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What is the best way to travel from Essen to Bern?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Bern from Essen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
13h 15m
£38
£40
2
Train
5h 56m
£60
£65
14

What is the cheapest way to reach Bern from Essen?

You can reach Bern with just £38 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £60
Sunday
from £40
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from £38

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 57m
    0
    06:59
    Essen
    Central Station
    14:56
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £60
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 56m
    0
    06:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    11:56
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 57m
    0
    08:59
    Essen
    Central Station
    14:56
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 56m
    0
    12:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    17:56
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 16m
    0
    12:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    20:56
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    13h 15m
    0
    16:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    05:15
    Bern
    Bern Car Terminal Neufeld
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    16h 40m
    0
    12:15
    Essen
    Central Station
    04:55
    Bern
    Bern Car Terminal Neufeld
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    16h 40m
    0
    12:15
    Essen
    Central Station
    04:55
    Bern
    Bern Car Terminal Neufeld
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • FlixBus
    13h 15m
    0
    16:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    05:15
    Bern
    Bern Car Terminal Neufeld
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39

What are the fastest trips from Essen to Bern?

You can get to Bern from Essen in just 5h 56m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 5h 56m
Sunday
from 13h 15m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 13h 15m

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 56m
    0
    06:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    11:56
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 56m
    0
    12:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    17:56
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 57m
    0
    08:59
    Essen
    Central Station
    14:56
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 57m
    0
    06:59
    Essen
    Central Station
    14:56
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £60
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 16m
    0
    12:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    20:56
    Bern
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    13h 15m
    0
    16:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    05:15
    Bern
    Bern Car Terminal Neufeld
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    16h 40m
    0
    12:15
    Essen
    Central Station
    04:55
    Bern
    Bern Car Terminal Neufeld
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    13h 15m
    0
    16:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    05:15
    Bern
    Bern Car Terminal Neufeld
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    16h 40m
    0
    12:15
    Essen
    Central Station
    04:55
    Bern
    Bern Car Terminal Neufeld
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Essen to Bern

What are the most popular stations in Essen and Bern?

In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Bern you will be arriving at Bern Car Terminal Neufeld, Schanzenstrasse Bus Stop or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bern from Essen? With 3 connections between 2 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Essen and Bern, you can pay as low as £38 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Bern in just 5h 56m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Essen and Bern are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Essen and Bern is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gelsenkirchen or to Köniz, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Bern Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Essen to Bern?

The most popular companies between Essen and Bern, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Bern

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Bern. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Essen to Bern

How can I reach Bern from Essen?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Bern from Essen.

How far is Bern from Essen?

The distance between Essen and Bern is 502.2 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Bern?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 14 kgs of CO2, a train 18 kgs, a car 85 kgs, and a flight 124 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Bern?

You can get to Bern with just £38 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Bern?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bern in just 5h 56m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Essen and to Bern

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Bern. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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