The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Rome
Cheapest price
€307
Average price
€338
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
11 h 1 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
689 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Rome will cost around €338 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €307.
It's difficult to get from Bern to Rome without transferring at least once.
EuroCity 61+
Intercity 637 · Intercity 597
EuroCity 65+
Regionale Veloce 2034+
InterCityNotte 797
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9651
EuroCity 61+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9625
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9651
EuroCity 61+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9625
EuroCity 61+
Intercity 637 · Intercity 597
EuroCity 65+
Regionale Veloce 2034+
InterCityNotte 797Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bern to Rome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a train costs an average of €111.
Distance: 689 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€160 Average price | €101 Average price Cheapest | €123 Average price |
9h 9m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 37m Average total duration 16h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bern to Rome train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Rome trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 61+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9625 | 6:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h09 | 1:43 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 61+ Intercity 637 · Intercity 597 | 6:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 13h33 | 8:07 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 65+ Regionale Veloce 2034+ InterCityNotte 797 | 12:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 16h18 | 4:52 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 65+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9651 | On time 12:34 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h05 | 7:39 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, December 5 | |||||
![]() | 5:34 AM Bern | 13h29 | 7:03 PM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Rome
Trains from Bern to Rome run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €111 but you can travel from only €48 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 689 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 689 km |
Average train duration 8h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €111 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 5m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 18:34 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Trenitalia, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Bern to Rome trainsFrecciarossa, Trenitalia, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Rome from €48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Frecciarossa
Trenitalia
Italo
Intercity Notte
Intercity
Frecciabianca
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Bern to Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bern to Rome
- 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 near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
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