The cheapest and fastest trains from Zwickau to Berlin
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zwickau to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zwickau to Berlin will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zwickau for Berlin on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 210 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Zwickau to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zwickau to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. 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 €14, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 210 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€55 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zwickau to Berlin train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 5X · ICE 602 | On time 7:04 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 4h01 | 11:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S 5 · ICE 802 | On time 8:20 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 3h53 | 12:13 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 74011 · IC 2178 | On time 8:32 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 4h07 | 12:39 PM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 1 transfer | |
S 5X · ICE 1612 | On time 9:04 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 4h02 | 1:06 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S 5 · ICE 800 | On time 10:20 AM Zwickau (Sachs) Hbf | 3h46 | 2:06 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zwickau to Berlin
Distance 210 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 22:30 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Transdev GmbH from Zwickau to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, Transdev GmbH trains will get you between Zwickau and Berlin from €14. 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.
Transdev GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Zwickau to Berlin

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zwickau to Berlin
- Grüne Wiese
- DB Casino
- Dönerhaus Bosporus
- Cafeteria Stadtverwaltung
- Aparthotel 1A
- Wernesgrüner B
- Steakhaus Barbecue
- TreBo
- Thai-A-Dong
- Hotel Karlshorst
- Allee-Hotel Berlin
- Mit-Mensch
- AVCI Bistro
- Restaurant Athos
- Yoko Sushi
- Payamlino Bistro
- Hotel Nova
- Pension Adamshof
- Pension Zum Lichtenberger
- 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
- 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
- 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
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
- 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
- Mammam
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Da Vincenzo
- Art’otel Berlin Mitte
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel ibis Berlin Mitte
- Hotel Casa Camper 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.
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Espresso House
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Maritim proArte Hotel Berlin
- Café Pankow
- Bärbels Bistro
- Call a Pizza
- Lindengarten
- Pankow
- Taverna Athos
- Mario
- Pino
- Parkcafé Pusteblume
- Pension Senta
- Hotel Atlas
- Madflats
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