The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Lyon
Cheapest price
125S$
Average price
133S$
Fastest journey
4 h 51 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Lyon will cost around 133S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 125S$.
To travel from Bern to Lyon you need to make at least one change.
8:34 AM4h51Bern1:25 PMLyon125 S$1One-way1 change
9:34 PM9h25Bern6:59 AMLyon140 S$1One-way1 change
8:34 AM4h51Bern1:25 PMLyon125 S$1One-way1 change
9:34 PM9h25Bern6:59 AMLyon140 S$1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bern to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bern to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 16S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 16S$, and a flight costs an average of 87S$.
Distance: 240 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
133S$ Average Price | 23S$ Average Price Cheapest | 272S$ Average Price |
4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 42m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bern to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Lyon trains for tomorrow, Friday, 12 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:34 AM Bern | 4h51 | 1:25 PM Lyon | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:34 PM Bern | 9h25 | 6:59 AM Lyon | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Bern to Lyon trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, but also compare tickets for the likes of SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria or Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Bern to Lyon.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bern to Lyon.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Bern to Lyon.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Lyon
Trains from Bern to Lyon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 125S$ but you can travel from only 16S$ by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 240 km |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price 125S$ |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 6:00 PM |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Bern to Lyon trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Lyon from 16S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SBB
SNCF | TGV Lyria
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Bern to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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