The cheapest and fastest trains from Mainz to Bern
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
343 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Bern will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
Of the 1 trains that leave Mainz for Bern every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 343 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 14 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Mainz to Bern
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 343 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£64 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mainz to Bern train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 29501 · ICE 5 · IC 965 | On time 04:58 Mainz Hbf | 4h58 | 09:56 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
RE 29697 · S 6 · ICE 5 · IC 965 | On time 05:13 Mainz Hbf | 4h43 | 09:56 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 changes | |
ICE 711 · ICE 101 · IC 967 | On time 06:46 Mainz Hbf | 4h10 | 10:56 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
IC 2040 · ICE 275 | On time 07:42 Mainz Hbf | 4h14 | 11:56 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 change | |
RE 4491 · ICE 103 · IC 971 | 08:13 Mainz Hbf | 4h43 | 12:56 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mainz to Bern
Distance 343 km |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 14m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Mainz to Bern trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Mainz and Bern from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Mainz to Bern train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mainz and Bern
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Saturday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Mangal
- Asia Wok
- Bistrorante Midi
- McDonald's
- Advena Europa Hotel
- GuestHouse Mainz
- Terminus
- Hotel Moguntia
- 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
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