The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Paris
Cheapest price
£201
Average price
£201
Fastest journey
5 h 47 m
Average duration
5 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Paris will cost around £201 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £201.
To travel from Bern to Paris you need to make at least one change.
ICE 372 · ICE 95909:045h47Bern Hauptbahnhof14:51Paris Gare de l'Est£2011One-way1 change
ICE 372 · ICE 95909:045h47Bern Hauptbahnhof14:51Paris Gare de l'Est£2011One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bern to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £205.
Distance: 435 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£222 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £194 Average Price |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bern to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Paris trains for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1 709 | 709+ 9226 | 8:31 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 11h07 | 19:38 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
IC 1 709 | 709+ 9218 | 8:31 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 7h07 | 15:38 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
IR 35 2363 | 2363+ 9226 | 8:38 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 11h00 | 19:38 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
IR 35 2373 | 2373+ 9234 | 13:38 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 9h06 | 22:44 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
IR 35 2373 | 2373+ 9226 | 13:38 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h00 | 19:38 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
IC 8 10821 | 10821+ 9234 | 14:02 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h42 | 22:44 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
IC 8 10821 | 10821+ 9226 | 14:02 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 5h36 | 19:38 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
IR 17 2825 | 2825 · IR 55 1775 | 1775+ 9234 | 14:07 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h37 | 22:44 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 changes | |
IC 1 721 | 721+ 9234 | 14:31 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h13 | 22:44 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
EC 62 | 62 · IC 5 525 | 525+ 9234 | 14:33 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h11 | 22:44 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Paris
Trains from Bern to Paris run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £205 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 435 km distance in 5h 47m.
Distance 435 km |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £205 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 5h 47m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 19:22 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, SBB, Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Bern to Paris trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, SBB, Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Paris from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
TGV
SBB
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Bern to Paris train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bern and Paris
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
- Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est
- La Consigne
- Starbucks
- Factory & Co
- La Place
- McDonald's
- Mon Chou
- Go Johnny Go
- Maison Pradier
- PAUL
- & many more
- The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4.
- Hotel Whistler
- Hôtel LOCOMO
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Located between Tracks 15 and 18.
- Metro lines: 4, 5, 7
- Bus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
- Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
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