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

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lübeck to Berlin

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Cheapest price

€58

Average price

€81

Fastest journey

3 h 32 m

Average duration

3 h 47 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

235 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lübeck to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lübeck to Berlin will cost around €81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Lübeck to Berlin without transferring at least once.

Deutsche Bahn56849 · 56804
09:02AM3h43
Lübeck Hbf
12:45PMBerlin Hbf
€581One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn11461 · ICE 509
08:37AM3h44
Lübeck Hbf
12:21PMBerlin Hbf
€771One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn11599 · ICE 1903
08:01AM3h32
Lübeck Hbf
11:33AMBerlin Hbf
€771One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn11411 · ICE 787 · ICE 545
09:09AM4h07
Lübeck Hbf
01:16PMBerlin Hbf
€1121One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Lübeck to Berlin

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lübeck to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €207.

Distance: 235 km

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Flight

€54

Average price

€21

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Cheapest

€267

Average price

3h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 8m

Average total duration

3h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 51m

Average total duration

3h 51m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Lübeck to Berlin train times

The table below shows live departures for Lübeck to Berlin trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 9:06 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahn11413 · ICE 587 · ICE 8479:09 AM Lübeck Hbf
4h07
1:16 PM Berlin Hbf2 transfers
deutsche_bahnIC 2261 · ICE 601
On time
9:53 AM Lübeck Hbf
3h28
1:21 PM Berlin Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahn56853 · 5680610:02 AM Lübeck Hbf
3h43
1:45 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11415 · ICE 789 · ICE 547
Delayed
10:09 AM Lübeck Hbf
4h07
2:18 PM 2:18 PMBerlin Hbf		2 transfers
deutsche_bahn11467 · ICE 190710:37 AM Lübeck Hbf
3h57
2:34 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn56855 · 4329 · 5361 · 6398911:02 AM Lübeck Hbf
4h10
3:12 PM Berlin Hbf4 transfers
deutsche_bahn11417 · ICE 589 · ICE 84911:09 AM Lübeck Hbf
4h07
3:16 PM Berlin Hbf2 transfers
deutsche_bahn11469 · ICE 60311:37 AM Lübeck Hbf
3h43
3:20 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn56857 · 5680812:02 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h43
3:45 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11419 · ICE 881 · ICE 549
On time
12:09 PM Lübeck Hbf
4h07
4:16 PM Berlin Hbf		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnBus SEV · 5680812:15 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h30
3:45 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11471 · ICE 190912:37 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h58
4:35 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn56859 · 4331 · 5363 · 639911:02 PM Lübeck Hbf
4h09
5:11 PM Berlin Hbf4 transfers
deutsche_bahn11421 · ICE 681 · ICE 941
On time
1:09 PM Lübeck Hbf
4h07
5:16 PM Berlin Hbf		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnIC 2263 · ICE 605
On time
1:53 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h28
5:21 PM Berlin Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahn56861 · 568102:02 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h43
5:45 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11423 · ICE 883 · ICE 641
On time
2:09 PM Lübeck Hbf
4h07
6:16 PM Berlin Hbf		2 transfers
deutsche_bahnBus SEV · 568102:15 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h30
5:45 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11475 · ICE 1701
On time
2:37 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h57
6:34 PM Berlin Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11477 · ICE 6073:37 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h44
7:21 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn56865 · 568124:02 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h43
7:45 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11427 · ICE 885 · ICE 6434:09 PM Lübeck Hbf
4h09
8:18 PM Berlin Hbf2 transfers
deutsche_bahnBus SEV · 568124:15 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h30
7:45 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11479 · ICE 1703
On time
4:37 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h49
8:26 PM Berlin Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahnIC 2265 · ICE 609
On time
5:53 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h15
9:08 PM Berlin Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahn56869 · 568146:02 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h43
9:45 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahnBus SEV · 568146:15 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h30
9:45 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11483 · ICE 705
On time
6:37 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h42
10:19 PM Berlin Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11433 · ICE 901
On time
7:09 PM Lübeck Hbf
4h04
11:13 PM Berlin Hbf		1 transfer
deutsche_bahn56873 · 568168:02 PM Lübeck Hbf
3h43
11:45 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11435 · ICE 17078:09 PM Lübeck Hbf
5h58
2:07 AM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
Monday, December 15
deutsche_bahn11599 · ICE 19037:01 AM Lübeck Hbf
3h32
10:33 AM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11461 · ICE 5097:37 AM Lübeck Hbf
3h44
11:21 AM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn56849 · 568048:02 AM Lübeck Hbf
3h43
11:45 AM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahn11411 · ICE 787 · ICE 5458:09 AM Lübeck Hbf
4h07
12:16 PM Berlin Hbf2 transfers

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

The best time to book your train from Lübeck to Berlin is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lübeck to Berlin route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lübeck 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 Lübeck to Berlin.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lübeck to Berlin

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Trains from Lübeck to Berlin run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 235 km distance in 2h 45m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11
Distance
235 km
Average train duration
2h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
€40
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 45m
First train
00:01
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Erixx from Lübeck to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, Erixx trains will get you between Lübeck and Berlin from €11. 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
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
€27
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 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

Erixx

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 44m
Erixx frequency
6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Lübeck to Berlin

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lübeck 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
The average journey time by train from Lübeck to Berlin is 2 h 58 min   to travel the 235 km long journey, with around there are 19 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Lübeck to Berlin leaves at 07: 09. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Lübeck to Berlin leaves at 21: 10.
There are 19 trains a day from Lübeck to Berlin which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Lübeck to Berlin, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Berlin. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Lübeck and Berlin and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 10.

When departing from Lübeck, you have various train station options to start your route from including Lübeck Hbf, Lübeck-Travemünde Strand station and Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen station. When arriving in Berlin, you can end your route in train stations like Berlin Hbf, Berlin Alexanderplatz and Berlin Südkreuz station.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Lübeck Hbf, which is located around 3.6 miles (5.8 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.

The cheapest month to travel from Lübeck to Berlin by train is June.
You have options as you can travel to Berlin from Lübeck 2 different ways: coach or train.

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Popular train stations from Lübeck to Berlin

Lübeck
Berlin
The major train station for departures in Lübeck is Lübeck Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lübeck Hbf for your trip from Lübeck to Berlin.
Lübeck 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
Lübeck Hbf, Am Bahnhof 6, 23558 Lübeck
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 05:45 - 20:00
  • Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:00
  • Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:00
  • Thursday: 05:45 - 20:00
  • Friday: 05:45 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 06:30 - 19:30
  • Sunday: 08:30 - 19:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • MyWaffel
  • McDonald's
  • Cafe Maret
  • Café Brazil
Hotel
Hotel
  • LIHO
  • Mercure
  • Hotel Stadt Lübeck
  • Hotel an der Marienkirche
Lübeck St JürgenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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
Lübeck-St.Jürgen, Mönkhofer Weg 199, 23564 Lübeck
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Dining
Dining
  • Campus Kebab
  • Bierhaus
  • Jahn-Stuben
  • Kleines Steakhouse
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Ideal
Lübeck-KücknitzWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
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
Lübeck-Kücknitz, Elbingstr.24 , 23569 Lübeck
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
10 km
Dining
Dining
  • Arianos Grill
  • La Sicilia
  • Mc Döner

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