The cheapest and fastest trains from Saarbrücken to Bern
Cheapest price
£96
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saarbrücken to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saarbrücken to Bern will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £96.
To travel from Saarbrücken to Bern you need to make at least 2 changes.
RE 4140 · ICE 71 · IC 623
RE 4140 · ICE 71 · IR 2473 · IR 2172
RE 4102 · ICE 277 · EC 973
RE 4102 · ICE 277 · EC 973
RE 4140 · ICE 71 · IR 2473 · IR 2172
RE 4140 · ICE 71 · IC 623Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Saarbrücken to Bern
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 50m. 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 £18, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 257 km
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£69 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg 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
Saarbrücken to Bern train times
The table below shows live departures for Saarbrücken to Bern trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 4140 · ICE 71 · IC 623 | On time 07:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h39 | 13:26 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
RE 4140 · ICE 71 · IR 2473 · IR 2172 | On time 07:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h37 | 13:24 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 3 changes | |
RE 4102 · ICE 277 · EC 973 | On time 08:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 5h09 | 13:56 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saarbrücken to Bern
Trains from Saarbrücken to Bern run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 257 km distance in 5h 9m.
Distance 257 km |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 9m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Saarbrücken to Bern trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Saarbrücken and Bern from £18. 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: Saarbrücken to Bern train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saarbrücken 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Saarbrücken 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: 07:00 - 19:00
- Il Giardino
- Eiscafe Jesolo
- Pizza Hut
- Brauhaus zum Stiefel
- Premier Inn Saarbrücken City Centre Hotel
- Mercure SB City
- Europa Hotel Saarbrücken
- Hotel Stadt Hamburg Saarbrücken
- 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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