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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Bern
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
8 h 2 m
Average duration
8 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
759 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Bern will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Hamburg for Bern 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 759 km distance in an average of 8 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 28 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.
07:248h32
Hamburg15:56Bern
£811One-way
0 changes
04:188h06
Hamburg12:24Bern
£831One-way
0 changes
08:248h02
Hamburg16:26Bern
£941One-way
0 changes
20:4612h10
Hamburg08:56Bern
£941One-way
0 changes
06:248h02
Hamburg14:26Bern
£1271One-way
0 changes
08:248h02
Hamburg16:26Bern
£941One-way
0 changes
06:248h02
Hamburg14:26Bern
£1271One-way
0 changes
04:188h06
Hamburg12:24Bern
£831One-way
0 changes
05:298h27
Hamburg13:56Bern
£1271One-way
0 changes
06:288h28
Hamburg14:56Bern
£1311One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Hamburg to Bern
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Bern 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 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £122.
Distance: 759 km
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£111 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest | £207 Average Price |
9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 55m Average total duration 14h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Bern train times
Showing trains for today, Tuesday 4 November
Last updated at 19:28
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:08 Hamburg | 11h16 | 07:24 Bern | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 5 November | |||||
| 04:18 Hamburg | 8h06 | 12:24 Bern | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:29 Hamburg | 8h27 | 13:56 Bern | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:24 Hamburg | 8h02 | 14:26 Bern | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:28 Hamburg | 8h28 | 14:56 Bern | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:24 Hamburg | 8h02 | 16:26 Bern | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Bern
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Hamburg to Bern run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £36
Distance 759 km |
Average train duration 8h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 7h 50m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:36 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £36
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Bern trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg and Bern from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest Price
£55
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Hamburg to Bern train
FAQs: Travel by train from Hamburg to Bern 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 Hamburg to Bern.
Booking trains from Hamburg to Bern in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Hamburg to Bern is 759 km.
To get from Hamburg to Bern, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg to Bern can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £46, while the average price tends to be around £111.
The train journey from Hamburg to Bern covers a distance of 759 km and takes approximately 7h 50m. Trains run 10 per day.
The first train from Hamburg to Bern leaves at 0:02.
The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Bern is by coach, costing approximately £36.
The train station in Hamburg that goes to Bern is Hamburg Hbf, and it arrives at Bern Hauptbahnhof.
The last train from Hamburg to Bern departs at 23:36.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg to Bern.
Trains from Hamburg to Bern run approximately 10 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hamburg to Bern.
There is no night train service from Hamburg to Bern.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Bern
Hamburg
Bern
The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg-Harburg. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg-Harburg for your trip from Hamburg to Bern.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
Hotel
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
Hamburg Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
Hotel
- Leonardo Inn Airport
Hamburg Dammtor
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
Hotel
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
Hotel
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
Distance to city center
15 kmDining
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
Hotel
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
9 kmDining
- Asia Lam
- Dutch
- Schweinske
- Sultan's Kepub
The major train station for arrivals in Bern is Bern Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bern Hauptbahnhof for your journey to Bern from Hamburg.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
17Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
Dining
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
Public transport options for Bern Hauptbahnhof
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
Bern, Bahnhof
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
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