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Pergamonmuseum
World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
$45
Average ticket price on Oct 10
$63
Fastest journey on Oct 10
6 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
7 h 23 m
Buses on Oct 10
22
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap bus 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 $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 22 buses from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin, including 11 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct buses cover the 424 km distance in an average of 7 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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.
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FlixBusBuses from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 263 miles (424 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 263 miles (424 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 10:27AM | Duration 10h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 11:09AM | Duration 9h54 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $63 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Berlin buses for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 7h25 | 4:05 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 7h50 | 4:30 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 7h15 | 4:30 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 6h50 | 4:05 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 8h05 | 8:25 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 8h20 | 8:40 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 10h07 | 10:27 AM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h40 | 10:00 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h33 | 9:53 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 7h50 | 8:40 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 7h35 | 8:25 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h45 | 11:00 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h54 | 11:09 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:25 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 8h15 | 1:40 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h20 | 6:25 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h35 | 6:40 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 8h40 | 9:10 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 10h20 | 10:50 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 10h10 | 10:40 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 10h19 | 10:49 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h48 | 10:18 PM Berlin-Wannsee station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 8h05 | 9:10 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Berlin Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) -> Alexanderplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Berlin buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Berlin bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is 9 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Berlin (in the station), Schnitzel Express (0.5 km), Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
Available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz.
Available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Alexanderplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple restaurants around the area.
Available in nearby cafes. ATMs are several ATMs in close proximity.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Alexanderplatz.
Available at Berlin, Alexanderplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Alexanderplatz: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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