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

The cheapest way to get from Bern to Rapperswil is to bus and train which costs SFr 18 - SFr 50 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bern to Rapperswil is to train via Zürich HB which takes 1h 38m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 95.

Is there a direct train between Bern and Rapperswil?

No, there is no direct train from Bern to Rapperswil. However, there are services departing from Bern and arriving at Rapperswil SG via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Bern to Rapperswil?

The distance between Bern and Rapperswil is 157 km. The road distance is 153.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bern to Rapperswil without a car is to train via Zürich HB which takes 1h 38m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Bern to Rapperswil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bern to Rapperswil train from?

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

Where does the Bern to Rapperswil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bern to Rapperswil?

Yes, the driving distance between Bern to Rapperswil is 154 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Bern to Rapperswil.

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

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Where can I stay near Rapperswil?

There are 296+ hotels available in Rapperswil.

Bern to Rapperswil - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bern to Rapperswil by train, bus, 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 via Zürich HB
best
1. Take the train from Bern to Zürich HBtrain Ic81 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Rapperswil SGtrain S15 / ...
1h 38m
CHF 49–92
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bern Car Terminal Neufeld to Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquaibus RegioJet 95
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Jonatrain S15 / ...
2h 28m
CHF 19–50
Drive 153.7 km
1. Drive from Bern to Rapperswilcar 153.7 km
1h 45m
CHF 25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Bern to Pfäffikon SZtrain Ir35
2h 13m
CHF 57–151

Bern to Rapperswil by train

270Weekly Trains

1h 38mAverage Duration

CHF 49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.2 km
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Bern, Switzerland and Rapperswil, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Bern to Rapperswil SG via Zürich HB in around 1h 38m.

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