The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€141
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
82
Distance
422 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Of the 82 trains that leave Berlin Hbf for Frankfurt am Main on Sun, Nov 30, 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct trains cover the 422 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest trains will take 4 h 8 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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ICE 1033 · ICE 728
ICE 1033
ICE 593
ICE 101
ICE 9590
ICE 1035
ICE 1133
ICE 1033
ICE 593Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €97.
Distance: 422 km
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Live departures
Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 595 | On time 6:26 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h18 | 10:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 595 · S 9 | On time 6:26 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h48 | 11:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1035 · ICE 724 | On time 6:57 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h25 | 11:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1035 | 6:57 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h59 | 10:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 7:10 AM Berlin Hbf | 9h50 | 5:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 279 | On time 7:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h15 | 11:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 279+ HLB 28638 | On time 7:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h43 | 12:12 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 642 · ICE 575 | On time 7:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h32 | 12:18 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 642 · ICE 575 | On time 7:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h14 | 12:00 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 652 · ICE 1083+ HLB 28642 | On time 7:57 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h15 | 1:12 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 652 · ICE 1083 | On time 7:57 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h43 | 12:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 597 · S 9 | On time 8:26 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h48 | 1:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 597 | On time 8:26 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h18 | 12:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 942 · ICE 75 · ICE 720 | On time 8:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h34 | 1:20 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 942 · ICE 75 | On time 8:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h14 | 1:00 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 146 · ICE 1579 | On time 9:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h02 | 2:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 146 · ICE 1579 · ICE 122 | On time 9:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h32 | 2:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain | 9:25 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h08 | 2:33 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 371+ HLB 28668 | On time 9:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h44 | 2:12 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 371 | On time 9:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h16 | 1:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 640 · ICE 577 | On time 9:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h32 | 2:18 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 640 · ICE 577 | On time 9:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h14 | 2:00 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1219 | On time 10:25 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h19 | 2:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 9590+ HLB 28652 | On time 10:54 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h18 | 3:12 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9590 | 10:54 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h58 | 2:52 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 373+ HLB 28654 | On time 11:30 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h42 | 4:12 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 373 | On time 11:30 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h14 | 3:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 548 · ICE 579 | On time 11:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h32 | 4:18 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 548 · ICE 579 | On time 11:46 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h15 | 4:01 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 11:49 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h42 | 4:31 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 691 | On time 12:28 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h16 | 4:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 691 · S 9 | On time 12:28 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h46 | 5:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1039 | On time 12:57 PM Berlin Hbf | 3h59 | 4:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1039 · ICE 622 | On time 12:57 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h23 | 5:20 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 375 | On time 1:32 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h12 | 5:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 375+ HLB 28678 | On time 1:32 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h40 | 6:12 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 546 · ICE 771 | On time 1:46 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h14 | 6:00 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 546 · ICE 771 | On time 1:46 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h32 | 6:18 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 1:50 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h35 | 10:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 1:50 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h43 | 6:33 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 693 · S 9 | On time 2:25 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h49 | 7:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 693 | On time 2:25 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h19 | 6:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1131 · ICE 528 | On time 2:57 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h23 | 7:20 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1131 | On time 2:57 PM Berlin Hbf | 3h59 | 6:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 140 · ICE 1675 · S 9 | 3:06 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h38 | 8:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
ICE 140 · ICE 1675 | 3:06 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h02 | 8:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 377+ HLB 28666 | On time 3:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h42 | 8:12 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 377 | On time 3:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h13 | 7:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 544 · ICE 773 | On time 3:46 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h14 | 8:00 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 695 · S 9 | On time 4:28 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h46 | 9:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 695 | On time 4:28 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h16 | 8:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 844 · ICE 273 | On time 4:46 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h14 | 9:00 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 844 · ICE 273 · ICE 524 | On time 4:46 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h34 | 9:20 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 877 · RB 29588 | On time 4:55 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h11 | 10:06 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 877 | On time 4:55 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h49 | 9:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 542 · ICE 775 | 5:46 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h32 | 10:18 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 542 · ICE 775 | 5:46 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h14 | 10:00 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 687 | 6:25 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h23 | 10:48 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 687 · RB 29590 | On time 6:25 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h41 | 11:06 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 699 | 7:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h54 | 1:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 699 | 7:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h38 | 1:32 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 271 | On time 10:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 6h04 | 4:37 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 271 · S 8 | On time 10:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 6h26 | 4:59 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 101 | 11:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h27 | 6:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 101 · ICE 571 | On time 11:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h38 | 8:00 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 101 · S 9 | 11:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h06 | 7:28 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 101 · ICE 571 | On time 11:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h56 | 8:18 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, November 30 | |||||
ICE 593 | On time 4:36 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h08 | 8:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 593 · S 9 | On time 4:36 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h38 | 9:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1033 · ICE 728 | 4:51 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h29 | 9:20 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1033 | 4:51 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h05 | 8:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 277 | 5:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h15 | 9:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 277+ HLB 28632 | 5:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h43 | 10:12 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 5:50 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h43 | 10:33 AM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 5:50 AM Berlin Hbf | 9h35 | 3:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Trains from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main run on average 29 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 422 km distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 422 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 21:34 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin Hbf and Frankfurt am Main from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
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FAQs: Trains from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- Wunderbar
- Pizza Ciro
- Schiffsmeldestelle
- Mainod
- Lindner Congress Hotel Frankfurt
- Parkside Hotel
- Höchster Hof
- Hotel am Schloss
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- Hiroshi
- Genießertreff
- Urfa
- Pizzeria Charly Braun
- 25h
- Admiral Hotel
- Alexander am Zoo
- Hotel am Zoo
- VierF
- Lindner Hotel & Sports Academy
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Imperial
- Sophien Hotel
- Hotel Isha
- Pizzeria Da Angelo
- Miro Pizza Döner
- Pizzeria Sun
- My Masala
- Bier-Hannes
- Exenberger - Die Werkskantine
- Gastätte Campingplatz
- Armonia
- Hotel Mainstation
- Hotel Alfa
- Kantine West
- Café Campus
- Restaurant Casa Italia im Clubhaus des Höchster Tennis- und Hockey-Club 1899 e.V.
- Pizzeria La Rusticana
- Haus Barz
- Pizzeria Cassavia
- Topsis Burger
- Öz Antep Dönerhaus
- Pizzeria Pomodoro
- Hotel Post
- McDonald's
- Rama V
- Curry Club
- Bella Mia
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- Mainhaus Stadthotel
- Hotel Ritter
- Holbein's
- Pizzeria Amalfi
- Pizza Hut
- Frankfurter Botschaft
- Senator Hotel Frankfurt
- Ibis Frankfurt Centrum
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Estragon
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- Hotel Villa Orange
- Istanbul
- Dein Döner
- Da Massimo
- Damiro Westsite
- Attaché
- Fair Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel Frankfurt City
- Hotel Lloyed
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Der Fette Bulle
- Cafe Liebfrauenberg
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- Comfort Hotel Frankfurt City Center
- Münchener Hof
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Pizzeria San Marco
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Sissi und Franz
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Hotel West an der Bockenheimer Warte
- Attaché
- Art-Hotel Robert Mayer
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- The italian
- Imbiss Zum "Hans Worscht"
- B'mine Frankfurt Airport
- Moxy Frankfurt Airport
- Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport
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