The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Bern
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€51
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Bern will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 5 trains that leave Geneva for Bern on Wed, Dec 03, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.
IR 15 2515 | 2515
IC 1 715 | 715
IC 1 713 | 713
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 66 3219 | 3219
IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IR 66 3217 | 3217
IC 1 713 | 713
IC 1 715 | 715
IR 15 2515 | 2515
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 66 3219 | 3219
IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IR 66 3217 | 3217Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Geneva to Bern
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 47m. 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 €10, and a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 130 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€52 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Bern train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Bern trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IR 66 3217 | 3217 | 7:05 AM Geneva station | 2h03 | 9:08 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 713 | 713 | 7:35 AM Geneva station | 1h51 | 9:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2515 | 2515 | 7:54 AM Geneva station | 2h02 | 9:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IR 66 3219 | 3219 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 2h03 | 10:08 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 715 | 715 | 8:31 AM Geneva station | 1h55 | 10:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Bern
Trains from Geneva to Bern run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 4 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 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Geneva to Bern trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Bern from €10. 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 Geneva to Bern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Bern 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 Bern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Geneva, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bern Hauptbahnhof, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva to Bern
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Route de Chêne.
- Restaurant Le Jardin
- Café des Bains
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Diplomate
- Hotel Century
- Hotel Sagitta
- Located in the main hall
- 56 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to France and regional destinations
- Tram: Line 12, Line 17
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de Lausanne.
- Restaurant du Parc des Bastions
- Café de la Gare
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Eden
- Hotel Mon Repos
- Hotel N'vY
- Located in the main hall
- 187 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and international trains
- Tram: Line 15
- Bus: Lines 1, 11, 25, 28
- Train: SBB regional trains
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from the main road.
- Restaurant Rosengarten
- Restaurant Marzilibrücke
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Ibis Bern Expo
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Hotel National Bern
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 7, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
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