The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Bern
Cheapest price
€172
Average price
€207
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 18 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
689 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Bern will cost around €207 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €172.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Bern without transferring at least once.
Intercity 510+
Regionale Veloce 3035+
EuroCity 66
9982+
EuroCity 66
8134+
EuroCity 66
9908+
EuroCity 66
9916+
EuroCity 66
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9640+
EuroCity 66
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9628+
EuroCity 64
9984+
EuroCity 66
9978+
EuroCity 64
8134+
EuroCity 66Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Bern
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. 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 €57, and a train costs an average of €99.
Distance: 689 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€162 Average price | €110 Average price Cheapest | €119 Average price |
8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 56m Average total duration 13h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rome to Bern train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome 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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9904+ EuroCity 64 | On time 4:40 AM Rome Termini | 12h45 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9966+ EuroCity 64 | 5:30 AM Rome Termini | 11h55 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9908+ EuroCity 66 | 5:40 AM Rome Termini | 14h45 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9908+ EuroCity 64 | 5:40 AM Rome Termini | 11h45 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9968+ EuroCity 64 | 6:05 AM Rome Termini | 11h20 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9968+ EuroCity 66 | 6:05 AM Rome Termini | 14h20 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9970+ EuroCity 64 | 6:30 AM Rome Termini | 10h55 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9912+ EuroCity 64 | 6:40 AM Rome Termini | 10h45 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9912+ EuroCity 66 | 6:40 AM Rome Termini | 13h45 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9972+ EuroCity 64 | On time 7:05 AM Rome Termini | 10h20 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9972+ EuroCity 66 | On time 7:05 AM Rome Termini | 13h20 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9916+ EuroCity 66 | On time 7:40 AM Rome Termini | 12h45 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9916+ EuroCity 64 | On time 7:40 AM Rome Termini | 9h45 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9974+ EuroCity 66 | On time 8:05 AM Rome Termini | 12h20 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9974+ EuroCity 64 | On time 8:05 AM Rome Termini | 9h20 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9920+ EuroCity 64 | On time 8:43 AM Rome Termini | 8h42 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9920+ EuroCity 66 | On time 8:43 AM Rome Termini | 11h42 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale Veloce 3035+ EuroCity 66 | 8:57 AM Rome Termini | 11h28 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
9976+ EuroCity 64 | On time 9:05 AM Rome Termini | 8h20 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9976+ EuroCity 66 | On time 9:05 AM Rome Termini | 11h20 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9924+ EuroCity 66 | On time 9:40 AM Rome Termini | 10h45 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9924+ EuroCity 64 | On time 9:40 AM Rome Termini | 7h45 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9978+ EuroCity 64 | On time 10:05 AM Rome Termini | 7h20 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9978+ EuroCity 66 | On time 10:05 AM Rome Termini | 10h20 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9628+ EuroCity 64 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 7h05 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9928+ EuroCity 66 | On time 10:40 AM Rome Termini | 9h45 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9980+ EuroCity 66 | 11:10 AM Rome Termini | 9h15 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9932+ EuroCity 66 | On time 11:40 AM Rome Termini | 8h45 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9982+ EuroCity 66 | On time 12:05 PM Rome Termini | 8h20 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
8134+ EuroCity 66 | 12:40 PM Rome Termini | 7h45 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
9984+ EuroCity 66 | 1:10 PM Rome Termini | 7h15 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9640+ EuroCity 66 | On time 1:20 PM Rome Termini | 7h05 | 8:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome to Bern
Trains from Rome to Bern run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €99 but you can travel from only €54 by flight.
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 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €99 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 5m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 18:34 |
Train companies: Italo, Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity from Rome to Bern trainsItalo, Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity trains will get you between Rome and Bern from €54. 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 Rome to Bern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

When departing from Rome, you have various train station options to start your route from including Rome Termini, Rome Tiburtina and Rome Trastevere. When arriving in Bern, you can end your trip in train stations like Bern, Hauptbahnhof, Bern Wankdorf and Bern, Schanzenstrasse.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Rome Termini, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 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 Rome to Bern
- 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
- 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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