The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Sylt
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€69
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Sylt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Sylt will cost around €69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Of the 5 trains that leave Berlin for Sylt on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 427 km distance in an average of 5 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 28 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 13 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Sylt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Sylt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a flight costs an average of €120.
Distance: 427 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€98 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest | €248 Average price |
6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Berlin to Sylt train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Sylt trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:04 AM Berlin | 5h31 | 11:35 AM Sylt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:36 AM Berlin | 5h58 | 12:34 PM Sylt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:38 AM Berlin | 6h56 | 1:34 PM Sylt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:06 AM Berlin | 5h28 | 12:34 PM Sylt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:37 AM Berlin | 6h13 | 2:50 PM Sylt | 0 transfersDirect |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Berlin to Sylt by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Dec 21
Dec 22
Dec 23
Dec 24
Dec 25
Dec 26
Dec 27
Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Sylt
Trains from Berlin to Sylt run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 427 km distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 427 km |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Hungarian Railways (MÁV), FlixTrain from Berlin to Sylt trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Hungarian Railways (MÁV), FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin and Sylt from €27. 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.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
FlixTrain
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Sylt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Sylt 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 Sylt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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 Westerland (Sylt) station, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin to Sylt
- 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.
- 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
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- 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
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Monday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:00
- Luzifer
- Leysieffer Bistro
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Siam
- Windhuk
- Aubis
- Dorint
- Sylter Blaumuschel
- Jürgen Ingwersen
- Fränkische Weinstuben
- Wie Zuhause
- Hotel Hof Galerie
- Grünhofstuben
- Die kleine Teestube
- Alte Friesenwirtschaft
- Pius
- Severin's Resort & Spa
Most popular train connections from Berlin
More options for your journey from Berlin to Sylt
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
