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

The cheapest way to get from Bern to Zurich is to rideshare which costs SFr 7 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bern to Zurich is to train which takes 56 min and costs SFr 40 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Bern and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bern and arriving at Zurich. Services depart four times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Bern and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bern and arriving at Zürich HB. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Bern to Zurich?

The distance between Bern and Zurich is 117 km. The road distance is 123.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Bern to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs SFr 40 - SFr 75.

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

The train from Bern to Zürich HB takes 56 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bern to Zurich bus from?

Bern to Zurich bus services, operated by Pavluks Trans, depart from Bern station.

Where do I catch the Bern to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Bern to Zurich?

The best way to get from Bern to Zurich is to train which takes 56 min and costs SFr 40 - SFr 75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 6 - SFr 23 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Bern to Zurich bus arrive?

Bern to Zurich bus services, operated by Pavluks Trans, arrive at Zurich station.

Where does the Bern to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bern to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Bern to Zurich is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Bern to Zurich.

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

Book your Bern to Zurich train tickets online with Omio.

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1224+ hotels available in Zurich.

Can I share a ride from Bern to Zurich?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bern to Zurich by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Bern to Zurich by train

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Distance: 116.6 km
Duration: 56 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Bern to Zürich HB every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 40–75 and the journey takes 56 min. Südostbahn also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, Pavluks Trans operates a bus from Bern to Zurich once daily, and the journey takes 1h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

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