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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€7
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€70
Fastest journey on Sep 12
3 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
3 h 58 m
Trains on Sep 12
67
Distance
425 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf to Berlin will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 67 trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin, including 13 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct trains cover the 425 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 52 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest trains will take 4 h 7 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.
ICE 127211:35 PM6h49Frankfurt (Main) Hbf6:24 AMBerlin Spandau€71One-way0 transfers- S5 · ICE 127211:57 PM6h27Frankfurt (Main) Hbf6:24 AMBerlin Spandau€111One-way1 transfer
- ICE 6983:31 AM4h35Frankfurt (Main) Hbf8:06 AMBerlin Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- ICE 22 · ICE 100 · ICE 15419:42 PM7h51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf5:33 AMBerlin Hbf€241One-way2 transfers
- ICE 2767:15 PM4h19Frankfurt (Main) Hbf11:34 PMBerlin Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8345:02 PM3h52Frankfurt (Main) Hbf8:54 PMBerlin Hbf€301One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8327:02 PM3h52Frankfurt (Main) Hbf10:54 PMBerlin Hbf€301One-way0 transfers
- ICE 113412:02 PM3h59Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4:01 PMBerlin Hbf€1491One-way0 transfers
- ICE 11304:02 PM3h59Frankfurt (Main) Hbf8:01 PMBerlin Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
- ICE 690 · ICE 150812:15 PM4h07Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4:22 PMBerlin Hbf€1161One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, while a flight costs an average of €148.
Distance: 425 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€39 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €148 Average price | €78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin:
A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin costing on average €39.
A bus is €112 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin costing on average €148.
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 25m.
Bus takes on average 6h 59m.
Live departures
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 934 | On time 7:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 10:54 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 378 | On time 7:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 11:34 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 76 · ICE 845 | On time 7:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 12:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 694 | Delayed 8:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h16 | 10:33 AM 10:33 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 932 | On time 9:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 12:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 376 | On time 9:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 1:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ECE 8 · ICE 847 | Delayed 9:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 12:15 PM 12:15 PMBerlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 692 | On time 10:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 2:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 692 · ICE 1600 | On time 10:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 2:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 930 | 11:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 2:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 374 | On time 11:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 3:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 74 · ICE 849 | On time 11:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 4:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 690 | On time 12:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 4:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 690 · ICE 1508 | On time 12:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 4:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 838 | On time 1:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 4:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 372 | On time 1:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 5:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 6 · ICE 941 | On time 1:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 6:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 598 · ICE 1506 | On time 2:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 6:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 598 | On time 2:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 6:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 578 · ICE 641 | On time 2:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 7:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 370 | On time 3:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h18 | 7:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 72 · ICE 943 | On time 3:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h27 | 8:13 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 596 | On time 4:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h16 | 8:31 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 596 · ICE 1504 | On time 4:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 8:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 834 | On time 5:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 8:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 278 | On time 5:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h18 | 9:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ECE 4 · ICE 945 | Delayed 5:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 8:15 PM 8:15 PMBerlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 594 · ICE 1502 | On time 6:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 10:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 594 | On time 6:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 10:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 832 | On time 7:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 10:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 276 | On time 7:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 11:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 70 · ICE 947 | On time 7:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 12:21 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 592 | On time 8:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 12:30 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 572 · ICE 1541 | On time 8:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h20 | 6:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 526 · ICE 1541 | On time 9:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h58 | 6:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 100 · ICE 1541 | On time 9:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h34 | 6:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S4 · ICE 590 · S2 · S8 | 9:52 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h26 | 6:18 AM Berlin Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 2972 | On time 11:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h49 | 6:24 AM Berlin Spandau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S4 · ICE 2972 | On time 11:52 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h32 | 6:24 AM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 12 | |||||
| ICE 698 | 3:31 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 8:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 9h05 | 1:20 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 4:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 8h55 | 1:10 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 4:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 9h16 | 1:31 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 778 · ICE 541 | 4:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h29 | 9:10 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1186 · ICE 843 | 6:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h10 | 10:12 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 696 | 6:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 10:30 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4603 · ICE 776 · ICE 543 | 6:35 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 11:10 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin
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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:19, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 425 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 425 km |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 1:19 AM |
Last train 9:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Berlin from €7. 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
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin
Most Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Südkreuz. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau train station facilities and services
Berlin Spandau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
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