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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Thun

Showing times and prices for 15 Jun

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

19 m

Average duration

19 m

Trains per day

Distance

26 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Thun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bern to Thun will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Bern for Thun every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .

The slowest trains will take 21 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.

RE 1 4163 | 4163

08:390h21

Bern Hauptbahnhof

09:00Thun station

£211One-way

0 changes

IC 8 806 | 806

08:070h19

Bern Hauptbahnhof

08:26Thun station

£211One-way

0 changes

IC 61 959 | 959

08:040h19

Bern Hauptbahnhof

08:23Thun station

£211One-way

0 changes

IC 81 808 | 808

09:040h19

Bern Hauptbahnhof

09:23Thun station

£211One-way

0 changes

IC 61 333 | 333

08:340h19

Bern Hauptbahnhof

08:53Thun station

£211One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bern to Thun

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Thun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.

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Most popular Train	Coach
£21 Average Price	£21 Average Price Cheapest
1h 0m average duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 19m average duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bern to Thun train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 15 June

Last updated at 09:15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
IC 61 959 \| 959	06:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof	0h19	06:23 Thun station	0 changesdirect
IC 8 806 \| 806	06:07 Bern Hauptbahnhof	0h19	06:26 Thun station	0 changesdirect
IC 61 333 \| 333	06:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof	0h19	06:53 Thun station	0 changesdirect
RE 1 4163 \| 4163	06:39 Bern Hauptbahnhof	0h21	07:00 Thun station	0 changesdirect
IC 81 808 \| 808	07:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof	0h19	07:23 Thun station	0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bern to Thun

Switzerland

Trains from Bern to Thun run on average 8 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

25 km

Average train duration

30m

Cheapest ticket price

£21

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

18m

First train

00:09

Last train

22:42

Price information

Train providers: SBB and Deutsche Bahn trains Bern to Thun

For as little as £18 you can travel by train from Bern to Thun with SBB and Deutsche Bahn. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

SBB is the national railway company of Switzerland which operates trains between Bern and Thun. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and InterCityExpress. InterCity trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while Regio trains are the slowest, with speeds of up to 120 km/h. SBB also offers a variety of ticket types, such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for SBB are from Zurich to Geneva, Basel to Bern, and Geneva to Lausanne.

SBB from Bern to Thun train information:

Average Duration: 18 min
Cheapest Price: £20

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main operator of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Bern and Thun. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Bern to Thun train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 18 min
Cheapest Price: £18

FAQs: Bern to Thun train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bern to Thun easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bern to Thun.

Cheap train tickets from Bern to Thun can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bern to Thun is £21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Bern and Thun is on average 18 min for the 16 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Bern and Thun by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bern to Thun leaves at 00: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bern to Thun leaves at 23: 55.

Yes, there are 9 direct trains a day from Bern to Thun with SBB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the best Bern to Thun train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with SBB or Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Bern and Thun to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 55.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bern Hauptbahnhof, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Thun, located 0.4 miles (729 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Thun from Bern is worth doing with a journey time of 18 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Bern to Thun is October.

You have options as you can travel to Thun from Bern 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bern and Thun

Bern

Thun

The major train station for departures in Bern is Bern Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bern Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Bern to Thun.

Bern Hauptbahnhof Wifi