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The cheapest and fastest trains from Saarbrücken to Berlin
Showing times and prices for Jan 10
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€92
Fastest journey
6 h 27 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
580 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saarbrücken to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saarbrücken to Berlin will cost around €92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Saarbrücken to Berlin without transferring at least once.
FlixBus+
FlixTrain02:50AM10h50
Saarbrücken01:40PMBerlin Ostbahnhof
€511One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus+FlixTrain02:50AM10h36
Saarbrücken01:26PMBerlin Hbf
€511One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus+FlixTrain · FlixTrain02:50AM14h40
Saarbrücken05:30PMBerlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)
€521One-way
2 transfers
FlixBus+FlixTrain02:35AM13h18
Saarbrücken03:53PMBerlin Südkreuz station
€521One-way
1 transfer
ICE 563 · ICE 37408:27AM7h11
Saarbrücken Hbf03:38PMBerlin Hbf
€1061One-way
1 transfer
ICE 563 · ICE 772 · ICE 93008:27AM6h27
Saarbrücken Hbf02:54PMBerlin Hbf
€1061One-way
2 transfers
4102 · ICE 690 · ICE 150809:47AM6h35
Saarbrücken Hbf04:22PMBerlin Hbf
€1371One-way
2 transfers
TGV 9551+ICE 37210:58AM6h40
Saarbrücken Hbf05:38PMBerlin Hbf
€1331One-way
1 transfer
4102 · ICE 69009:47AM6h43
Saarbrücken Hbf04:30PMBerlin Hbf
€1371One-way
1 transfer
ICE 563 · ICE 37408:27AM7h11
Saarbrücken Hbf03:38PMBerlin Hbf
€1061One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Saarbrücken to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 580 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€81 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest |
8h 37m Average total duration Fastest 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 34m Average total duration 9h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Saarbrücken to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Saarbrücken to Berlin trains for today, Friday, January 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 6:12 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4146 · ICE 692 · ICE 1600 | On time 6:47 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h35 | 1:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 4146 · ICE 692 | On time 6:47 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h43 | 1:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 563 · ICE 374 | Delayed 7:27 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 7h11 | 2:41 PM 2:41 PMBerlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 563 · ICE 772 · ICE 930 | On time 7:27 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h27 | 1:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 7:50 AM Saarbrücken | 11h03 | 6:53 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 7:50 AM Saarbrücken | 13h10 | 9:00 PM Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 7:50 AM Saarbrücken | 11h10 | 7:00 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4102 · ICE 690 · ICE 1508 | On time 8:47 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h35 | 3:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 4102 · ICE 690 | On time 8:47 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h43 | 3:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29513 · 33759 · ICE 838 | On time 8:51 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 7h03 | 3:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| TGV 9551+ICE 372 | Delayed 9:58 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h40 | 4:41 PM 4:41 PMBerlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4106 · ICE 598 | On time 10:47 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h43 | 5:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4106 · ICE 598 · ICE 1506 | On time 10:47 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 6h35 | 5:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 12527 · S2 · ICE 9591 | Delayed 11:02 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 7h02 | 6:06 PM 6:06 PMBerlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, January 10 | |||||
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 1:35 AM Saarbrücken | 13h18 | 2:53 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 1:50 AM Saarbrücken | 10h50 | 12:40 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 1:50 AM Saarbrücken | 14h40 | 4:30 PM Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 1:50 AM Saarbrücken | 10h36 | 12:26 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Saarbrücken to Berlin?
The best time to book your train from Saarbrücken to Berlin is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Saarbrücken to Berlin route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Berlin.
Trains
from €36Buses
from €34Journey information
Overview: Train from Saarbrücken to Berlin
GermanyGermany
Trains from Saarbrücken to Berlin run on average 14 times per day, taking around 8h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 580 km distance in 6h 26m.
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 €24
Distance 580 km |
Average train duration 8h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 6h 26m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
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 €24
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Saarbrücken to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Saarbrücken and Berlin from €24. 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
6h 29m
Cheapest Price
€28
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.
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.
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.
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
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
10h 36m
Cheapest Price
€21
FlixTrain frequency
2 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 Saarbrücken to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saarbrücken 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.
On average the Saarbrücken to Berlin train time is 6 h 53 min covering the 580 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Saarbrücken to Berlin leaves at 07: 27. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Saarbrücken to Berlin leaves at 20: 51.
There is 1 train a day from Saarbrücken to Berlin which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the journey from Saarbrücken to Berlin you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Saarbrücken to Berlin on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 51.
When departing from Saarbrücken, you have various train station options to start your route from including Saarbrücken Hbf, Saarbrücken-Ost station and Saarbrücken-Burbach. When arriving in Berlin, you can end your journey in train stations like Berlin Hbf, Berlin Alexanderplatz and Berlin Südkreuz station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Saarbrücken Hbf, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 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 for a train from Saarbrücken to Berlin is February.
You have options as you can travel to Berlin from Saarbrücken 2 different ways: coach or train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Saarbrücken to Berlin
Saarbrücken
Berlin
The major train station for departures in Saarbrücken is Saarbrücken Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Saarbrücken Hbf for your trip from Saarbrücken to Berlin.
Saarbrücken Hbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Saturday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 19:00
Dining
- Il Giardino
- Eiscafe Jesolo
- Pizza Hut
- Brauhaus zum Stiefel
Hotel
- Premier Inn Saarbrücken City Centre Hotel
- Mercure SB City
- Europa Hotel Saarbrücken
- Hotel Stadt Hamburg Saarbrücken
Saarbrücken-Burbach
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Westside
- Rolands Eck
- Barbarossa Bäckerei
- Eiscafe Favretti
Saarbrücken Ost
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- GästeHaus Klaus Erfort
- Schubert
- McDonald's
- Hokkaido
Hotel
- Hotel Restaurant Bruchwiese
The major train station for arrivals in Berlin is Berlin Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Berlin Hbf for your journey to Berlin from Saarbrücken.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Dining
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
Accessibility
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
Information Desk
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
Hotel
- Appartements Eisemann
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
Hotel
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
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