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

The cheapest way to get from Balsthal to Bern is to drive which costs SFr 8 - SFr 13 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balsthal to Bern is to drive which takes 37 min and costs SFr 8 - SFr 13.

Is there a direct train between Balsthal and Bern?

No, there is no direct train from Balsthal to Bern. However, there are services departing from Balsthal and arriving at Bern via Oensingen and Olten. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Balsthal to Bern?

The distance between Balsthal and Bern is 55 km. The road distance is 52.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Balsthal to Bern without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Balsthal to Bern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balsthal to Bern train from?

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

Where does the Balsthal to Bern train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balsthal to Bern?

Yes, the driving distance between Balsthal to Bern is 52 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Balsthal to Bern.

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

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Where can I stay near Bern?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Balsthal to Bern by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Oensingen to SolothurnS20 / ...
2. Take the train from Solothurn to BernRe5 / ...
1h 20m
CHF 30–37
Drive 52.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balsthal to Bern52.3 km
37 min
CHF 9–13
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Oensingen, Bahnhof Süd to Olten, Bahnhof505 / ...
2. Take the train from Olten to BernIc6 / ...
1h 50m
CHF 16–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balsthal to Bern52.3 km
37 min
CHF 260–320
Train via Olten
1. Take the train from Oensingen to OltenS20 / ...
2. Take the train from Olten to BernIc6 / ...
1h 20m
CHF 23–50

Balsthal to Bern by bus and train

122Weekly Services

1h 20mAverage Duration

CHF 30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Balsthal, Bahnhof to Bern via Oensingen, Bahnhof, Oensingen, and Solothurn in around 1h 20m.

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