Bern to Zurich train with SBB

Tue, Mar 03
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Zurich

Showing times and prices for Mar 03

Cheapest price

€43

Average price

€52

Fastest journey

56 m

Average duration

56 m

Trains per day

57

Distance

95 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bern to Zurich will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.

Fast trains

Of the 57 trains that leave Bern for Zurich on Tue, Mar 03, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Mar 03 the direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .

On Tue, Mar 03 the slowest trains will take 57 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.

SBBIR 35 2367 | 2367
10:38AM1h22
Bern Hauptbahnhof
12:00PMZurich Altstetten
431One-way
0 transfers
SBBIR 35 2365 | 2365
09:38AM1h22
Bern Hauptbahnhof
11:00AMZurich Altstetten
431One-way
0 transfers
SBBIR 35 2363 | 2363
08:38AM1h22
Bern Hauptbahnhof
10:00AMZurich Altstetten
451One-way
0 transfers
SBBIR 35 2365 | 2365
09:38AM1h28
Bern Hauptbahnhof
11:06AMZurich HB
481One-way
0 transfers
SBBIR 16 2169 | 2169
10:36AM1h18
Bern Hauptbahnhof
11:54AMZurich HB
481One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bern to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. 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 bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €24.

Distance: 95 km

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Train
Bus

€46

Average price

€8

Average price

Cheapest

1h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 56m

Average total duration

1h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

SBB

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BlaBlaCar

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bern to Zurich train times

The table below shows live departures for Bern to Zurich trains for today, Monday, March 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 1:09 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
sbb4:38 PM Bern
1h22
6:00 PM Zurich0 transfersDirect
sbb5:33 PM Bern
1h20
6:53 PM Zurich0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, March 3
sbbIC 81 809 | 8097:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
0h56
7:58 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIC 81 809 | 809 · S 5 18532 | 185327:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h12
8:14 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIC 81 809 | 809 · RE 48 4914 | 49147:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h08
8:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbIC 6 960 | 960 · RE 12 4763 | 4763 · RE 37 4813 | 4813 · S 6 18634 | 186347:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h34
8:38 AM Zürich Oerlikon3 transfers
sbbIC 6 960 | 960 · RE 12 4763 | 4763 · RE 37 4813 | 4813 · S 11 19134 | 191347:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h31
8:35 AM Zurich Altstetten3 transfers
sbbIC 6 960 | 960 · RE 12 4763 | 4763 · RE 37 4813 | 48137:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h18
8:22 AM Zurich HB2 transfers
sbbIC 6 960 | 960 · RE 12 4763 | 4763 · S 12 19235 | 192357:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h34
8:38 AM Zurich Altstetten2 transfers
sbbIC 1 709 | 7097:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h11
8:42 AM Zürich Oerlikon0 transfersDirect
sbbIC 1 709 | 709 · S 5 18534 | 185347:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h13
8:44 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIC 1 709 | 7097:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
0h57
8:28 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 16 2165 | 2165 · S 6 18636 | 186367:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h32
9:08 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbIR 16 2165 | 21657:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h18
8:54 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 16 2165 | 2165 · S 11 19137 | 19137 · IR 37 2263 | 22637:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h16
8:52 AM Zurich HB2 transfers
sbbIR 16 2165 | 2165 · IR 37 2263 | 22637:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h16
8:52 AM Zurich HB1 transfer
sbbIR 16 2165 | 2165 · S 11 19137 | 191377:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h17
8:53 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIR 35 2363 | 23637:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h22
9:00 AM Zurich Altstetten0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 35 2363 | 23637:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h28
9:06 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIC 81 811 | 8118:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
0h56
8:58 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIC 81 811 | 811 · RE 48 4916 | 49168:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h08
9:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbIC 81 811 | 811 · S 5 18536 | 185368:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h12
9:14 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbICE 372 | 372 · RE 12 4765 | 4765 · S 12 19239 | 192398:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h34
9:38 AM Zurich Altstetten2 transfers
sbbICE 372 | 372 · RE 12 4765 | 4765 · RE 37 4815 | 4815 · S 6 18638 | 186388:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h34
9:38 AM Zürich Oerlikon3 transfers
sbbICE 372 | 372 · RE 12 4765 | 4765 · RE 37 4815 | 48158:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h18
9:22 AM Zurich HB2 transfers
sbbICE 372 | 372 · RE 12 4765 | 4765 · RE 37 4815 | 4815 · S 11 19138 | 191388:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h31
9:35 AM Zurich Altstetten3 transfers
sbbIC 1 711 | 7118:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
0h57
9:28 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIC 1 711 | 7118:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h11
9:42 AM Zürich Oerlikon0 transfersDirect
sbbIC 1 711 | 711 · S 5 18538 | 185388:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h13
9:44 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIR 16 2167 | 2167 · S 6 18640 | 186408:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h32
10:08 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbIR 16 2167 | 2167 · S 11 19141 | 191418:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h17
9:53 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIR 16 2167 | 2167 · S 11 19141 | 19141 · IR 37 2265 | 22658:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h16
9:52 AM Zurich HB2 transfers
sbbIR 16 2167 | 21678:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h18
9:54 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 16 2167 | 2167 · IR 37 2265 | 22658:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h16
9:52 AM Zurich HB1 transfer
sbbIR 35 2365 | 23658:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h22
10:00 AM Zurich Altstetten0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 35 2365 | 23658:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h28
10:06 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIC 8 813 | 813 · S 5 18540 | 185409:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h12
10:14 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIC 8 813 | 813 · RE 48 4918 | 49189:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h08
10:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbIC 8 813 | 8139:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
0h56
9:58 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIC 61 964 | 964 · RE 12 4767 | 4767 · RE 37 4817 | 4817 · S 6 18642 | 186429:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h34
10:38 AM Zürich Oerlikon3 transfers
sbbIC 61 964 | 964 · RE 12 4767 | 4767 · RE 37 4817 | 4817 · S 11 19142 | 191429:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h31
10:35 AM Zurich Altstetten3 transfers
sbbIC 61 964 | 964 · RE 12 4767 | 4767 · RE 37 4817 | 48179:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h18
10:22 AM Zurich HB2 transfers
sbbIC 61 964 | 964 · RE 12 4767 | 4767 · S 12 19243 | 192439:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h34
10:38 AM Zurich Altstetten2 transfers
sbbIC 1 713 | 7139:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
0h57
10:28 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIC 1 713 | 713 · S 5 18542 | 185429:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h13
10:44 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIC 1 713 | 7139:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h11
10:42 AM Zürich Oerlikon0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 16 2169 | 2169 · S 6 18644 | 186449:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h32
11:08 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbIR 16 2169 | 2169 · S 11 19145 | 19145 · IR 37 2267 | 22679:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h16
10:52 AM Zurich HB2 transfers
sbbIR 16 2169 | 2169 · S 11 19145 | 191459:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h17
10:53 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIR 16 2169 | 21699:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h18
10:54 AM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 16 2169 | 2169 · IR 37 2267 | 22679:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h16
10:52 AM Zurich HB1 transfer
sbbIR 35 2367 | 23679:38 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h22
11:00 AM Zurich Altstetten0 transfersDirect
sbbIC 81 815 | 815 · RE 48 4920 | 492010:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h08
11:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer
sbbIC 81 815 | 815 · S 5 18544 | 1854410:02 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h12
11:14 AM Zurich Altstetten1 transfer
sbbIC 6 966 | 966 · RE 12 4769 | 4769 · RE 37 4819 | 4819 · S 6 18646 | 1864610:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h34
11:38 AM Zürich Oerlikon3 transfers
sbbIC 6 966 | 966 · RE 12 4769 | 4769 · RE 37 4819 | 4819 · S 11 19146 | 1914610:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h31
11:35 AM Zurich Altstetten3 transfers
sbbIC 6 966 | 966 · RE 12 4769 | 4769 · S 12 19247 | 1924710:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h34
11:38 AM Zurich Altstetten2 transfers
sbbIC 1 715 | 71510:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h11
11:42 AM Zürich Oerlikon0 transfersDirect
sbbIR 16 2171 | 2171 · S 6 18648 | 1864810:36 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof
1h32
12:08 PM Zürich Oerlikon1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bern to Zurich?

