Distance from Munich to Bern
Munich → Bern
337 km
≈ 209 miles · 182 nautical miles
MunichBern
55 min
Flight (if direct)
4 h 52 min
Driving time (est.)
west-southwest
Direction (248°)
0 h
Time difference
About this route
Travelling from Munich to Bern covers 337 km (209 miles) on a great-circle path — a distance where flying saves many hours compared with the estimated 438 km by road.
The geographic midpoint of the route lies near Rucăr, Romania.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Straight-line distance | 337 km / 209 mi / 182 nmi |
| Estimated road distance | 438 km / 272 mi |
| Estimated flight time | 55 min — if a direct flight operates (805 km/h cruise) |
| Estimated driving time | 4 h 52 min (90 km/h average) |
| Initial bearing | 248° — west-southwest |
| Geographic midpoint | Near Rucăr, Romania |
| Time difference | Same time zone offset (UTC+01:00 → UTC+01:00) |
| Munich coordinates | 48.1374, 11.5755 |
| Bern coordinates | 46.9481, 7.4474 |
Flight and driving times are estimates. A direct flight may not be available between Munich and Bern — actual travel can require connections, and road routes are longer than the straight line.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Bern from Munich?
Bern is 337 km (209 miles) from Munich measured as a straight line (great-circle distance). The estimated road distance is about 438 km (272 mi).
How long is the flight from Munich to Bern?
If a direct flight operates between Munich and Bern, it would take approximately 55 min, based on an average cruising speed of 805 km/h (500 mph) plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing. Note that a direct flight may not be available on this route — actual travel may require a connecting flight or another mode of transport.
What is the time difference between Munich and Bern?
Bern has the same time zone offset. Munich uses UTC+01:00 and Bern uses UTC+01:00.
What is the halfway point between Munich and Bern?
The geographic midpoint between Munich and Bern is near Rucăr, Romania, roughly 168 km from each city.
In which direction is Bern from Munich?
Bern lies to the west-southwest of Munich, at an initial bearing of 248°.