What is the cheapest way to get from Canton Ticino to Bern?

The cheapest way to get from Canton Ticino to Bern is to bus and train which costs SFr 28 - SFr 45 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canton Ticino to Bern?

The fastest way to get from Canton Ticino to Bern is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Canton Ticino and Bern?

No, there is no direct train from Canton Ticino to Bern. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Bern via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Canton Ticino to Bern?

The distance between Canton Ticino and Bern is 294 km. The road distance is 241.9 km.

How do I travel from Canton Ticino to Bern without a car?

The best way to get from Canton Ticino to Bern without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 3h 9m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 140.

How long does it take to get from Canton Ticino to Bern?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Canton Ticino to Bern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canton Ticino to Bern train from?

Canton Ticino to Bern train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Lugano station.

Where does the Canton Ticino to Bern train arrive?

Canton Ticino to Bern train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Canton Ticino to Bern?

Yes, the driving distance between Canton Ticino to Bern is 242 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Canton Ticino to Bern.

How do I get a train ticket from Canton Ticino to Bern?

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Where can I stay near Bern?

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Canton Ticino to Bern - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Canton Ticino to Bern by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, or car

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Train via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Berntrain Ic1 / ...
3h 9m
CHF 75–136
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
2. Take the train from Wolhusen to Berntrain Re7
6h 5m
CHF 28–43
Drive 241.9 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Berncar 241.9 km
3h 1m
CHF 41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Berntrain Ic
4h 56m
CHF 95–149

Canton Ticino to Bern by train

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3h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 293.7 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Canton Ticino, Switzerland and Bern, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lugano to Bern via Zuerich Hb and Zürich HB in around 3h 9m.

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