Geneva to Bern train

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Information about the Geneva to Bern train

Travel by train from Geneva to Bern. 36 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Geneva at 4h 08m and the last at 22h 39m, allowing you to cover the 128.71 km distance in as little as 2h 02m. Tickets are available from 29€ (1).

Number routes per day

Average route time

2h 07m

Shortest route time

2h 02m

First hour of departure

4h 08m

Last hour of departure

22h 39m

Timetables for tomorrow

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Geneva to Bern train best prices

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
today 33 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Tuesday 4 August August 32 € (1) InterCity InterCity	Wednesday 5 33 € (1) InterCity InterCity	Thursday 6	Friday 7 31 € (1) InterCity InterCity	Saturday 8	Sunday 9
Monday 10 35 € (1) InterCity InterCity	Tuesday 11	Wednesday 12 35 € (1) InterCity InterCity	Thursday 13	Friday 14 31 € (1) InterCity InterCity	Saturday 15	Sunday 16
Monday 17	Tuesday 18	Wednesday 19	Thursday 20	Friday 21 34 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Saturday 22	Sunday 23
Monday 24	Tuesday 25 29 € (1) InterRegio InterRegio	Wednesday 26	Thursday 27	Friday 28 33 € (1) InterCity InterCity	Saturday 29 29 € (1) InterRegio The cheapest InterRegio	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 Geneva to Bern

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

Book your train ticket several months in advance to benefit from a favourable fare. Save on the cost of your journey by staying flexible with the date and time of your departure. Stay informed of good deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The journey on a train from Geneva to Bern will take you about 2h 07m. Travel time may vary depending on the operator.

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

Allow 2h 02m to travel between Geneva and Bern on the fastest train.

How many trains run from Geneva to Bern each day?

Each day, 36 trains depart from Geneva to Bern.

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

It is possible to travel between Geneva and Bern on Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Geneva and Bern by train?

The train journey between Geneva and Bern, covers around 128.71 km.

What time is the first train from Geneva to Bern?

Want to arrive early? Take the first Geneva to Bern train at 4h 08m.

What time is the last train from Geneva to Bern?

If you prefer to travel later, the last train departs Geneva at 22h 39m.

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

The trains listed on this page depart from: GENEVE CORNAVIN.

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

The trains listed on this page arrive at: BERN.

Which train companies operate trains from Geneva to Bern?

You can complete your journey from Geneva to Bern on a SBB train.

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

The price of a Geneva – 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 Geneva 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 Geneva to Bern.

Price of a Geneva – Bern Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Geneva to Bern, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Geneva to Bern, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Geneva – Bern

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Geneva – Bern Train

The best way to pay less for your Geneva to Bern train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Geneva to Bern, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Geneva to Bern and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Geneva - Bern. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Which companies operate the train from Geneva to Bern?

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

SBB

Travel from Geneva 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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What travel classes are available on the Geneva to Bern train?

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

SBB

Travel from Geneva 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 Geneva - Bern allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.

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

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Geneva 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.

