How to get to Bern from Hanover

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Compare coach, train and flight for Hanover to Bern

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £58 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £58, while a flight costs an average of £411.

Distance: 625 km

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Compare ways to travel from Hanover to Bern

Compare the available ways to get from Hanover to Bern, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Bern is a coach with an average price of £58.

This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Bern:

A coach is £102 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Bern costing on average £160.

A coach is £353 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Bern costing on average £411.

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Bern is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 40m.

Other travel options to Bern take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 5m.

Coach takes on average 14h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hanover and Bern including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 28m faster (6h 35m by train vs 8h 3m by car) and roughly £1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£160 vs £160). 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.

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How to get to Bern from Hanover by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Hanover to Bern is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Bern by ferry

The most popular day trips by ferry from Bern are Thun, Interlaken, Lucerne, Zurich and Geneva. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Bern on Omio.

A view of Thun

Day trip from Bern to Thun by ferry

Why visit Thun for the day?

Thun is known for its medieval old town, hilltop castle and striking position on the Aare by Lake Thun. With raised pavements, waterside views and the Bernese Alps nearby, it feels scenic yet lived-in.

A view of Interlaken

Day trip from Bern to Interlaken by ferry

Why visit Interlaken for the day?

Interlaken sits between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz and is known as a gateway to the Jungfrau region. Its grand old hotels, riverfront setting and steady outdoor buzz give the town a polished but relaxed Alpine feel.

A view of Lucerne

Day trip from Bern to Lucerne by ferry

Why visit Lucerne for the day?

Lucerne is known for its medieval old town, the Chapel Bridge and its setting on Lake Lucerne beneath the mountains. Historic streets and a calm waterfront give the city a distinctly Swiss character.

A view of Zurich

Day trip from Bern to Zurich by ferry

Why visit Zurich for the day?

Zurich combines a global financial role with a calm lakeside setting and a well-kept Altstadt. It is known for banking and shopping, but also for art, river bathing and a distinctly orderly Swiss feel.

A view of Geneva

Day trip from Bern to Geneva by ferry

Why visit Geneva for the day?

Geneva is known for diplomacy, watchmaking and its setting on Lake Geneva. It feels international yet compact, with elegant streets, a historic old town and strong French influence.

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FAQs: Hanover to Bern

Travel 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 Hanover to Bern.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hanover and Bern including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Bern is a coach with an average price of £58.

This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Bern:

A coach is £102 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Bern costing on average £160.

A coach is £353 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Bern costing on average £411.

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Bern is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 40m.

Other travel options to Bern take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 5m.

Coach takes on average 14h 53m.

The Hanover to Bern distance is approximately 625 km.
The average frequency per day from Hanover to Bern is:
  • Around 36 flights per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hanover and Bern as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hanover to Bern:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hanover Hbf and arrive in Bern Hauptbahnhof.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Hanover Central Station and arrive in Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hanover to Bern, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bern by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity to go to Bern by train.
  • Travel with KLM, British Airways, Air France, KLM Cityhopper, easyJet, Condor Flugdienst to go to Bern by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hanover to Bern:
  • 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Hanover to Bern often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Paris, Zurich, Interlaken, Geneva. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bern and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Hanover to Bern, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Bern, you can explore the Federal Palace, home to the Swiss Federal Assembly, and visit the Bern Historical Museum, which also houses the Einstein Museum. Wander through the charming streets of Bern's UNESCO-listed Old Town and admire the Zentrum Paul Klee, dedicated to the works of Paul Klee. Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Aare River. Discover the Zytglogge, a medieval clock tower with an astronomical clock, and the Bundeshaus, where Switzerland's parliament convenes. BearPark offers a scenic setting with bear enclosures along the Aare River. Visit Bern Cathedral for stunning views from its bell tower and enjoy the Rosengarten for panoramic vistas of the old town.
To fully explore Bern's historical sites, museums, and enjoy its charming old town, plan to spend about 2 to 3 days.

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