The average train between Leipzig and Bern takes 8h 21m 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 2 hours between Leipzig and Bern. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Bern at 10:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 8h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want 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 station and arriving at Bern station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.
Leipzig to Bern train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Bern train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bern station.
Book your Leipzig to Bern train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
The distance between Leipzig and Bern is 605.3 km. The road distance is 803 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Bern via Frankfurt and Basel SBB in around 8h 17m.