Geneva to Bern train schedule for Tuesday 4 August 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
4h 08m	6h 56m	2h 48m	SBB	Booking
4h 08m Geneve Cornavin SBB 18401 4h 17m Coppet 4h 24m Nyon 4h 29m Gland 4h 34m Rolle 4h 38m Allaman 4h 47m Morges 4h 54m Renens Vd 4h 59m Lausanne Connection: 41 min 5h 40m Lausanne SBB 2507 5h 57m Palezieux 6h 13m Romont 6h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 6h 56m Bern
5h 20m	7h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
5h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 707 5h 34m Nyon 5h 50m Morges 5h 58m Renens Vd 6h 06m Lausanne 7h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 7h 26m Bern
5h 54m	7h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
5h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2509 6h 07m Nyon 6h 24m Morges 6h 37m Lausanne 6h 57m Palezieux 7h 13m Romont 7h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 7h 56m Bern
6h 20m	8h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
6h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 709 6h 34m Nyon 6h 50m Morges 6h 58m Renens Vd 7h 06m Lausanne 8h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 8h 26m Bern
6h 54m	8h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
6h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2511 7h 07m Nyon 7h 24m Morges 7h 37m Lausanne 7h 57m Palezieux 8h 13m Romont 8h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 8h 56m Bern
7h 20m	9h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
7h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 711 7h 34m Nyon 7h 50m Morges 7h 58m Renens Vd 8h 06m Lausanne 9h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 9h 26m Bern
7h 54m	9h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
7h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2513 8h 07m Nyon 8h 24m Morges 8h 37m Lausanne 8h 57m Palezieux 9h 13m Romont 9h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 9h 56m Bern
8h 20m	10h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
8h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 713 8h 34m Nyon 8h 50m Morges 8h 58m Renens Vd 9h 06m Lausanne 10h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 10h 26m Bern
8h 54m	10h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
8h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2515 9h 07m Nyon 9h 24m Morges 9h 37m Lausanne 9h 57m Palezieux 10h 13m Romont 10h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 10h 56m Bern
9h 20m	11h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
9h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 715 9h 34m Nyon 9h 50m Morges 9h 58m Renens Vd 10h 06m Lausanne 11h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 11h 26m Bern
9h 54m	11h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
9h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2517 10h 07m Nyon 10h 24m Morges 10h 37m Lausanne 10h 57m Palezieux 11h 13m Romont 11h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 11h 56m Bern
10h 20m	12h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
10h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 717 10h 34m Nyon 10h 50m Morges 10h 58m Renens Vd 11h 06m Lausanne 12h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 12h 26m Bern
10h 54m	12h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
10h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2519 11h 07m Nyon 11h 24m Morges 11h 37m Lausanne 11h 57m Palezieux 12h 13m Romont 12h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 12h 56m Bern
11h 20m	13h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
11h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 719 11h 34m Nyon 11h 50m Morges 11h 58m Renens Vd 12h 06m Lausanne 13h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 13h 26m Bern
11h 54m	13h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
11h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2521 12h 07m Nyon 12h 24m Morges 12h 37m Lausanne 12h 57m Palezieux 13h 13m Romont 13h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 13h 56m Bern
12h 20m	14h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
12h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 721 12h 34m Nyon 12h 50m Morges 12h 58m Renens Vd 13h 06m Lausanne 14h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 14h 26m Bern
12h 54m	14h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
12h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2523 13h 07m Nyon 13h 24m Morges 13h 37m Lausanne 13h 57m Palezieux 14h 13m Romont 14h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 14h 56m Bern
13h 20m	15h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
13h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 723 13h 34m Nyon 13h 50m Morges 13h 58m Renens Vd 14h 06m Lausanne 15h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 15h 26m Bern
13h 54m	15h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
13h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2525 14h 07m Nyon 14h 24m Morges 14h 37m Lausanne 14h 57m Palezieux 15h 13m Romont 15h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 15h 56m Bern
14h 20m	16h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
14h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 725 14h 34m Nyon 14h 50m Morges 14h 58m Renens Vd 15h 06m Lausanne 16h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 16h 26m Bern
14h 54m	16h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
14h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2527 15h 07m Nyon 15h 24m Morges 15h 37m Lausanne 15h 57m Palezieux 16h 13m Romont 16h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 16h 56m Bern
15h 20m	17h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
15h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 727 15h 34m Nyon 15h 50m Morges 15h 58m Renens Vd 16h 06m Lausanne 17h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 17h 26m Bern
15h 54m	17h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
15h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2529 16h 07m Nyon 16h 24m Morges 16h 37m Lausanne 16h 57m Palezieux 17h 13m Romont 17h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 17h 56m Bern
16h 20m	18h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
16h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 729 16h 34m Nyon 16h 50m Morges 16h 58m Renens Vd 17h 06m Lausanne 18h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 18h 26m Bern
16h 54m	18h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
16h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2531 17h 07m Nyon 17h 24m Morges 17h 37m Lausanne 17h 57m Palezieux 18h 13m Romont 18h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 18h 56m Bern
17h 20m	19h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
17h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 731 17h 34m Nyon 17h 50m Morges 17h 58m Renens Vd 18h 06m Lausanne 19h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 19h 26m Bern
17h 54m	19h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
17h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2533 18h 07m Nyon 18h 24m Morges 18h 37m Lausanne 18h 57m Palezieux 19h 13m Romont 19h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 19h 56m Bern
18h 20m	20h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
18h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 733 18h 34m Nyon 18h 50m Morges 18h 58m Renens Vd 19h 06m Lausanne 20h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 20h 26m Bern
18h 54m	20h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
18h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2535 19h 07m Nyon 19h 24m Morges 19h 37m Lausanne 19h 57m Palezieux 20h 13m Romont 20h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 20h 56m Bern
19h 20m	21h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
19h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 735 19h 34m Nyon 19h 50m Morges 19h 58m Renens Vd 20h 06m Lausanne 21h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 21h 26m Bern
19h 54m	21h 56m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
19h 54m Geneve Cornavin SBB 2537 20h 07m Nyon 20h 24m Morges 20h 37m Lausanne 20h 57m Palezieux 21h 13m Romont 21h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 21h 56m Bern
20h 20m	22h 26m	2h 06m	SBB	Booking
20h 20m Geneve Cornavin SBB 737 20h 34m Nyon 20h 50m Morges 20h 58m Renens Vd 21h 06m Lausanne 22h 01m Fribourg/Freiburg 22h 26m Bern
20h 38m	22h 56m	2h 18m	SBB	Booking
20h 38m Geneve Cornavin SBB 18487 20h 48m Coppet 20h 54m Nyon 20h 59m Gland 21h 03m Rolle 21h 09m Allaman 21h 15m Morges 21h 23m Renens Vd 21h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 21h 40m Lausanne SBB 2539 21h 57m Palezieux 22h 13m Romont 22h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 22h 56m Bern
21h 24m	23h 26m	2h 02m	SBB	Booking
21h 24m Geneve Cornavin SBB 1739 21h 38m Nyon 21h 56m Morges 22h 04m Renens Vd 22h 12m Lausanne Connection: 05 min 22h 17m Lausanne SBB 739 23h 02m Fribourg/Freiburg 23h 26m Bern
21h 38m	23h 56m	2h 18m	SBB	Booking
21h 38m Geneve Cornavin SBB 18489 21h 47m Coppet 21h 54m Nyon 21h 59m Gland 22h 05m Rolle 22h 09m Allaman 22h 17m Morges 22h 24m Renens Vd 22h 29m Lausanne Connection: 11 min 22h 40m Lausanne SBB 2541 22h 57m Palezieux 23h 13m Romont 23h 32m Fribourg/Freiburg 23h 56m Bern
22h 39m	1h 00m	2h 21m	SBB	Booking
22h 39m Geneve Cornavin SBB 18491 22h 48m Coppet 22h 54m Nyon 22h 59m Gland 23h 05m Rolle 23h 09m Allaman 23h 17m Morges 23h 24m Renens Vd 23h 29m Lausanne Connection: 15 min 23h 44m Lausanne SBB 2543 0h 00m Palezieux 0h 15m Romont 0h 33m Fribourg/Freiburg 0h 39m Duedingen 0h 50m Flamatt 1h 00m Bern

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