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Our top pick
Leave at 08:30 and travel via Cologne: 9h31 with 1 change, which is usually easy to make.
Watch the connection in Mannheim
Arriving on the ICE 225, you have 7 minutes. That connection was made on 0% of trips (measured July 2026, August 2026, September 2026). If in doubt, pick a later connection or a flexible ticket.
How punctual is this route?
This train is reliable: a normal connection time is fine.
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Train or plane?
Estimate| Train | Plane | |
|---|---|---|
| Door to door | ± 8h25 | ± 4h02 |
| CO₂ per person | ± 29 kg | ± 86 kg |
| Luggage | Suitcase included | Often extra |
| Arrival | City centre | Airport |
How we calculated this
- Train: fastest connection (8h00) plus 25 minutes to and from the station.
- Plane: about 0h52 in the air, plus 40 minutes taxiing and 2.5 hours for getting to the airport, check-in and security.
- CO₂ train: 828 km by rail × 0.035 kg/km. CO₂ plane: 681 km × 0.126 kg/km, including high-altitude effects.
- Source: UK Government GHG Conversion Factors 2025 (DESNZ).
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train from Amsterdam to Bern?
The fastest train from Amsterdam to Bern takes 8h00. Most journeys have 1 change.
Is there a direct train from Amsterdam to Bern?
No, you change trains at least 1 time, usually in Basel or Cologne.
Is there a night train from Amsterdam to Bern?
None of the connections we found use a night train, so you travel during the day.
Where can I book a train ticket to Bern?
You can compare prices at Omio. Booking early is usually cheaper, especially for ICE trains and night trains.
How punctual is the train to Bern?
The ICE 225 arrived on time in Köln Hbf on 97% of trips, with an average delay of 1 minutes (July 2026, August 2026, September 2026).
