What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Bern?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Bern is to fly and train which costs SFr 70 - SFr 290 and takes 8h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Bern?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Bern is to fly and train which takes 7h 12m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Bern?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Bern. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Bern via Kumanovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 39m.

How far is it from Athens to Bern?

The distance between Athens and Bern is 1798 km. The road distance is 2352 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Bern without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Bern without a car is to bus and train which takes 26h 57m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Athens to Bern?

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Athens to Bern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Bern bus from?

Athens to Bern bus services, operated by Siamos Tours, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Bern bus arrive?

Athens to Bern bus services, operated by Siamos Tours, arrive at Kumanovo station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Bern?

Bern is 1h behind Athens. It is currently 8:52 AM in Athens and 7:52 AM in Bern.

Can I drive from Athens to Bern?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Bern is 2352 km. It takes approximately 24h 9m to drive from Athens to Bern.

Where can I stay near Bern?

There are 341+ hotels available in Bern.

Athens to Bern - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and bus and ferry

There are 8 ways to get from Athens to Bern by plane, train, bus, busferry, ferry, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Zurich Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane ATH - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Berntrain
7h 12m
CHF 108–223
Fly to Geneva International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ATH - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Berntrain
8h 37m
CHF 73–283
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Athens to Rrogozhinëbus
2. Take the bus from Rrogozhinë to Bari Portobus
3. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
4. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centraletrain
5. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Berntrain Ec
26h 57m
Bus and ferry, ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Athens - KTEL Liosion Street to Samibusferry
2. Take the ferry from Sami to Port of Bariferry
3. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Milano Centraletrain Fr
4. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Berntrain Ec
39h 10m
CHF 181–354
Drive 2,352 km
1. Drive from Athens to Berncar 2,352 km
24h 9m
CHF 395–571
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ATH - MXP
2. Take the train from Busto Arsizio to Domodossolatrain
3. Take the train from Brig to Berntrain
10h 11m
CHF 84–284
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Kumanovobus
2. Take the bus from Kumanovo to Bernbus
33h 39m
CHF 93–149
Bus via Tirana
1. Take the bus from Athens to Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusavebus
2. Take the bus from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave to Bern, Hauptbahnhofbus
35h 20m

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flights

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3h 37mAverage Duration

CHF 59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,797.6 km
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Bern, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Athens to Bern via Kumanovo in around 33h 39m.

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