The average train between Aachen and Bern takes 7h 5m and the fastest train takes 5h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Aachen to Bern. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Aachen and Bern. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aachen is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Bern at 7:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 7h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aachen to Bern? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Bern. However, there are services departing from Aachen station and arriving at Bern station via Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.
Aachen to Bern train services, operated by National Express, depart from Aachen Hbf station.
Aachen to Bern train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bern station.
Book your Aachen to Bern train tickets online with National Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Aachen and Bern is 437.2 km. The road distance is 663 km.
You can take a train from Aachen Hbf to Bern via Köln Hbf and Basel SBB in around 6h 43m.