The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Geneva
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Geneva will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bern for Geneva on Tue, Dec 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.
IC 1 710 | 710
IC 1 708 | 708
IR 15 2512 | 2512
IR 15 2510 | 2510
IR 66 3214 | 3214 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812
IC 1 710 | 710
IC 1 708 | 708
IR 15 2512 | 2512
IR 15 2510 | 2510
IR 66 3214 | 3214 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bern to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €34, and a bus costs an average of €67.
Distance: 80 miles (130 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€51 Average price Cheapest | €67 Average price |
2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bern to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Geneva trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1 704 | 704 | 5:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 7:25 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3210 | 3210 · IC 5 508 | 508 · IR 90 1808 | 1808 | 5:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 7:55 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2508 | 2508 | 6:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 706 | 706 | 6:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 8:25 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3212 | 3212 · IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 90 1810 | 1810 | 6:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 8:55 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 7:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 9:05 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 708 | 708 | 7:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 9:25 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 66 3214 | 3214 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 7:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 9:55 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h01 | 10:05 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h51 | 10:25 AM Geneva station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Geneva
Trains from Bern to Geneva run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€34) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Bern to Geneva trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Geneva from $43 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bern to Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bern to Geneva
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from the main road.
- Restaurant Rosengarten
- Restaurant Marzilibrücke
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Ibis Bern Expo
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Hotel National Bern
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 7, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Route de Chêne.
- Restaurant Le Jardin
- Café des Bains
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Diplomate
- Hotel Century
- Hotel Sagitta
- Located in the main hall
- 56 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to France and regional destinations
- Tram: Line 12, Line 17
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de Lausanne.
- Restaurant du Parc des Bastions
- Café de la Gare
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Eden
- Hotel Mon Repos
- Hotel N'vY
- Located in the main hall
- 187 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and international trains
- Tram: Line 15
- Bus: Lines 1, 11, 25, 28
- Train: SBB regional trains
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