The average train between Ostend and Bern takes 11h 8m and the fastest train takes 7h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Ostend 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 4 times a day between Ostend and Bern. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ostend is at 8:43 PM which arrives into Bern at 11:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 11h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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9h • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Ostend 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 Ostend to Bern. However, there are services departing from Ostend station and arriving at Bern station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.
Ostend to Bern train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.
Ostend to Bern train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bern station.
Book your Ostend to Bern train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Ostend and Bern is 577.3 km. The road distance is 1,049 km.
You can take a train from Ostende to Bern via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, Basel Sbb, and Basel SBB in around 8h 43m.