Basel to Bern train

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Information about the Basel to Bern train

Travel by train from Basel to Bern. 59 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Basel at 1h 00m and the last at 23h 30m, allowing you to cover the 67.52 km distance in as little as 0h 56m. Tickets are available from 24€ (1).

Number routes per day

Average route time

1h 04m

Shortest route time

0h 56m

First hour of departure

1h 00m

Last hour of departure

23h 30m

Timetables for tomorrow

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Basel to Bern train best prices

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Monday 17 August	Tuesday 18	Wednesday 19	Thursday 20	today 24 € (1) InterCity InterCity	Saturday 22 August 24 € (1) InterCity InterCity	Sunday 23 24 € (1) InterCity InterCity
Monday 24	Tuesday 25 25 € (1) InterCity InterCity	Wednesday 26 25 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Thursday 27 26 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Friday 28	Saturday 29 24 € (1) InterCity The cheapest InterCity	Sunday 30 Price available soon

Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets from Basel to Bern

How much does a train ticket from Basel to Bern cost?

Book your train ticket in advance to travel for less. Get tickets at the lowest prices by adjusting the day and time of your departure. Be the first to know about good deals with alerts from the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Basel to Bern take?

Your train takes you from Basel to Bern in an average of 1h 04m.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Basel to Bern?

The shortest journey between Basel and Bern takes 0h 56m.

How many trains run from Basel to Bern each day?

Every day, 59 trains complete the Basel to Bern journey.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Basel and Bern?

You will find at least one Direct Journey service between Basel and Bern.

What is the distance between Basel and Bern by train?

The rail connection between Basel and Bern is approximately 67.52 km.

What time is the first train from Basel to Bern?

Looking for an early start? Take the Basel to Bern train at 1h 00m.

What time is the last train from Basel to Bern?

If you prefer a later departure, take the last train leaving Basel at 23h 30m.

To leave Basel, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page lists trains departing from: BASEL SBB.

At Bern, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page lists trains arriving at: BERN.

Which train companies operate trains from Basel to Bern?

Travel on a train operated by SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB) for your journey from Basel to Bern.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Basel to Bern?

The price of a Basel – Bern train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Basel to Bern thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Basel to Bern.

Price of a Basel – Bern Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Basel to Bern, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Basel to Bern with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Basel to Bern at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Basel – Bern

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Basel to Bern? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.

Last-minute Basel – Bern Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Basel to Bern. For last-minute train tickets from Basel to Bern, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Basel to Bern and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Bern on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Which companies operate the train from Basel to Bern?

If you're travelling from Basel to Bern, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

SBB

Travel from Basel to Bern with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). SBB is Switzerland’s national rail operator, with an extensive and punctual network connecting cities across the country efficiently. SBB operates a range of services, including high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Travel from Basel to Bern on board Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains and enjoy a reliable and comfortable journey. Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s national rail operator and offers an extensive rail network covering the entire country, allowing you to travel efficiently between cities. It operates high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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What travel classes are available on the Basel to Bern train?

To travel from Basel to Bern, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

SBB

Travel from Basel to Bern by train with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Depending on your journey and the train selected, enjoy 1st or 2nd class comfort on long-distance InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) trains, tilting trains, or the regional network, which includes InterRegio (IR), RegioExpress (RE), and Regio (R) services. Your SBB train ticket Basel - Bern allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Travel from Basel to Bern by train with Deutsche Bahn. Depending on your journey and the train selected, travel in 1st or 2nd class on high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, national InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) services, or the regional network. The latter includes InterRegio-Express (IRE) for fast interregional connections, Regional-Express (RE) for direct routes between cities, and Regionalbahn (RB) for stopping services to all local stations. Your Deutsche Bahn ticket Basel - Bern guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.

What on-board services are available on the Basel to Bern train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Basel to Bern route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

SBB

Treats and relaxation at the SBB Restaurant

Turn your journey into a break: enjoy a selection of carefully chosen meals and drinks at the SBB Restaurant or SBB Bistro, to delight your taste buds even on the train.
Free Internet on board and in stations

Browse free of charge: thanks to SBB WiFi, Internet access is available in many stations and on board mainline trains!
Enhanced comfort in 1st class

Travel with greater ease: in 1st class, you'll enjoy more legroom, individually adjustable seats spaced further apart, outlets in every compartment, 2+1 layouts, as well as "business" and "quiet" areas for greater peace of mind.
Transporting your luggage on board the train

