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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Lyon
Cheapest price
$244
Average price
$252
Fastest journey
6 h 19 m
Average duration
9 h 24 m
Trains per day
7
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 $252 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $244.
To travel from Bern to Lyon you need to make at least 2 changes.
IR 16 2175 | 2175+
9226+
9580IR 16 2165 | 2165+9226+9580IC 1 10709 | 10709+9226+9580IC 1 10903 | 10903+9226+9580IC 8 821 | 821+9226+9580IC 8 821 | 821+9226+9580IR 16 2175 | 2175+9226+9580IC 1 10903 | 10903+9226+9580IC 81 811 | 811+9226+9580IR 16 2165 | 2165+9226+9580
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 $20. 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 $20, and a flight costs an average of $112.
Distance: 240 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$162 Average Price | $29 Average Price Cheapest | $291 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 53m Average total duration 7h 53m 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 today, Friday, 13 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 9:34 pm Bern | 9h25 | 6:59 am Lyon | 1 change | |
| Saturday, 14 March | |||||
| IC 81 809 | 809+9226+9580 | On time 7:02 am Bern Hauptbahnhof | 12h19 | 7:21 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
| IC 1 10709 | 10709+9226+9580 | On time 7:31 am Bern Hauptbahnhof | 11h50 | 7:21 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
| IR 16 2165 | 2165+9226+9580 | On time 7:36 am Bern Hauptbahnhof | 11h45 | 7:21 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
| IC 81 811 | 811+9226+9580 | On time 8:02 am Bern Hauptbahnhof | 11h19 | 7:21 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
| IC 1 10903 | 10903+9226+9580 | On time 8:31 am Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h50 | 7:21 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
| IR 16 2175 | 2175+9226+9580 | On time 12:36 pm Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h45 | 7:21 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
| IC 8 821 | 821+9226+9580 | On time 1:02 pm Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h19 | 7:21 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER, 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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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Lyon
Switzerland
France
Trains from Bern to Lyon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $152 but you can travel from only $20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 17:16. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 240 km |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $152 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 17:16 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Bern to Lyon trainsSNCF TER, SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Lyon from $20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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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