The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Berlin
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$159
Fastest journey
7 h 59 m
Average duration
8 h 10 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
753 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Berlin will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $88.
Of the 12 trains that leave Bern for Berlin every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 753 km distance in an average of 8 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixTrain · FlixTrain
IC 968 · ICE 72 · ICE 1034
IC 964 · ICE 74 · ICE 941
IC 960 · ICE 76 · ICE 1139
IC 968 · ICE 72 · ICE 1034
IC 964 · ICE 74 · ICE 941
IC 956 · ICE 78 · ICE 847
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Compare coach, train and flight for Bern to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $67.
Distance: 753 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$112 Average Price | $88 Average Price Cheapest | $219 Average Price |
10h 9m Average total duration 9h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 39m Average total duration 12h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bern to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Berlin trains for today, Friday, 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:04 am Bern | 8h26 | 5:30 pm Berlin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:04 pm Bern | 8h15 | 8:19 pm Berlin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:25 pm Bern | 17h36 | 2:01 pm Berlin | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 8 November | |||||
IC 843 · IR 2344+ SBB S6+ RB 17150 | 12:06 am Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h55 | 11:01 am Berlin Hbf | 5 changes | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 2:40 am Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 14h38 | 5:18 pm Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 changes | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 2:40 am Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 12h01 | 2:41 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 2:40 am Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 14h31 | 5:11 pm Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 2 changes | |
IR 2353 · IR 2304 · ICE 374 | On time 3:36 am Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h53 | 12:29 pm Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 956 · ICE 78 · ICE 847 | 5:04 am Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h12 | 1:16 pm Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 372 | On time 6:04 am Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h25 | 2:29 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 960 · ICE 76 · ICE 1139 | 7:04 am Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h59 | 3:03 pm Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 962 · ICE 370 | 8:04 am Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h26 | 4:30 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Berlin
Trains from Bern to Berlin run on average 13 times per day, taking around 9h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 but you can travel from only $48 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 753 km distance in 8h 12m.
Distance 753 km |
Average train duration 9h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 12m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, FlixTrain, ÖBB | InterCity from Bern to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, FlixTrain, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Bern and Berlin from $48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | ICE
FlixTrain
ÖBB | InterCity
FAQs: Bern to Berlin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Berlin by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bern Hauptbahnhof, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Berlin Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bern and Berlin
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- AVCI Bistro
- Restaurant Athos
- Yoko Sushi
- Payamlino Bistro
- Hotel Nova
- Pension Adamshof
- Pension Zum Lichtenberger
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Kouzina
- Aida
- Madame Ngo
- Thanh Long
- Air in Berlin Hotel
- City Ansbach
- Hotel Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof
- Hotel Classic
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Mammam
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Da Vincenzo
- Art’otel Berlin Mitte
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel ibis Berlin Mitte
- Hotel Casa Camper Berlin
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- India Spice
- Jelänger Jelieber
- JAS
- Schneeweiß
- Hotel Victoria
- A&O Berlin Friedrichshain
- Hans Wurscht
- Hongkong Garten
- Jörg's Curry Container
- Marienfelder Bistro
- Döner Zimmer
- Café Kent
- Silber Cafe Bar
- Balgaran 2
- OYO Hotel Bohemia
- Motel Plus Berlin
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