SBB makes it easy to travel with your luggage. You can keep your luggage with you on the train thanks to the numerous storage areas: under or between the seats, in the overhead luggage racks, or in the multi-function compartments of duplex cars. Pictograms indicate luggage and stroller zones.
Transporting your bicycle on board the train

Bicycles are welcome on SBB trains. You can transport your personal bicycle in the areas provided, including in the IC2000 cars on the lower level. Groups of cyclists (10 people or more) can benefit from specially adapted services on booking. Folding bicycles can be transported as hand luggage, without a specific ticket. For other types of bicycles, we recommend checking transport conditions and booking in advance, especially during busy periods.
Travelling with your pet

Small animals, up to the size of a cat, can travel free of charge on SBB trains if they are transported in a closed cage or bag, placed under the seat or in the luggage racks. For dogs, a specific ticket is required and can be purchased via the SNCF Connect application. Dogs must be kept on a leash and remain on the floor during the journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Stay connected while you travel

Stay connected throughout your journey with free, unlimited WiFi available on most ICE and IC trains. In 1st class, throughput is optimized for professional uses such as videoconferencing or VPN connections.
Enjoy the peace and quiet

To work or relax in complete peace, opt for the quiet zones. These areas are designed to minimize noise pollution: phone calls, loud music and ringtones are not allowed.
Grab a bite or drink during your trip

Enjoy a meal or snack in the dining cars or bistros available on long-distance trains. A varied menu features hot dishes, snacks and drinks.
Recharge your electronic devices

Recharge your devices easily: outlets are available at every seat in 2nd class, and up to two outlets for every three seats in 1st class. Ideal for staying productive or entertained throughout the journey.
Carry your luggage with ease

Each passenger can take one item of hand luggage and one additional item of luggage free of charge. Large items of luggage can be stowed in the racks at the entrance or between the seats, medium-sized items above, and small items under your seat. Recommended dimensions are 70 × 50 × 30 cm. Well stowed folding strollers, mobility aids, scooters and folding bicycles are also permitted. Luggage must not inconvenience other passengers or block exits.
Take your bicycle everywhere

Conventional bicycles are accepted on ICE, IC and EC trains with a bicycle ticket and mandatory booking. Folding bicycles and children's bicycles can be carried free of charge as hand luggage. Tandems and tricycles are allowed on certain trains with a booking at an agency. In the regions, a bicycle ticket is required but without a seat booking.
Travel with your pet

Small animals travel free of charge in a closed container placed under your seat or in the luggage racks. Large dogs must have a ticket (50% of the adult fare), be muzzled and kept on a leash. Guide and assistance dogs travel free of charge, without a ticket or muzzle.
Enjoy seat service in 1st class

In 1st class, relax: your meal is served directly to your seat. Enjoy attentive service and a gourmet selection without having to go anywhere.
Access Deutsche Bahn lounges

Passengers with a flexible 1st class ticket enjoy access to DB Lounges at several major stations. These lounges offer a quiet space with drinks, WiFi and digital press to wait comfortably before departure.

