The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Geneva
Cheapest price on Oct 08
€36
Average ticket price on Oct 08
€48
Fastest journey on Oct 08
1 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
1 h 51 m
Trains on Oct 08
57
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 €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Thu, Oct 08, we found 57 trains from Bern to Geneva, including 30 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 08 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 Thu, Oct 08 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 1 702 | 7025:34 AM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof7:25 AMGeneva station€361One-way0 transfers
IR 15 2504 | 25045:04 AM2h01Bern Hauptbahnhof7:05 AMGeneva station€361One-way0 transfers
IC 1 734 | 734 · RE 33 18440 | 184409:34 PM2h26Bern Hauptbahnhof12:00 AMGeneva station€361One-way1 transfer
IR 15 2540 | 2540 · RE 33 18488 | 1848811:08 PM2h14Bern Hauptbahnhof1:22 AMGeneva station€361One-way1 transfer
IR 15 2538 | 2538 · RE 33 18486 | 1848610:04 PM2h26Bern Hauptbahnhof12:30 AMGeneva station€371One-way1 transfer
IC 1 710 | 7109:34 AM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof11:25 AMGeneva station€411One-way0 transfers
IC 1 708 | 7088:34 AM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof10:25 AMGeneva station€411One-way0 transfers
IC 1 706 | 7067:34 AM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof9:25 AMGeneva station€421One-way0 transfers
IC 1 726 | 7265:34 PM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof7:25 PMGeneva station€441One-way0 transfers
IC 1 728 | 7286:34 PM1h51Bern Hauptbahnhof8:25 PMGeneva station€391One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Geneva
Trains from Bern to Geneva run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 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 45m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Live departures
Bern to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Geneva trains for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1 712 | 712 | 10:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 12:25 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3218 | 3218 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 10:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 12:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 11:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 1:05 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 714 | 714 | 11:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 1:25 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2518 | 2518 | 12:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 2:05 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 716 | 716 | 12:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 2:25 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3222 | 3222 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 12:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 2:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2520 | 2520 | 1:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 3:05 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 718 | 718 | 1:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 3:25 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3224 | 3224 · IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 1822 | 1:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 3:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 2:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 4:05 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 720 | 720 | 2:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 4:25 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3226 | 3226 · IC 5 524 | 524 · IR 90 1824 | 1824 | 2:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 4:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2524 | 2524 | 3:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 5:05 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 722 | 722 | 3:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 5:25 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3228 | 3228 · IC 5 526 | 526 · IR 90 1826 | 1826 | 3:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 5:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2526 | 2526 | 4:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 6:05 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 724 | 724 | 4:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 6:25 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3230 | 3230 · IC 5 528 | 528 · IR 90 1828 | 1828 | 4:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 6:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2528 | 2528 | 5:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 7:05 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 726 | 726 | 5:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 7:25 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3234 | 3234 · IC 5 530 | 530 · IR 90 1830 | 1830 | 5:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 7:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2530 | 2530 | 6:04 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 8:05 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 728 | 728 | 6:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 8:25 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3236 | 3236 · IC 5 532 | 532 · IR 90 1832 | 1832 | 6:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 8:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
S 5 15592 | 15592 · IR 57 1652 | 1652 | 12:08 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h35 | 6:43 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 | |
IR 15 2506 | 2506 | 6:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h03 | 8:07 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 704 | 704 | 6:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h55 | 8:29 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3210 | 3210 · IC 5 508 | 508 · IR 90 1808 | 1808 | 6:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 8:55 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2508 | 2508 | 7:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 9:05 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 706 | 706 | 7:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 9:25 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3212 | 3212 · IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 90 1810 | 1810 | 7:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 9:55 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 10:05 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 708 | 708 | 8:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 10:25 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3214 | 3214 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 8:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 10:55 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 11:05 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 710 | 710 | 9:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 11:25 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3216 | 3216 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 | 9:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 11:55 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 12:05 PM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
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.
Getting to Bern Europaplatz from Bern city centre
Bern Europaplatz is 3 km from Bern city centre. Public transport options include:
Bern Europaplatz train station facilities and services
Bern Europaplatz 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Rosengarten, Restaurant Marzilibrücke
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Europaplatz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Europaplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Europaplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Europaplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Europaplatz: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Bern Expo, Hotel Savoy Bern, Hotel National Bern.
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.
Getting to Genève-Eaux-Vives from Geneva city centre
Genève-Eaux-Vives is 1 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Eaux-Vives train station facilities and services
Genève-Eaux-Vives has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Jardin, Café des Bains
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Eaux-Vives. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Eaux-Vives. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève-Eaux-Vives: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève-Eaux-Vives: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Eaux-Vives: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Diplomate, Hotel Century, Hotel Sagitta.
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