The best time to book your train from Bern to Zurich is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bern to Zurich route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bern to Zurich per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bern to Zurich.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bern to Zurich

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Trains from Bern to Zurich run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 59m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8
Distance
95 km
Average train duration
1h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
€24
Trains per day
30
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
59m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG from Bern to Zurich trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG trains will get you between Bern and Zurich from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
59m
Cheapest Price
€24
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
56m
Cheapest Price
€65
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
48 a day

BLS AG

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
€68
BLS AG frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Bern to Zurich

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bern to Zurich can start from as little as €30 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bern to Zurich is €45; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Bern to Zurich is 59m to travel the 95 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Bern to Zurich leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Bern to Zurich leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes,there are 8 direct trains a day from Bern to Zurich with SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Bern to Zurich, you can count on SBB, BlaBlaCar, BLS AG, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) for the best way to get you to Zurich. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bern and Zurich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Zurich from Bern is worth doing with a journey time of 59m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bern to Zurich is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bern and Zurich including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bern to Zurich

Bern
Zurich
The major train station for departures in Bern is Bern Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bern Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Bern to Zurich.
Bern HauptbahnhofWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
17
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Lötschberg
  • Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • CHF 1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
  • Hotel Savoy Bern
  • Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 1,000 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
  • Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
  • Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
Public transit options for Bern Hauptbahnhof
  • Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
  • Bus: Several lines available
Bern WankdorfWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with access from Wankdorfallee.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Wankdorf
  • Pizzeria Da Vinci
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf
  • Novotel Bern Expo
  • Ibis Bern Expo
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 45 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Bern Wankdorf
  • Tram: Line 9
  • Bus: Lines 20, 21, 28
  • S-Bahn: S1, S2, S3, S31
Bern, RossfeldAccessibility
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km

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