Basel to Bern train schedule for Saturday 22 August 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
1h 00m	3h 04m	2h 04m	SBB	Booking
1h 00m Basel Sbb SBB 2349 1h 09m Liestal 1h 16m Sissach 1h 29m Olten Connection: 1h05 2h 34m Olten SBB 746 3h 04m Bern
5h 04m	6h 21m	1h 17m	SBB	Booking
5h 04m Basel Sbb SBB 659 5h 28m Olten Connection: 08 min 5h 36m Olten SBB 2352 5h 47m Langenthal 5h 53m Herzogenbuchsee 6h 05m Burgdorf 6h 21m Bern
5h 24m	6h 26m	1h 02m	SBB	Booking
5h 24m Basel Sbb SBB 607 5h 34m Liestal 5h 41m Sissach 5h 54m Olten 6h 26m Bern
5h 58m	6h 56m	0h 58m	SBB	Booking
5h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 957 6h 08m Liestal 6h 25m Olten 6h 56m Bern
6h 16m	7h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
6h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2459 6h 25m Liestal 6h 33m Sissach 6h 37m Gelterkinden 6h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 6h 56m Olten SBB 2158 7h 24m Bern
6h 30m	7h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
6h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 61 6h 55m Olten 7h 26m Bern
6h 58m	7h 56m	0h 58m	SBB	Booking
6h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 959 7h 08m Liestal 7h 25m Olten 7h 56m Bern
7h 16m	8h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
7h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2461 7h 25m Liestal 7h 33m Sissach 7h 37m Gelterkinden 7h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 7h 56m Olten SBB 2160 8h 24m Bern
7h 30m	8h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
7h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 611 7h 55m Olten 8h 26m Bern
7h 58m	8h 56m	0h 58m	Deutsche Bahn (DB)	Booking
7h 58m Basel Sbb Deutsche Bahn (DB) 271 8h 08m Liestal 8h 25m Olten 8h 56m Bern
8h 16m	9h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
8h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2463 8h 25m Liestal 8h 33m Sissach 8h 37m Gelterkinden 8h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 8h 56m Olten SBB 2162 9h 24m Bern
8h 30m	9h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
8h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 613 8h 55m Olten 9h 26m Bern
8h 58m	9h 56m	0h 58m	SBB	Booking
8h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 963 9h 08m Liestal 9h 25m Olten 9h 56m Bern
9h 16m	10h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
9h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2465 9h 25m Liestal 9h 33m Sissach 9h 37m Gelterkinden 9h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 9h 56m Olten SBB 2164 10h 24m Bern
9h 30m	10h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
9h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 615 9h 55m Olten 10h 26m Bern
9h 58m	10h 56m	0h 58m	SBB	Booking
9h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 965 10h 08m Liestal 10h 25m Olten 10h 56m Bern
10h 16m	11h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
10h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2467 10h 25m Liestal 10h 33m Sissach 10h 37m Gelterkinden 10h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 10h 56m Olten SBB 2166 11h 24m Bern
10h 30m	11h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
10h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 63 10h 55m Olten 11h 26m Bern
10h 58m	11h 56m	0h 58m	Deutsche Bahn (DB)	Booking
10h 58m Basel Sbb Deutsche Bahn (DB) 101 11h 08m Liestal 11h 25m Olten 11h 56m Bern
11h 04m	12h 21m	1h 17m	SBB	Booking
11h 04m Basel Sbb SBB 671 11h 28m Olten Connection: 08 min 11h 36m Olten SBB 2364 11h 47m Langenthal 11h 53m Herzogenbuchsee 12h 05m Burgdorf 12h 21m Bern
11h 16m	12h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
11h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2469 11h 25m Liestal 11h 33m Sissach 11h 37m Gelterkinden 11h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 11h 56m Olten SBB 2168 12h 24m Bern
11h 30m	12h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
11h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 619 11h 55m Olten 12h 26m Bern
11h 58m	12h 56m	0h 58m	SBB	Booking
11h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 969 12h 08m Liestal 12h 25m Olten 12h 56m Bern
12h 16m	13h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
12h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2471 12h 25m Liestal 12h 33m Sissach 12h 37m Gelterkinden 12h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 12h 56m Olten SBB 2170 13h 24m Bern
12h 30m	13h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
12h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 65 12h 55m Olten 13h 26m Bern
12h 58m	13h 56m	0h 58m	SBB	Booking
12h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 971 13h 08m Liestal 13h 25m Olten 13h 56m Bern
13h 04m	14h 21m	1h 17m	SBB	Booking
13h 04m Basel Sbb SBB 675 13h 28m Olten Connection: 08 min 13h 36m Olten SBB 2368 13h 47m Langenthal 13h 53m Herzogenbuchsee 14h 05m Burgdorf 14h 21m Bern
13h 16m	14h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
13h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2473 13h 25m Liestal 13h 33m Sissach 13h 37m Gelterkinden 13h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 13h 56m Olten SBB 2172 14h 24m Bern
13h 30m	14h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
13h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 623 13h 55m Olten 14h 26m Bern
13h 58m	14h 56m	0h 58m	Deutsche Bahn (DB)	Booking
13h 58m Basel Sbb Deutsche Bahn (DB) 279 14h 08m Liestal 14h 25m Olten 14h 56m Bern
