The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Bern
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Bern will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lausanne for Bern on Wed, Nov 12, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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 1 713 | 713
IR 15 2513 | 2513
IC 1 711 | 711
IC 5 515 | 515 · IR 66 3217 | 3217
S 40 24623 | 24623 · RE 2 3811 | 3811
IC 1 713 | 713
IC 1 711 | 711
IR 15 2513 | 2513
S 40 24623 | 24623 · RE 2 3811 | 3811
IC 5 515 | 515 · IR 66 3217 | 3217Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 7m. 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 train costs an average of €24, and a bus costs an average of €34.
Distance: 79 km
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€34 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price |
1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Lausanne to Bern train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Bern trains for today, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 1 711 | 711 | 7:17 AM Lausanne station | 1h09 | 8:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 40 24623 | 24623 · RE 2 3811 | 3811 | 7:21 AM Lausanne station | 1h30 | 8:51 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 515 | 515 · IR 66 3217 | 3217 | 7:34 AM Lausanne station | 1h34 | 9:08 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2513 | 2513 | 7:40 AM Lausanne station | 1h16 | 8:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 713 | 713 | 8:17 AM Lausanne station | 1h09 | 9:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Bern
Trains from Lausanne to Bern run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lausanne to Bern trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Bern from €24. 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 Lausanne to Bern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne 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 Lausanne, which is located around 0.4 miles (643 m) 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 Lausanne to Bern
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 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
- 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 24/7 with access from Wankdorfallee.
- Restaurant Wankdorf
- Pizzeria Da Vinci
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf
- Novotel Bern Expo
- Ibis Bern Expo
- Located in the main hall
- 45 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Tram: Line 9
- Bus: Lines 20, 21, 28
- S-Bahn: S1, S2, S3, S31
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