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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Geneva
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
51
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Geneva will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 51 trains that leave Bern for Geneva on Mon, Aug 24, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.
IC 1 734 | 734 · RE 33 18440 | 184409:34 PM2h26Bern Hauptbahnhof12:00 AMGeneva station€301One-way1 transfer- IC 1 732 | 732 · IR 95 1734 | 17348:34 PM2h11Bern Hauptbahnhof10:45 PMGeneva station€301One-way1 transfer
- IC 1 730 | 7307:34 PM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof9:25 PMGeneva station€311One-way0 transfers
- IR 15 2524 | 25243:04 PM2h01Bern Hauptbahnhof5:05 PMGeneva station€311One-way0 transfers
- IC 1 702 | 7025:34 AM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof7:25 AMGeneva station€311One-way0 transfers
- IC 1 710 | 7109:34 AM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof11:25 AMGeneva station€421One-way0 transfers
- IC 1 708 | 7088:34 AM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof10:25 AMGeneva station€411One-way0 transfers
- IC 1 712 | 71210:34 AM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof12:25 PMGeneva station€341One-way0 transfers
- IC 1 716 | 71612:34 PM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof2:25 PMGeneva station€321One-way0 transfers
- IC 1 714 | 71411:34 AM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof1:25 PMGeneva station€321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bern to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €33, and a bus costs an average of €71.
Distance: 130 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€43 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price |
2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bern to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Geneva trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR 15 2506 | 2506 · RE 33 18454 | 18454 | 6:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 8:21 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 704 | 704 | 6:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h56 | 8:30 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2508 | 2508 · RE 33 18456 | 18456 | 7:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 9:21 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 706 | 706 | 7:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h56 | 9:30 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2510 | 2510 · RE 33 18458 | 18458 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 10:21 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 708 | 708 | 8:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h56 | 10:30 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2512 | 2512 · RE 33 18460 | 18460 | 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 11:21 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 | 9:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h56 | 11:30 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2514 | 2514 · RE 33 18462 | 18462 | 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 12:21 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 712 | 712 | 10:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h56 | 12:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2516 | 2516 · RE 33 18464 | 18464 | 11:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 1:21 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 714 | 714 | 11:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h56 | 1:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2518 | 2518 · RE 33 18466 | 18466 | 12:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 2:21 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 900 | 900 | 12:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h56 | 2:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2520 | 2520 · RE 33 18468 | 18468 | 1:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 3:21 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 718 | 718 | 1:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h56 | 3:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2522 | 2522 · RE 33 18470 | 18470 | 2:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 4:21 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 902 | 902 | 2:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h56 | 4:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2524 | 2524 · RE 33 18472 | 18472 | 3:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 5:21 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 722 | 722 | 3:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h56 | 5:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2526 | 2526 · RE 33 18474 | 18474 | 4:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 6:21 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 904 | 904 | 4:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h56 | 6:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2528 | 2528 · RE 33 18476 | 18476 | 5:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 7:21 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 726 | 726 | 5:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h56 | 7:30 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2530 | 2530 · RE 33 18478 | 18478 | 6:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 8:21 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 906 | 906 | 6:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 8:25 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2532 | 2532 | 7:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 9:05 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1 730 | 730 | 7:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 9:25 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 15 2534 | 2534 · RE 33 18482 | 18482 | 8:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h22 | 10:26 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 908 | 908 · IR 95 1734 | 1734 | 8:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h11 | 10:45 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 15 2536 | 2536 · RE 33 18484 | 18484 | 9:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h24 | 11:28 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 734 | 734 · RE 33 18440 | 18440 | 9:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h26 | 12:00 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1490 | 1490 · RE 33 18486 | 18486 | 10:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h26 | 12:30 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 15 2540 | 2540 · RE 33 18488 | 18488 | 11:08 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h14 | 1:22 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
| IR 15 2542 | 2542 · RE 33 18402 | 18402 | 12:09 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 4h29 | 4:38 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| S 3 15393 | 15393 · IC 5 504 | 504 · IR 1804 | 1804 | 12:15 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h40 | 6:55 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 15 2504 | 2504 | 5:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 7:05 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1 702 | 702 | 5:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 7:25 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 66 3208 | 3208 · IC 51 506 | 506 · IR 90 1806 | 1806 | 5:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 7:55 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Bern to Geneva
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Trains from Bern to Geneva run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Bern to Geneva trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Geneva from €33. 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 Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bern to Geneva
Most Bern to Geneva trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Bern and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bern station do trains to Geneva leave from?
Getting to Bern Hauptbahnhof from Bern city centre
Bern Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
Bern, Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Bern, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bern, Bahnhof.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bern, Bahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern, Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern, Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern, Bahnhof.
Getting to Bern Wankdorf from Bern city centre
Bern Wankdorf is 2 km from Bern city centre. Public transport options include:
Bern Wankdorf train station facilities and services
Bern Wankdorf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Wankdorf, Pizzeria Da Vinci
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Wankdorf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Wankdorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Wankdorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Wankdorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Wankdorf: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf, Novotel Bern Expo, Ibis Bern Expo.
Which Geneva station do trains from Bern arrive at?
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Genève train station facilities and services
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Getting to Genève-Aéroport from Geneva city centre
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport train station facilities and services
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin train station facilities and services
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
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