The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€144
Fastest journey
3 h 52 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
68
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main 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 to Berlin will cost around €144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 68 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Berlin on Thu, Mar 26, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 26 the direct trains cover the 424 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 52 m .
On Thu, Mar 26 the slowest trains will take 3 h 55 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 698
ICE 698
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ICE 932
ICE 934
ICE 832
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. 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 train costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €127.
Distance: 424 km
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price | €193 Average price |
5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Berlin trains for today, Wednesday, March 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 692 · ICE 1600 | Delayed 9:24 AM 9:15 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 1:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 692 | Delayed 9:24 AM 9:15 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 1:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 992 | Delayed 9:21 AM 9:20 AMFrankfurt South station | 4h18 | 1:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 690 · ICE 1508 | On time 10:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h37 | 3:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 690 | On time 10:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h45 | 3:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24327+ ICE 798 | On time 10:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h52 | 3:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 690 · ICE 1508 | On time 11:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 3:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 690 | On time 11:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 3:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 798 | On time 11:20 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h18 | 3:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 625 · ICE 838 | On time 11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h13 | 3:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24331+ ICE 372 | On time 11:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h52 | 4:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 838 | Delayed 12:07 PM 12:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 3:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 372 | On time 12:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h23 | 4:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 598 | Delayed 12:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h45 | 5:58 PM 5:58 PMBerlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 598 · ICE 1506 | On time 12:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h37 | 5:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 598 | Delayed 1:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 5:58 PM 5:58 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 598 · ICE 1506 | On time 1:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 5:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 629 · ICE 9591 | On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h23 | 6:04 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 9591 | On time 1:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h19 | 6:04 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24337+ ICE 370 | On time 1:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h52 | 6:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9591 | Delayed 2:17 PM 2:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h02 | 6:04 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 370 | On time 2:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h23 | 6:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 893 · ICE 90 | On time 2:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h47 | 7:06 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 596 | On time 2:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h45 | 7:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 596 · ICE 1504 | On time 2:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h37 | 7:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
24343+ ICE 794 | On time 2:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h53 | 7:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 596 · ICE 1504 | On time 3:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 7:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 596 | On time 3:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 7:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 794 | On time 3:20 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h19 | 7:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
24347+ ICE 278 | On time 3:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h53 | 8:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 278 | On time 4:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h24 | 8:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S8 · ICE 594 | On time 4:52 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h38 | 9:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · ICE 594 · ICE 1502 | On time 4:52 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h30 | 9:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 792 | On time 5:09 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h30 | 9:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 594 | On time 5:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 9:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 594 · ICE 1502 | On time 5:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 9:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 792 | On time 5:20 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h19 | 9:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 727 · ICE 832 | On time 5:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h13 | 9:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · ICE 276 | On time 5:51 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h43 | 10:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 832 | On time 6:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 9:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 276 | On time 6:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 10:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 592 | On time 6:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h45 | 11:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 592 | On time 7:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 11:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 274 | On time 7:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h47 | 1:32 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 274 | On time 8:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h17 | 1:32 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 100 · ICE 1541 | On time 8:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h19 | 4:51 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 100 · ICE 1541 | On time 9:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 7h40 | 4:51 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1021 · ICE 904 | On time 9:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h11 | 5:30 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1272 · 18242 | On time 10:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h05 | 5:40 AM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1272 | On time 10:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h13 | 5:48 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 698 | 2:09 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h57 | 7:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 698 | 2:31 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 7:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S8 · ICE 778 · ICE 541 | On time 3:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h29 | 8:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 827 · ICE 804 | On time 3:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h27 | 9:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 778 · ICE 541 | On time 3:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h48 | 8:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 827 · ICE 804 | On time 3:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h11 | 9:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 696 | On time 4:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h45 | 9:30 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 696 | On time 5:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 9:30 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 523 · ICE 934 | On time 5:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h13 | 9:54 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 934 | On time 6:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 9:54 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 378 | On time 6:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h23 | 10:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1138 | On time 6:41 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h25 | 11:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 694 | On time 6:46 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h45 | 11:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1138 | On time 7:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h04 | 11:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 694 | On time 7:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h16 | 11:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 994 | On time 7:20 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h18 | 11:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 527 · ICE 932 | On time 7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h13 | 11:54 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
29247 · ICE 376 | On time 7:50 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h48 | 12:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 932 | On time 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 11:54 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 376 | On time 8:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h23 | 12:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1074 · ICE 847 | On time 8:38 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h49 | 1:27 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · ICE 692 · ICE 1600 | 8:54 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h28 | 1:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S8 · ICE 692 | On time 8:54 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h36 | 1:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 8:58 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h02 | 1:00 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 8:58 AM Frankfurt South station | 3h55 | 12:53 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 692 · ICE 1600 | On time 9:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 1:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 692 | On time 9:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 1:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin run on average 37 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 424 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 424 km |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 37 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin from €15. 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
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- 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
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
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