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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Bern
Cheapest price
£157
Average price
£164
Fastest journey
6 h 43 m
Average duration
9 h 34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Bern will cost around £164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £157.
To travel from Lyon to Bern you need to make at least 2 changes.
12176+
IR 35 2388 | 2388+
921311:3810h48Lyon Part Dieu22:26Bern Hauptbahnhof£1571One-way2 changes- 12176+IC 8 10836 | 10836+921311:3811h12Lyon Part Dieu22:50Bern Hauptbahnhof£1571One-way2 changes
- 12176+9213+IR 35 2376 | 237611:386h43Lyon Part Dieu18:21Bern Hauptbahnhof£1781One-way2 changes
- 12176+9213+IR 35 2376 | 237611:386h43Lyon Part Dieu18:21Bern Hauptbahnhof£1781One-way2 changes
- 12176+IR 35 2388 | 2388+921311:3810h48Lyon Part Dieu22:26Bern Hauptbahnhof£1571One-way2 changes
- 12176+IC 8 10836 | 10836+921311:3811h12Lyon Part Dieu22:50Bern Hauptbahnhof£1571One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Bern
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £95.
Distance: 240 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£115 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £338 Average Price |
4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 16m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Bern train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Bern trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5516+IC 1 736 | 736+9213 | On time 11:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 10h48 | 22:26 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
| 5516+IR 35 2376 | 2376+9213 | On time 11:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h43 | 18:21 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
| 5516+IC 906 | 906+9213 | On time 11:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h46 | 18:24 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
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Why should you book Lyon to Bern trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, but also compare tickets for the likes of SBB or Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to find the best option for your trip from Lyon to Bern.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lyon to Bern.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Lyon to Bern.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Bern
France
Switzerland
Trains from Lyon to Bern run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £114 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 17:38. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 240 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £114 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 1:25 |
Last train 17:38 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SBB, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Lyon to Bern trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SBB, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Lyon and Bern from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SBB
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Lyon to Bern train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon 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.
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