Travelling from Bern to Chamonix by train

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

The fastest trains from Bern to Chamonix take around 3 hours and 38 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 122 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bern is scheduled to depart at around  05:02. The last departure is usually at around 23:37 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bern at around 05:02, with the last train leaving at around 19:34. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 28 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 31 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$94.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Chamonix, 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 Chamonix.

Is there a direct train from Bern to Chamonix?

The journey between Bern and Chamonix usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those 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 around departures.

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

The Bern to Chamonix train travel takes about 3 hours and 38 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bern to Chamonix train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Chamonix leaving Bern at around 05:02 and the last train leaving at around 23:37 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bern at around 05:02, with the final departure at 19:34.