The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Bern
Cheapest price
€178
Average price
€181
Fastest journey
7 h 57 m
Average duration
8 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
759 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Bern will cost around €181 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €178.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Bern without transferring at least once.
ICE 75 · IC 683 · IR 2376
ICE 73 · IC 627
ICE 73 · EC 173 · IR 2372
ICE 75 · EC 67
ICE 1577 · ICE 279 · IC 977
ICE 75 · IC 683 · IR 2376
ICE 73 · EC 173 · IR 2372
ICE 73 · IC 627
ICE 75 · EC 67
ICE 1577 · ICE 279 · IC 977Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Hamburg to Bern
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €132.
Distance: 759 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€120 Average price | €65 Average price Cheapest | €224 Average price |
9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 55m Average total duration 14h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Bern train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 73 · IC 627 | On time 7:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h02 | 3:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73 · EC 173 · IR 2372 | On time 7:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h57 | 3:21 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1577 · ICE 279 · IC 977 | On time 7:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h28 | 3:56 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 75 · IC 683 · IR 2376 | On time 9:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h57 | 5:21 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 75 · EC 67 | On time 9:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h02 | 5:26 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Bern
Trains from Hamburg to Bern run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €50 but you can travel from only €39 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 759 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 759 km |
Average train duration 8h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 7h 50m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Bern trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg and Bern from €39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Bern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 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 Hamburg to Bern
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
- 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
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