Driving from Berlin to Bern
Bern lies 753 km (468 mi) south-west of Berlin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 11 h 29 min without stops, over roughly 919 km (571 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Berlin | Bern | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Switzerland |
| Population | 3.4 million | 121,631 |
| Elevation | 43 m (141 ft) | 549 m (1,801 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) |
| Postal codes | 10115–14199 | 3000–3030 |
What changes when you arrive in Bern
Crossing from Germany into Switzerland: money changes from the Euro to the Franc (CHF); sockets are Euro, SN 441011; the dialling code becomes +41; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Where to book car hire from Berlin to Bern
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Staying in Bern
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Common questions
How far is Bern from Berlin?
753 km (468 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Berlin; by road roughly 919 km (571 mi).
How long does it take to get from Berlin to Bern by car?
About 11 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Berlin and Bern?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Bern?
The Franc (CHF).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.