The average train between Folkestone and Bern takes 12h 19m and the fastest train takes 8h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Folkestone 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 5 times a day between Folkestone and Bern. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Bern at 2:26 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 12h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone 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 Folkestone to Bern. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Bern station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 19m.
Folkestone to Bern train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Bern train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Bern station.
Book your Folkestone to Bern train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Folkestone and Bern is 648.4 km. The road distance is 1,189 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Bern via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, Basel Sbb, and Basel SBB in around 9h 49m.