Düsseldorf to Berlin train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Berlin

Showing times and prices for Dec 31

Cheapest price

€18

Average price

€60

Fastest journey

4 h 25 m

Average duration

4 h 25 m

Trains per day

31

Distance

478 km

Cheap tickets

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 €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.

Fast trains

Of the 31 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Berlin on Wed, Dec 31, 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Dec 31 the direct trains cover the 478 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .

On Wed, Dec 31 the slowest trains will take 4 h 25 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.

Deutsche BahnICE 1541
11:51PM5h57
Düsseldorf Hbf
05:48AMBerlin Hbf
€181One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1541 · 3704
11:51PM5h52
Düsseldorf Hbf
05:43AMBerlin Hbf
€221One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 947
07:49PM4h37
Düsseldorf Hbf
12:26AMBerlin Hbf
€251One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 645
06:48PM4h29
Düsseldorf Hbf
11:17PMBerlin Hbf
€251One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn26841 · 89999+WestfalenBahn95821+Deutsche BahnICE 851
12:22AM7h55
Düsseldorf Hbf
08:17AMBerlin Hbf
€361One-way
3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Berlin

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

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€205

Average price

5h 18m

Average total duration

4h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 13m

Average total duration

6h 43m

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4h 19m

Average total duration

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1h 19m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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Lowest

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 2.9kg

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Live departures

Düsseldorf to Berlin train times

The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Berlin trains for today, Tuesday, December 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:51 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 2503
On time
4:51 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h25
9:16 AM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1543
On time
5:13 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h29
9:42 AM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 543
On time
5:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h28
10:16 AM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 2505
On time
6:51 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h25
11:16 AM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnIC 2206 · ICE 1545
On time
7:12 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h30
11:42 AM Berlin Hbf		1 transfer
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain7:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h48
12:26 PM Berlin Hbf0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain7:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
5h02
12:40 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain7:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h32
12:10 PM Berlin Spandau0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 545
On time
7:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h28
12:16 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 2507
On time
8:51 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h25
1:16 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 2204 · ICE 1547
On time
9:12 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h30
1:42 PM Berlin Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 547
On time
9:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h28
2:16 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 2509
On time
10:51 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h25
3:16 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain11:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h32
4:10 PM Berlin Spandau0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain11:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h59
4:37 PM Berlin Südkreuz station0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain11:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h42
4:20 PM Berlin Hbf0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 549
On time
11:47 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h29
4:16 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 2511
On time
12:51 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h25
5:16 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1549
On time
1:17 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h34
5:51 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 641
On time
1:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h28
6:16 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 2513
On time
2:51 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h25
7:16 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1055
On time
3:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h45
7:51 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain3:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h56
8:34 PM Berlin Südkreuz station0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain3:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h44
8:22 PM Berlin Hbf0 transfersDirect
flixbus_flixtrainFlixTrain3:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h32
8:10 PM Berlin Spandau0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 643
On time
3:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h30
8:18 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 2515
On time
4:51 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h28
9:19 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 645
On time
5:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h29
10:17 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 2517
On time
6:51 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h35
11:26 PM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1541 · 3704
On time
10:51 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
5h52
4:43 AM Berlin Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 1541
On time
10:51 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
5h57
4:48 AM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahn26841 · 89999+westfalenbahn95821+deutsche_bahnICE 85111:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
7h55
7:17 AM Berlin Hbf3 transfers
Wednesday, December 31
deutsche_bahnICE 541
On time
3:49 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h27
8:16 AM Berlin Hbf		0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Düsseldorf to Berlin?

The best time to book your train from Düsseldorf to Berlin is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Düsseldorf to Berlin route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Düsseldorf to Berlin per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Düsseldorf to Berlin.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Berlin

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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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

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.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 17m
Cheapest Price
€36
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 32m
Cheapest Price
€16
FlixTrain frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf to Berlin can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Düsseldorf to Berlin is €37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Düsseldorf and Berlin is on average 4 h 33 min   for the 477 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Berlin from Düsseldorf by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Düsseldorf to Berlin leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Düsseldorf to Berlin leaves at 23: 58.
Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day from Düsseldorf to Berlin with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the Düsseldorf to Berlin train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Düsseldorf to Berlin as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.

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.

A trip to Berlin from Düsseldorf is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 33 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Düsseldorf to Berlin by train is February.
You have options as you can travel to Berlin from Düsseldorf 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Berlin

Düsseldorf
Berlin
The major train station for departures in Düsseldorf is Düsseldorf Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Düsseldorf Hbf for your trip from Düsseldorf to Berlin.
Düsseldorf HbfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Düsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Zaxopondeiva Cafe
  • Lauren's Cafe
  • China Imbiss
  • Fu chu yuan
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Lindenhof
  • Hotel Batavia
  • Sir Astor
  • Lady Astor
Düsseldorf FlughafenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Düsseldorf Flughafen, Ahrensplatz 1, 40474 Düsseldorf
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Telefónica Kantine
  • Telefónica Cafeteria
  • Snack Point
  • Imbiss
Hotel
Hotel
  • Novotel
  • Ibis
Düsseldorf Flughafen TerminalWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Dining
Dining
  • L'Osteria
  • Bauernstube Deppe
  • Luxor Grill
  • McDonald's
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
  • Lindner Airport
  • Hotel Maritim

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