The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Zurich Airport
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Zurich Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Zurich Airport will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bern for Zurich Airport 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 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.










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Bern to Zurich Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Zurich Airport trains for today, Wednesday 14 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 81 809 | 809 · IC 5 511 | 511 | 07:02 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h09 | 08:11 Zurich Airport | 1 change | |
IC 81 809 | 809 | 07:02 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h12 | 08:14 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1 709 | 709 · IR 75 2113 | 2113 | 07:31 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h13 | 08:44 Zurich Airport | 1 change | |
IC 1 709 | 709 | 07:31 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h18 | 08:49 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 81 811 | 811 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 08:02 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h09 | 09:11 Zurich Airport | 1 change | |
IC 81 811 | 811 | 08:02 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1h12 | 09:14 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Zurich Airport
Trains from Bern to Zurich Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 17:31. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 101 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 06:02 |
Last train 17:31 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Bern to Zurich Airport trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Zurich Airport from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bern to Zurich Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bern and Zurich Airport
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Wankdorfallee.
- Restaurant Wankdorf
- Pizzeria Da Vinci
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf
- Novotel Bern Expo
- Ibis Bern Expo
- Located in the main hall
- 45 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Tram: Line 9
- Bus: Lines 20, 21, 28
- S-Bahn: S1, S2, S3, S31
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