There are 9 ways to get from Paris to Bern by train, bus, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train via Strasbourg
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Take the train from Paris l'Est to Strasbourg
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Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbb
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Take the train from Basel Sbb to Bern
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Paris to Bern
7 alternative options
Train
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Take the train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Belfort-Montbéliard TGV
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Take the train from Meroux to Biel/Bienne
Drive
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Drive from Paris Gallieni to Bern
Fly Paris Charles de Gaulle to Basel, train
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Fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to Basel (BSL)
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Take the train from Basel Sbb to Bern
Fly Paris Charles de Gaulle to Zurich, train
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Fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to Zurich (ZRH)
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Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Bern
Fly Paris Charles de Gaulle to Geneva, train
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Fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to Geneva (GVA)
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Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Bern
Fly Paris Orly to Geneva, train
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Fly from Paris Orly (ORY) to Geneva (GVA)
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Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Bern
Fly Paris Charles de Gaulle to Milan Malpensa, train
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Fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to Milan Malpensa (MXP)
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Take the train from Gallarate to Bern
Paris to Bern by train
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International entry into Switzerland from France
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of France
Conditions of entry into Switzerland from France
- There are no current restrictions
Rules to follow in Switzerland
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Considerations leaving from France
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into Switzerland is currently allowed from France.
Explore travel optionsDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are recommended
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Regional restriction measures in place
- Health pass is required for long-distance travel by plane, train or coach, as well as in some public venues
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Bern is 0041 58 463 00 00.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Bern is subject to regional advice.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 0041 58 463 00 00.
No, but conditions apply when returning to France from Switzerland.
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Last updated: 26 Jul 2022
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Paris to Bern is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 9h 40m.
The quickest way to get from Paris to Bern is to train via Strasbourg which costs €180 - €350 and takes 4h 44m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris and arriving at Bern. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 40m.
No, there is no direct train from Paris to Bern. However, there are services departing from Paris l'Est and arriving at Bern via Strasbourg and Basel Sbb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.
It is 435 km from Paris to Bern. It is approximately 566 km to drive.
The best way to get from Paris to Bern without a car is to train via Strasbourg which takes 4h 44m and costs €180 - €350.
It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Paris to Bern, including transfers.
Paris to Bern bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris station.
Paris to Bern train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris l'Est station.
The best way to get from Paris to Bern is to train via Strasbourg which takes 4h 44m and costs €180 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 9h 40m.
- Distance: 435 km
- Duration: 4h 44m
What companies run services between Paris, France and Bern, Switzerland?
You can take a train from Magenta to Bern via Strasbourg and Basel Sbb in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris to Bern once daily. Tickets cost SFr 30 - SFr 40 and the journey takes 9h 40m.
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Basel
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 6m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 60 - SFr 360
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 16m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 85 - SFr 460
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 65 - SFr 270
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 80 - SFr 500
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 90 - SFr 450
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Zurich via Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 85 - SFr 460
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 65 - SFr 270
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Geneva via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 110 - SFr 650
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Milan Malpensa via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 120 - SFr 480
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Paris Orly to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 35 - SFr 320
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 35 - SFr 240
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Basel via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 110 - SFr 600
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Zurich via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 130 - SFr 650
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Zurich via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- SFr 130 - SFr 650
Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Milan Malpensa via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 120 - SFr 550
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Paris l'Est to Strasbourg
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 46m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 90
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 70 - SFr 85
- 1st Class
- SFr 75 - SFr 90
Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Belfort-Montbéliard TGV
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 29m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 95
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 70 - SFr 85
- 1st Class
- SFr 75 - SFr 95
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Paris Est to Strasbourg Bahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 46m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 75 - SFr 110
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
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France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Paris l'Est to Strasbourg
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 46m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 50 - SFr 95
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 50 - SFr 75
- Rail 1st Class
- SFr 65 - SFr 95
Train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbb
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 17m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 17 - SFr 40
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 17 - SFr 26
- Rail 1st Class
- SFr 26 - SFr 40
Train from Meroux to Biel/Bienne
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 38m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 12 - SFr 28
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 12 - SFr 17
- Rail 1st Class
- SFr 19 - SFr 28
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Paris-Est to Strasbourg
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 58m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 130 - SFr 240
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Basel Sbb to Bern
- Ave. Duration
- 58 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- SFr 35 - SFr 65
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Zürich Flughafen to Bern
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 13m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- SFr 40 - SFr 80
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Genève-Aéroport to Bern
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 54m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 50 - SFr 90
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
- Phone
- +49 (0) 7531 915109
- info@sbb-deutschland.de
- Website
- sbb-deutschland.de
Train from Basel SBB to Bern
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Website
- SBB GmbH
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Gallarate to Bern
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 34m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 50 - SFr 120
- Website
- Trenitalia Eurocity
- 2nd Class
- SFr 50 - SFr 70
- 1st Class
- SFr 90 - SFr 120
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Paris to Bern
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 40m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 30 - SFr 40
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Basel Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 5m.
Paris to Bern bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bern station.
Paris to Bern train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Bern station.
Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Bern is 566 km. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Paris to Bern.
Lufthansa and Air France offer flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Basel Airport.
Book your Paris to Bern bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
There are 206+ hotels available in Bern. Prices start at SFr 87 per night.
The best way to get from Paris to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is to train which takes 34 min and costs €5 - €8.