Travelling from Bern to Bellinzona by train

Want to know how to get from Bern to Bellinzona by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Bern to Bellinzona take around 2 hours and 36 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 148 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bern is scheduled to depart at around  04:18. The last departure is usually at around 23:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bern at around 01:04, with the last train leaving at around 23:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 17 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 53 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$158.41.

We think any time is a great time to visit Bellinzona, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Bellinzona.

Is there a direct train from Bern to Bellinzona?

The journey between Bern and Bellinzona usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Bern to Bellinzona every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Bern to Bellinzona?

The Bern to Bellinzona train travel takes about 2 hours and 36 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bern to Bellinzona train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bellinzona leaving Bern at around 04:18 and the last train leaving at around 23:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bern at around 01:04, with the final departure at 23:00.