- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Cheapest price
£126
Average price
£153
Fastest journey
8 h 21 m
Average duration
9 h 37 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
689 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Rome will cost around £153 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £126.
To travel from Bern to Rome you need to make at least one change.
EuroCity 65+
Regionale Veloce 2034+
InterCityNotte 797
EuroCity 61+
Intercity 597
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 9559
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433
EuroCity 61+
FRECCIAROSSA 9535
EuroCity 61+
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433
EuroCity 61+
FRECCIAROSSA 9535
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 9559
EuroCity 61+
Intercity 597Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, and a train costs an average of £92.
Distance: 689 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£148 Average Price | £88 Average Price Cheapest | £132 Average Price |
9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 10m Average total duration 15h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Rome trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 9535+ EuroCity 61 | 7:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h51 | 16:25 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ EuroCity 61 | 7:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h21 | 15:55 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 61+ Intercity 597 | 7:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 13h33 | 21:07 Rome Tiburtina | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ EuroCity 63 | 11:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h40 | 20:14 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9809 · FRECCIAROSSA 9323+ EuroCity 63 | 11:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h31 | 20:05 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ EuroCity 65 | 13:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h26 | 22:00 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9559+ EuroCity 65 | 13:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h56 | 22:30 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 65+ Regionale Veloce 2034+ InterCityNotte 797 | 13:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 16h28 | 6:02 Rome Tiburtina | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Bern to Rome run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £92 but you can travel from only £52 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 689 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 689 km |
Average train duration 8h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £92 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 5m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 18:34 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Rome — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rome trip today.
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Superb Capitoline collections on Michelangelo's square, showcasing ancient sculpture, bronzes, and Rome's civic history.
Outstanding gallery in a villa setting, celebrated for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael.
Baroque square with fountains and lively street life, ideal for people-watching and a classic Rome atmosphere.
Famous staircase linking Piazza di Spagna to Trinità dei Monti, beloved for city scenes and elegant surroundings.
Bohemian quarter of lanes, piazzas, and nightlife, popular for evening strolls, local character, and riverside charm.
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. A city icon prized for its rich sauce and no cream tradition.
Pasta in a sharp, savoury sauce of guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic Roman favourite with roots in local trattoria cooking.
Simple Roman pasta made with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It shows the city’s love of bold flavour from few ingredients.
Michelin-starred restaurant by the Colosseum serving refined Roman cuisine in an elegant setting. Best for a fine-dining splurge.
Historic Trastevere trattoria known for classic Roman pasta and warm old-school rooms. A dependable choice for traditional local dishes.
Long-running Testaccio restaurant specialising in Roman quinto quarto and pasta. Informal, authentic and popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for a major Western European capital. Hotels in central areas are pricey, but dining and public transport are often cheaper than in Paris or London.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. In cafés, small change is enough; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Roma Termini -> Piazza Venezia, Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bern to Rome trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Roma Termini station pair, with some services arriving at Roma Tiburtina. Use this guide to compare Bern and Rome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
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