The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Berlin
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€68
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
478 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Berlin will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 12 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Berlin on Sat, Nov 15, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct trains cover the 478 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 53 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 547
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ICE 202 · IC 2049 · ICE 1139
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 478 km
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€56 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €205 Average price |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Düsseldorf to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:05 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 6h27 | 10:32 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 5:37 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h55 | 10:32 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 5:37 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h07 | 10:44 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 6:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h15 | 12:41 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
RE 10209 · ICE 1545 | On time 7:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h55 | 12:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 545 | On time 7:51 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h25 | 12:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2577 | On time 8:51 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h25 | 1:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 9:37 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h53 | 2:30 PM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 547 | On time 9:51 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h25 | 2:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 202 · IC 2049 · ICE 1139 | On time 10:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h29 | 3:03 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain | 3:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h54 | 8:32 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 3:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h07 | 8:45 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Berlin
Trains from Düsseldorf to Berlin run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 478 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 478 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Düsseldorf to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Berlin from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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 Düsseldorf to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Düsseldorf, you have various train station options to start your route from including Düsseldorf Hbf and Düsseldorf Airport station. When arriving in Berlin, you can end your journey in train stations like Berlin Hbf, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Berlin Südkreuz station, Berlin Spandau, Berlin Zoologischer Garten and Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Düsseldorf Hbf, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Berlin Hbf, located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Berlin
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Sumak
- Café.komm
- Trattoria Ottavio
- Haus Litzbrück
- Haus Litzbrück
- Vennhauser Grill
- Mila Tapas y mas
- Pizzeria GiGi
- Pizzeria Toscana
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
- Burger King
- Akropolis
- NineOfive
- ĂN BÁNH MÌ
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Prinz Anton
- Hotel Asahi
- Bar Olio
- El Olivio
- The Classic Western Steakhouse
- Löffelbar
- Kempe Comfort
- Wieland
- Terminus
- Hotel Ufer
- Asia Thai
- Cafe Kalusch
- Ballon
- La Corte
- Schloß Hotel Benrath
- Hotel Waldesruh
- Zur Pfeffermühle
- Pizzeria Da Gino
- Rohbau
- Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
- Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City
- Günnewig Hotel Esplanade
- Novum Hotel Flora
- Hotel Niku
- Kitchen
- Locanda La Bottella
- Cafeteria Le Carré
- RESTAURANT SPOERL FABRIK
- Renaissance Düsseldorf Hotel
- Mercure
- NH Düsseldorf City Nord
- Hotel Haus am Zoo
- Uscana
- Bistro Italy da Pino
- Pizzeria Bella Vista
- Doy Doy
- Liverpool Stehcafe
- Pizza Milano
- Amor Grill
- Gaststätte Netz
- B&B Hotel
- McDreams Hotel
- Side
- Alde Brück
- Chelsea
- Hassler Fass
- Acora
- Hammer Blick
- Bogart's
- Julian's
- Am Kapellchen
- Courtyard Düsseldorf Hafen
- Hotel Garni Landhaus Hamm
- Hotel Knell
- Innside Düsseldorf Hafen
- Lokanta
- Mykonos
- La Luce
- Hotte-Hü
- Wernesgrüner B
- Steakhaus Barbecue
- TreBo
- Thai-A-Dong
- Hotel Karlshorst
- Allee-Hotel Berlin
- Mit-Mensch
- 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: 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
- Fook Lam Mun
- Schützen-Wirtin
- Loretta am Wannsee
- Lorettas Almhütte
- Bonverde am Wannsee
- 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
- Kouzina
- Aida
- Madame Ngo
- Thanh Long
- Air in Berlin Hotel
- City Ansbach
- Hotel Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof
- Hotel Classic
- Saigon Kitchen 1985
- Agostino
- Friedhard's
- Genç
- Haus Gotland
- 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
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Potsdamer Straße.
