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Kunstmuseum Bern
Major art museum with works from the Middle Ages to the present and changing exhibitions in a central Bern location.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£67
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£90
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
5 h 12 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
7 h 32 m
Trains on 23 Sept
5
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Innsbruck to Bern will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
To travel from Innsbruck to Bern you need to make at least one change.
IC 19936 · IC 718+
EC 196
RJX19938+
IC 722+
REX 1+
EC 194
RJ 13478+
IC 720
Regionale 16033 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+
EuroCity 64
Regionale 16033 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+
EuroCity 64
RJ 13478+
IC 720
IC 19936 · IC 718+
EC 196
RJX19938+
IC 722+
REX 1+
EC 194
Regionale 16033 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+
EuroCity 64
Regionale 16033 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+
EuroCity 64Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 301 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £125 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Innsbruck to Bern:
A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Bern costing on average £77.
Other travel options to Bern take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 7m.
The journey is about 5m faster (4h 48m by train vs 4h 53m by car) and roughly £48 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£77 vs £125). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Bern trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 16033 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 64 | 7:20 Gossensaß Colle-Isarco | 11h05 | 18:25 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16033 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 64 | 7:27 Vipiteno Sterzing | 10h58 | 18:25 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
IC 19936+ EC 196+ IC 718 | 8:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h12 | 13:28 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
RJ 13478+ IC 720 | 9:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h12 | 14:28 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
RJX19938+ REX 1+ EC 194+ IC 722 | 10:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h12 | 15:28 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 changes |
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Trains from Innsbruck to Bern run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 301 km distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 301 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:02 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Bern — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bern trip today.
Major art museum with works from the Middle Ages to the present and changing exhibitions in a central Bern location.
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Arcaded medieval streets, fountains and sandstone buildings make this the essential area for walking, shopping and city views.
Rose garden on a hillside above the river, offering classic panoramas over Bern’s rooftops, bridges and cathedral.
Riverside park and terrace beside the Federal Palace, popular for relaxing and for open views towards the Aare valley and Alps.
A hearty Bernese platter of smoked pork, beef tongue, sausages, sauerkraut and beans. It is a classic festive dish strongly associated with Bern.
A rich potato dish from the Bern region, cooked with potatoes, onions, bacon and cheese. It is a rustic farmhouse speciality of the Emmental.
A strong hard cheese from the Bernese Oberland and Emmental area. It is one of Switzerland’s best-known traditional cheeses and often served in slices or fondue.
Elegant dining room overlooking the River Aare, serving refined seasonal cuisine with Swiss ingredients and polished service.
Long-standing Bern institution known for hearty Swiss specialities, sausages and rösti in a lively, wood-panelled tavern atmosphere.
Historic cellar restaurant serving classic Swiss dishes such as fondue and rösti in a traditional vaulted setting in the Old Town.
Bern is pricier than most European cities, with high hotel, dining and local transport costs for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up bills or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Small tips are common in cafés and taxis.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Innsbruck to Bern 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 Bern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Innsbruck to Bern trains use the Innsbruck Hbf to Bern Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Innsbruck and Bern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
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.
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