The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€90
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
65
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 65 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Berlin on Sat, Jun 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 13 the direct trains cover the 435 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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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FlixTrain5:55 AM7h58Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)1:53 PMBerlin Südkreuz station€421One-way1 transfer
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FlixTrain3:20 AM10h00Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)1:20 PMBerlin Hbf€421One-way1 transfer
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FlixTrain3:20 AM10h11Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)1:31 PMBerlin Südkreuz station€421One-way1 transfer
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FlixTrain5:55 AM8h05Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)2:00 PMBerlin Hbf€421One-way1 transfer
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FlixTrain7:50 AM8h10Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)4:00 PMBerlin Hbf€431One-way1 transfer
S9 · ICE 95912:45 PM4h03Frankfurt am Main Flughafen6:48 PMBerlin Spandau€1731One-way1 transfer
ICE 629 · ICE 95912:41 PM4h07Frankfurt Airport long-distance station6:48 PMBerlin Spandau€1731One-way1 transfer
ICE 627 · ICE 10721:41 PM4h20Frankfurt Airport long-distance station6:01 PMBerlin Hbf€701One-way1 transfer
ICE 623 · ICE 113411:41 AM4h20Frankfurt Airport long-distance station4:01 PMBerlin Hbf€701One-way1 transfer
ICE 11387:41 AM4h20Frankfurt am Main Flughafen12:01 PMBerlin Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €102.
Distance: 435 km
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 2806 | 3:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h57 | 8:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 10h00 | 1:20 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 10h11 | 1:31 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h50 | 1:10 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
S8 · ICE 778 · ICE 541 | 4:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h16 | 9:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S8 · ICE 827 · ICE 804 | On time 4:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h35 | 10:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 827 · ICE 804 | On time 4:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h27 | 10:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 78 · ICE 843 | 5:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h01 | 10:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 521 · ICE 934 | On time 5:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h12 | 10:50 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 7h58 | 1:53 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 8h05 | 2:00 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1138 | On time 7:41 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h20 | 12:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 525 · ICE 1138 | On time 7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h20 | 12:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 694 | On time 7:46 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h52 | 12:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:50 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 8h10 | 4:00 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:50 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 8h03 | 3:53 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1221 · ICE 1100 | On time 8:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h21 | 1:23 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 527 · ICE 508 | On time 8:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h48 | 3:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 376 | On time 8:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h44 | 1:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24319+ ICE 376 | On time 8:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h43 | 1:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1074 · ICE 847 | 9:38 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h38 | 2:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 529 · ICE 1074 · ICE 847 | On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h35 | 2:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 529 · ICE 692 | On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h57 | 2:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 692 | On time 9:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h53 | 2:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 25 · ICE 1008 | 10:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h21 | 3:23 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1134 | On time 11:39 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h22 | 4:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 623 · ICE 1134 | On time 11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h20 | 4:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 623 · ICE 506 | On time 11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h48 | 5:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 690 | On time 11:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h53 | 4:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1225 · ICE 1006 | On time 12:02 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h21 | 5:23 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 372 | On time 12:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h44 | 5:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24331+ ICE 372 | On time 12:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h43 | 5:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1517 · ICE 1072 | On time 1:35 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h26 | 6:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
29515 · ICE 1072 | On time 1:36 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h25 | 6:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 627 · ICE 1072 | On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h20 | 6:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 598 | On time 1:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h53 | 6:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 2598 · ICE 1506 | On time 1:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h37 | 6:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 2598 | On time 1:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h45 | 6:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 629 · ICE 9591 | On time 2:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h07 | 6:48 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 370 | On time 2:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h44 | 7:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 9591 | 2:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h03 | 6:48 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
24339+ ICE 370 | On time 2:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h43 | 7:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
29519 · ICE 1130 | On time 3:36 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h25 | 8:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 721 · ICE 1130 | On time 3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h20 | 8:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 596 | On time 3:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h12 | 8:57 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 2501 | On time 3:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h12 | 8:57 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4263 · ICE 834 | On time 4:36 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h44 | 9:20 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 723 · ICE 834 | On time 4:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h39 | 9:20 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 278 | On time 4:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h46 | 9:31 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24365+ ICE 278 | On time 4:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h45 | 9:31 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1611 · ICE 1070 · ICE 945 | On time 5:35 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h44 | 10:19 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1070 · ICE 945 | On time 5:38 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h41 | 10:19 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 725 · ICE 1070 · ICE 945 | On time 5:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h38 | 10:19 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 725 · ICE 594 | On time 5:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h58 | 10:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 594 | On time 5:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h54 | 10:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 276 | On time 6:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h49 | 11:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24357+ ICE 276 | On time 6:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h48 | 11:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 317 · ICE 70 · ICE 947 | Delayed 7:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h06 | 10:29 PM 10:29 PMBerlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 70 · ICE 947 | Delayed 7:15 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h06 | 10:29 PM 10:29 PMBerlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 729 · ICE 2592 | On time 7:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h06 | 1:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 2592 | On time 7:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h02 | 1:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 24 · ICE 1541 | On time 7:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 9h39 | 5:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 572 · ICE 1541 | On time 8:15 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 9h23 | 5:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 129 · ICE 572 · ICE 1541 | On time 8:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 9h23 | 5:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 100 · ICE 1541 | On time 10:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 7h27 | 5:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin run on average 33 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 435 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 435 km |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 10:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Berlin 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.
FlixTrain
FlixTrain GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to 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.
- 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
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