The average train between Leipzig and Bern takes 9h 12m and the fastest train takes 7h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig 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 Leipzig and Bern. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Bern at 9:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Fulda Bahnhof and take an average of 9h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 29m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Bern. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf station and arriving at Bern station via Fulda Bahnhof station and Basel SBB station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.
Leipzig to Bern train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Bern train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bern station.
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The distance between Leipzig and Bern is 605.3 km. The road distance is 727 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Bern via Fulda Bahnhof and Basel SBB in around 8h 41m.