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

The cheapest way to get from Bern to Geneva is to rideshare which costs SFr 9 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bern to Geneva is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct bus between Bern and Geneva?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bern and arriving at Geneva. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bern and Geneva?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bern and arriving at Genève. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Bern to Geneva?

The distance between Bern and Geneva is 156 km. The road distance is 158.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bern to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 55.

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

The train from Bern to Genève takes 2h 1m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bern to Geneva bus from?

Bern to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bern station.

Where do I catch the Bern to Geneva train from?

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

Train or bus from Bern to Geneva?

The best way to get from Bern to Geneva is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 8 - SFr 25 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Bern to Geneva bus arrive?

Bern to Geneva bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Geneva station.

Where does the Bern to Geneva train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bern to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Bern to Geneva is 159 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Bern to Geneva.

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

Book your Bern to Geneva train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bern to Geneva?

Book your Bern to Geneva bus tickets online with FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Geneva?

There are 1272+ hotels available in Geneva.

Can I share a ride from Bern to Geneva?

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

Bern to Geneva - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bern to Geneva by train, bus, rideshare, plane, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bern to Genèvetrain Ir15 / ...
2h 1m
CHF 30–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bern to Genevabus FlixBus N872 / ...
2h 20m
CHF 8–25
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Berne to Genèverideshare 158.5 km
2h 9m
CHF 9
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bern to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
3h 10m
CHF 110–278
Drive 158.7 km
1. Drive from Bern to Genevacar 158.7 km
1h 41m
CHF 25–36

Bern to Geneva by train

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Distance: 156.4 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Bern to Genève hourly. Tickets cost CHF 30–55 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bern to Geneva every 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 13–18 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Three other operators also service this route.

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