- Vapiano
- Lindenbräu am Potsdamer Platz
- The Curtain Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Crowne Plaza Berlin – Potsdamer Platz
- The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin
- Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: shopping and dining area
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S25, S26
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- Mammam
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Da Vincenzo
- Art’otel Berlin Mitte
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel ibis Berlin Mitte
- Hotel Casa Camper Berlin
- 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.
- Dante
- Dalinji
- Addis Abeba
- Phan Gia
- Econtel Berlin Charlottenburg
- Aparotel Berlin
- 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
- Soul Sushi Berlin Mitte
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Maritim proArte Hotel Berlin
- Pizzafabrik.de
- Dolce Vita
- Drachen Bistro
- Linden Grillhaus
- Litehouse
- Café Viktoria
- Landhaus Botanischer Garten
- Macedonia
- Hotel Enzian
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Burger King
- Wok & Grill
- La Laconda
- Viet Bowl
- Vienna House Easy
- India Spice
- Jelänger Jelieber
- JAS
- Schneeweiß
- Hotel Victoria
- A&O Berlin Friedrichshain
- Sida
- Hee Lam Mun
- Landhaus Botanischer Garten
- La Fattoria
- Hotel Steglitz International
- LebensArt
- Kouzina
- Aida
- Madame Ngo
- Come Inn Berlin Kurfürstendamm Opera
- Motel One Berlin-Ku'Damm
- Hecker's Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Berlin Ku'damm
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Espresso House
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Maritim proArte Hotel Berlin
- Hangmee
- Restaurant Freischwimmer
- Schneeweiß
- Eatalian
- East Side Hotel
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Hotel Klassik Berlin
- Michelberger Hotel
- La Pergola
- Paella
- Haus der 100 Biere
- Ach!NikO!Ach!
- Ku’ Damm 101 Design-Hotel Berlin
- Ivbergs Hotel
- Aspria Spa + Sporting Club + Hotel
- Landmark eco Hotel Berlin
- Bistro Varna
- FrozenFire Kaffeehaus
- Steakhaus Montero
- Domino’s
- Hotel & Restaurant Plovdiv
- Zur kleinen Remise
- Herkules I
- Dönerpoint
- By Sultan's
- Mevlana
- Wolke
- Chaplin
- Pigasos
- Madflats
- Ristorante Pantalone
- Kaffeehaus Zeltinger
- Lindner & Feinbäckerei
- Adriatic
- Floh
- Trattoria Gioachino
- Restaurant Scheune
- Waldmeister
- Restaurant Rhodos
- Vietnam Küche
- Bistro Varna
- Cua-Tung
- Ambassador-Berlin-Grünau
- Asiagourmet
- Bistro Bonjour
- Thang Long
- Center-Grill
- Hans Wurscht
- Hongkong Garten
- Jörg's Curry Container
- Marienfelder Bistro
- Shaan
- Restaurant Louis
- Su Nuraghe
- Restaurant Villa Rixdorf
- OYO Hotel Bohemia
- Motel Plus Berlin
- McDonald's
- Risa Chicken
- Betriebskantine
- Birecik Döner Kebab
- Hotel Alt-Tempelhof
- Appartements Eisemann
- Schleusenkrug
- Weinwirtschaft in der Akademie der Künste
- Café Viktoria
- Marjan Grill
- Hansablick Garni
- Hotel Indigo Berlin Ku'damm
- Novum Style Hotel Berlin-Centrum
- SO/ Berlin Das Stue
- Pizzafabrik.de
- Dolce Vita
- Mac's Bistro
- Drachen Bistro
- Taverna Athos
- Mario
- Pino
- Parkcafé Pusteblume
- Pension Senta
- Hotel Atlas
- Madflats
- Arema
- Darbar
- Beussel Grill
- Pizzeria Europa
- Alfa Hotel Berlin
- Sickinger Hof
- Hotel garni Aaberna
- Excellent Apartments
- Bistro Waldschulallee
- Funkturm-Restaurant
- Messesnack Kleiner Stern
- La Forchetta
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