The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Saarbrücken
Cheapest price
€53
Average price
€132
Fastest journey
6 h 17 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
580 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Saarbrücken is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Saarbrücken will cost around €132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
Of the 7 trains that leave Berlin for Saarbrücken on Mon, Dec 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 580 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 17 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 6 h 48 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 1131
ICE 371+
TGV 9552
ICE 373 · 4129
ICE 1131
ICE 371+
TGV 9552
ICE 1505 · ICE 597 · 4127
ICE 373 · 4129
ICE 597 · 4127Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Berlin to Saarbrücken
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Saarbrücken among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 580 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€75 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest |
8h 2m Average total duration Fastest 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Saarbrücken train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Saarbrücken trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:26 PM Berlin | 8h33 | 5:59 AM Saarbrücken | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
ICE 1131 | On time 7:00 AM Berlin Hbf | 6h17 | 1:17 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 371+ TGV 9552 | On time 7:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 6h28 | 1:59 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 597 · 4127 | On time 8:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 6h48 | 3:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1505 · ICE 597 · 4127 | On time 8:36 AM Berlin Hbf | 6h39 | 3:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:57 AM Berlin Hbf | 10h38 | 7:35 PM Saarbrücken | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:04 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 10h31 | 7:35 PM Saarbrücken | 1 transfer | |
ICE 373 · 4129 | On time 9:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 6h44 | 4:15 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Saarbrücken
Trains from Berlin to Saarbrücken run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 580 km distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 580 km |
Average train duration 7h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Berlin to Saarbrücken trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin and Saarbrücken from €25. 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.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Saarbrücken
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Berlin, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Berlin Hbf, Berlin Alexanderplatz and Berlin Südkreuz station. When arriving in Saarbrücken, you can end your journey in train stations like Saarbrücken Hbf, Saarbrücken-Ost station and Saarbrücken-Burbach.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Berlin Hbf, which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Saarbrücken Hbf, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin to Saarbrücken
- AVCI Bistro
- Restaurant Athos
- Yoko Sushi
- Payamlino Bistro
- Hotel Nova
- Pension Adamshof
- Pension Zum Lichtenberger
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
- Haus der 100 Biere
- Ach!NikO!Ach!
- Ristorante Salve
- Mommsen-Eck
- Hotel Orion
- Come Inn Berlin Kurfürstendamm Opera
- Ku’ Damm 101 Design-Hotel Berlin
- EnergieHotel
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Saturday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Il Giardino
- Eiscafe Jesolo
- Pizza Hut
- Brauhaus zum Stiefel
- Premier Inn Saarbrücken City Centre Hotel
- Mercure SB City
- Europa Hotel Saarbrücken
- Hotel Stadt Hamburg Saarbrücken
- GästeHaus Klaus Erfort
- Schubert
- McDonald's
- Hokkaido
- Hotel Restaurant Bruchwiese
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