Bern to Black Forest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

79.7 miles 128.3 km · straight line
99.7 miles estimated 160.4 km · driving distance
2h 0min estimated drive time
CHF 19 - CHF 24 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
24° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bern from Black Forest?

The distance from Bern to Black Forest is 79.7 miles (128.3 km) as the crow flies. Black Forest is located NNE of Bern. By car, the driving distance is approximately 99.7 miles, taking about 2h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Bern is in Switzerland, while Black Forest is in Germany.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bern and Black Forest. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bern to Black Forest

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 0min CHF 19 - CHF 24 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 24min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 54min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bern & Black Forest

Quick Facts

Bern
46.95°N, 7.45°E
Europe/Zurich
540m elevation
Black Forest
48.00°N, 8.15°E
Europe/Berlin
1000m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 312.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients