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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Bern is to rideshare which costs SFr 9 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Bern is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Bern?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneve, Gare Routiere and arriving at Bern. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Bern?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Genève and arriving at Bern. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Geneva to Bern?

The distance between Geneva and Bern is 156 km. The road distance is 158.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Bern without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 150.

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

The train from Genève to Bern takes 1h 51m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Bern bus from?

Geneva to Bern bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Geneve, Gare Routiere station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Bern train from?

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

Train or bus from Geneva to Bern?

The best way to get from Geneva to Bern is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 9 - SFr 18 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Geneva to Bern bus arrive?

Geneva to Bern bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Bern station.

Where does the Geneva to Bern train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geneva to Bern?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Bern is 159 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Geneva to Bern.

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

Book your Geneva to Bern train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Geneva to Bern bus tickets online with Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Bern?

There are 356+ hotels available in Bern.

Can I share a ride from Geneva to Bern?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Geneva to Bern 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 Genève to Berntrain Ic1 / ...
1h 51m
CHF 50–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneve, Gare Routiere to Bernbus
2h 40m
CHF 9–18
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Genève to Bernerideshare 158.5 km
2h 8m
CHF 9
Fly, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Berntrain
2h 25m
CHF 121–336
Drive 158.9 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Berncar 158.9 km
1h 42m
CHF 26–37

Geneva to Bern by train

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Distance: 156.4 km
Duration: 1h 51m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Genève to Bern hourly. Tickets cost CHF 50–150 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Geneve, Gare Routiere to Bern twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 13–18 and the journey takes 2h 40m. RegioJet also services this route once a week.

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