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

The cheapest way to get from Balerna to Bern is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balerna to Bern is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Balerna and Bern?

No, there is no direct bus from Balerna to Bern. However, there are services departing from Chiasso and arriving at Bern via Zurich Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Balerna and Bern?

No, there is no direct train from Balerna to Bern. However, there are services departing from Balerna and arriving at Bern via Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Balerna to Bern?

The distance between Balerna and Bern is 292 km. The road distance is 262.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Balerna to Bern without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Balerna to Bern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balerna to Bern bus from?

Balerna to Bern bus services, operated by Bartolini Turismo, depart from Chiasso station.

Where do I catch the Balerna to Bern train from?

Balerna to Bern train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Balerna to Bern?

The best way to get from Balerna to Bern is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 50 - SFr 65 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Balerna to Bern bus arrive?

Balerna to Bern bus services, operated by Bartolini Turismo, arrive at Zurich station.

Where does the Balerna to Bern train arrive?

Balerna to Bern train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bern station.

Can I drive from Balerna to Bern?

Yes, the driving distance between Balerna to Bern is 262 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Balerna to Bern.

How do I get a train ticket from Balerna to Bern?

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Where can I stay near Bern?

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Balerna to Bern - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Balerna to Bern by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to BernIc
4h 17m
CHF 58–120
Drive 262.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balerna to Bern262.5 km
3h 12m
CHF 42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiasso to Zurich
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to BernN882 / ...
6h 35m
CHF 52–62
Train via Luthern
1. Take the train from Lugano to LuzernIc21 / ...
2. Take the train from Luzern to BernIr15 / ...
4h 35m
CHF 43–125
Train via Luthern #2
1. Take the train from Balerna to BiascaS10
2. Take the train from Biasca to Luzern
3. Take the train from Wolhusen to BernRe7
6h 55m

Balerna to Bern by train

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4h 17mAverage Duration

CHF 58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Balerna, Switzerland and Bern, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Bern once a week. Tickets cost CHF 55–110 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiasso to Bern via Zurich Bus Station in around 6h 35m.

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