What is the cheapest way to get from Basel (Station) to Bern?

The cheapest way to get from Basel (Station) to Bern is to rideshare which costs SFr 5 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel (Station) to Bern?

The fastest way to get from Basel (Station) to Bern is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 23.

Is there a direct bus between Basel (Station) and Bern?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel (Station) to Bern. However, there are services departing from Basel, Im Wasenboden and arriving at Bern via Basel Euroairport FR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Basel (Station) and Bern?

No, there is no direct train from Basel (Station) to Bern. However, there are services departing from Basel, Bahnhof St. Johann and arriving at Bern via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Basel (Station) to Bern?

The distance between Basel (Station) and Bern is 104 km. The road distance is 97.5 km.

How do I travel from Basel (Station) to Bern without a car?

The best way to get from Basel (Station) to Bern without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 110.

How long does it take to get from Basel (Station) to Bern?

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Basel (Station) to Bern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel (Station) to Bern bus from?

Basel (Station) to Bern bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel Euroairport FR station.

Where do I catch the Basel (Station) to Bern train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel (Station) to Bern?

The best way to get from Basel (Station) to Bern is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 8 - SFr 16 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Basel (Station) to Bern bus arrive?

Basel (Station) to Bern bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bern station.

Where does the Basel (Station) to Bern train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel (Station) to Bern?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel (Station) to Bern is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Basel (Station) to Bern.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel (Station) to Bern?

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Where can I stay near Bern?

There are 362+ hotels available in Bern.

Can I share a ride from Basel (Station) to Bern?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel (Station) and Bern. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Basel (Station) to Bern - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Basel (Station) to Bern by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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 Basel SBB to Berntrain Ic6 / ...
1h 43m
CHF 32–103
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Bernerideshare 96.1 km
1h 41m
CHF 5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Bernbus FlixBus N839
2h 47m
CHF 9–15
Drive 97.5 km
1. Drive from Basel (Station) to Berncar 97.5 km
1h 5m
CHF 16–23

Basel (Station) to Bern by foot, tram, and train

176Weekly Services

1h 43mAverage Duration

CHF 32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.6 km
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Basel (Station), Canton of Basel-City, Switzerland and Bern, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Bern hourly. Tickets cost CHF 30–100 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Bern 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 6–12 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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