The cheapest and fastest trains from Zermatt to Bern
Cheapest price
€72
Average price
€78
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zermatt to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zermatt to Bern will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €72.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zermatt for Bern on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.










Live departures
Zermatt to Bern train times
The table below shows live departures for Zermatt to Bern trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 42 324 | 324 · EC 60 | 60 | 7:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h19 | 9:25 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 41 226 | 226 · IC 6 966 | 966 | 7:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 9:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 41 230 | 230 · IC 8 817 | 817 | 8:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 10:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 42 332 | 332 · IC 6 618 | 618 | 9:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h19 | 11:25 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 41 234 | 234 · IC 6 970 | 970 | 9:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 11:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 41 238 | 238 · IC 8 821 | 821 | 10:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 12:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 42 340 | 340 · EC 62 | 62 | 11:06 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h19 | 1:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 41 242 | 242 · ICE 276 | 276 | 11:37 AM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 1:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 41 246 | 246 · IC 8 825 | 825 | 12:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 2:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 42 348 | 348 · IC 6 626 | 626 | 1:06 PM Zermatt Bhf | 2h19 | 3:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 41 250 | 250 · IC 6 978 | 978 | 1:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 3:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 41 254 | 254 · IC 8 829 | 829 | 2:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 4:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 42 356 | 356 · IC 1344 | 1344 | 3:06 PM Zermatt Bhf | 2h19 | 5:25 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 41 258 | 258 · IC 6 982 | 982 | 3:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 5:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
R 41 262 | 262 · IC 8 833 | 833 | 4:37 PM Zermatt Bhf | 2h16 | 6:53 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Zermatt to Bern
Trains from Zermatt to Bern run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn from Zermatt to Bern trainsSBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn trains will get you between Zermatt and Bern from €59. 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 Zermatt to Bern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt 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 Zermatt, you have various train station options to start your route from including Zermatt, Bahnhof, Zermatt and Zermatt, Riffelalp - Hotel. When arriving in Bern, you can end your journey in train stations like Bern, Hauptbahnhof, Bern Wankdorf and Bern, Schanzenstrasse.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Zermatt, Bahnhof, which is located around 0 miles (0 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 Zermatt to Bern
- Ticket machines available
- Free
- 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat Restaurant
- Panorama Self
- Ramps.
- Free
- 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat
- The station serves as a departure point for the Gornergrat Bahn cogwheel train, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
- Cogwheel train: Gornergrat Bahn from Zermatt
- 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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