The average train between Bern and France takes 8h 22m and the fastest train takes 5h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Bern to France. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Bern and France. The earliest departure is at 6:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bern is at 6:33 PM which arrives into France at 8:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 8h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bern to France? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bern to France. However, there are services departing from Bern station and arriving at France station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.
Bern to France train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Bern station.
Bern to France train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Paris Gare De Lyon station.
The distance between Bern and France is 425 km. The road distance is 623 km.
You can take a train from Bern to Hôtel de Ville via Basel SBB, Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Gare de Lyon in around 6h 19m.