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

The cheapest way to get from CERN to Bern is to bus which costs SFr 16 - SFr 45 and takes 4h 11m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between CERN and Bern?

No, there is no direct train from CERN to Bern. However, there are services departing from Meyrin, CERN and arriving at Bern via Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from CERN to Bern?

The distance between CERN and Bern is 164 km. The road distance is 160.6 km.

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

The best way to get from CERN to Bern without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from CERN to Bern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the CERN to Bern train from?

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

Train or bus from CERN to Bern?

The best way to get from CERN to Bern is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 45 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the CERN to Bern train arrive?

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

Can I drive from CERN to Bern?

Yes, the driving distance between CERN to Bern is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from CERN to Bern.

Where can I stay near Bern?

There are 356+ hotels available in Bern.

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

There are 4 ways to get from CERN to Bern 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
best
1. Take the train from Genève to Berntrain Ic1 / ...
3h 4m
CHF 38–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Bernbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 11m
CHF 17–44
Drive 160.6 km
1. Drive from CERN to Berncar 160.6 km
1h 41m
CHF 25–36
Train via Bern
1. Take the train from Genève to Berntrain Ir15 / ...
3h 13m
CHF 38–74

CERN to Bern by foot, tram, and train

113Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

CHF 38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 164.1 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between CERN, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France and Bern, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Genève to Bern hourly. Tickets cost CHF 30–55 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Bern twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 18–25 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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