnhof, Bern Wankdorf and Bern, Schanzenstrasse. When arriving in Fribourg, you can end your route in train stations like Fribourg, Fribourg, Beauregard and Fribourg, Fonderie.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bern, Hauptbahnhof, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Fribourg, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bern to Fribourg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Wankdorfallee.
- Restaurant Wankdorf
- Pizzeria Da Vinci
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf
- Novotel Bern Expo
- Ibis Bern Expo
- Located in the main hall
- 45 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Tram: Line 9
- Bus: Lines 20, 21, 28
- S-Bahn: S1, S2, S3, S31
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Avenue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Pérolles
- Café du Midi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel de la Rose
- NH Fribourg Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 105 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to major Swiss cities and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: SBB services
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