14h 16m	15h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
14h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2475 14h 25m Liestal 14h 33m Sissach 14h 37m Gelterkinden 14h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 14h 56m Olten SBB 2174 15h 24m Bern
14h 30m	15h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
14h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 625 14h 55m Olten 15h 26m Bern
14h 58m	15h 56m	0h 58m	SBB	Booking
14h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 975 15h 08m Liestal 15h 25m Olten 15h 56m Bern
15h 16m	16h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
15h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2477 15h 25m Liestal 15h 33m Sissach 15h 37m Gelterkinden 15h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 15h 56m Olten SBB 2176 16h 24m Bern
15h 30m	16h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
15h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 627 15h 55m Olten 16h 26m Bern
15h 58m	16h 56m	0h 58m	SBB	Booking
15h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 977 16h 08m Liestal 16h 25m Olten 16h 56m Bern
16h 16m	17h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
16h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2479 16h 25m Liestal 16h 33m Sissach 16h 37m Gelterkinden 16h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 16h 56m Olten SBB 2178 17h 24m Bern
16h 30m	17h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
16h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 629 16h 55m Olten 17h 26m Bern
16h 58m	17h 56m	0h 58m	Deutsche Bahn (DB)	Booking
16h 58m Basel Sbb Deutsche Bahn (DB) 107 17h 08m Liestal 17h 25m Olten 17h 56m Bern
17h 16m	18h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
17h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2481 17h 25m Liestal 17h 33m Sissach 17h 37m Gelterkinden 17h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 17h 56m Olten SBB 2180 18h 24m Bern
17h 30m	18h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
17h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 67 17h 55m Olten 18h 26m Bern
17h 58m	18h 56m	0h 58m	SBB	Booking
17h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 981 18h 08m Liestal 18h 25m Olten 18h 56m Bern
18h 16m	19h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
18h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2483 18h 25m Liestal 18h 33m Sissach 18h 37m Gelterkinden 18h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 18h 56m Olten SBB 2182 19h 24m Bern
18h 30m	19h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
18h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 633 18h 55m Olten 19h 26m Bern
18h 58m	19h 56m	0h 58m	SBB	Booking
18h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 983 19h 08m Liestal 19h 25m Olten 19h 56m Bern
19h 04m	20h 21m	1h 17m	SBB	Booking
19h 04m Basel Sbb SBB 687 19h 28m Olten Connection: 08 min 19h 36m Olten SBB 2380 19h 47m Langenthal 19h 53m Herzogenbuchsee 20h 05m Burgdorf 20h 21m Bern
19h 16m	20h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
19h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2485 19h 25m Liestal 19h 33m Sissach 19h 37m Gelterkinden 19h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 19h 56m Olten SBB 2184 20h 24m Bern
19h 30m	20h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
19h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 635 19h 55m Olten 20h 26m Bern
19h 58m	20h 56m	0h 58m	Deutsche Bahn (DB)	Booking
19h 58m Basel Sbb Deutsche Bahn (DB) 375 20h 08m Liestal 20h 25m Olten 20h 56m Bern
20h 16m	21h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
20h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2487 20h 25m Liestal 20h 33m Sissach 20h 37m Gelterkinden 20h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 20h 56m Olten SBB 2186 21h 24m Bern
20h 30m	21h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
20h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 637 20h 55m Olten 21h 26m Bern
20h 58m	21h 56m	0h 58m	SBB	Booking
20h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 987 21h 08m Liestal 21h 25m Olten 21h 56m Bern
21h 16m	22h 24m	1h 08m	SBB	Booking
21h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2489 21h 25m Liestal 21h 33m Sissach 21h 37m Gelterkinden 21h 49m Olten Connection: 07 min 21h 56m Olten SBB 2188 22h 24m Bern
21h 30m	22h 26m	0h 56m	SBB	Booking
21h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 641 21h 55m Olten 22h 26m Bern
21h 58m	22h 56m	0h 58m	SBB	Booking
21h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 989 22h 08m Liestal 22h 25m Olten 22h 56m Bern
22h 27m	23h 26m	0h 59m	Deutsche Bahn (DB)	Booking
22h 27m Basel Sbb Deutsche Bahn (DB) 377 22h 38m Liestal 22h 55m Olten 23h 26m Bern
22h 58m	0h 02m	1h 04m	SBB	Booking
22h 58m Basel Sbb SBB 2345 23h 08m Liestal 23h 25m Olten Connection: 10 min 23h 35m Olten SBB 838 0h 02m Bern
23h 16m	0h 31m	1h 15m	SBB	Booking
23h 16m Basel Sbb SBB 2493 23h 25m Liestal 23h 33m Sissach 23h 37m Gelterkinden 23h 49m Olten Connection: 15 min 0h 04m Olten SBB 740 0h 31m Bern
23h 30m	1h 16m	1h 46m	SBB	Booking
23h 30m Basel Sbb SBB 17387 23h 36m Muttenz 23h 40m Pratteln 23h 43m Frenkendorf-Fuellinsdorf 23h 47m Liestal 23h 50m Lausen(Ch) 23h 52m Itingen 23h 55m Sissach 23h 58m Gelterkinden 0h 02m Tecknau 0h 10m Olten Connection: 25 min 0h 35m Olten SBB 842 1h 16m Bern

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Basel to Bern train schedule for Saturday 22 August 2026

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