Berlin to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for 14 Aug

Cheapest price

88S$

Average price

194S$

Fastest journey

3 h 47 m

Average duration

3 h 50 m

Trains per day

94

Distance

424 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main will cost around 194S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 88S$.

Fast trains

Of the 94 trains that leave Berlin for Frankfurt am Main every day 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 424 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 609 · IC 60408
    10:29 PM5h06
    Berlin Hbf
    3:35 AMFrankfurt South station
    88 S$1One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 699
    9:27 PM4h44
    Berlin Hbf
    2:11 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    90 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 699
    9:27 PM5h12
    Berlin Hbf
    2:39 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
    90 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 2513
    11:05 PM6h32
    Berlin Hbf
    5:37 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    90 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 277+Hessische Landesbahn24322
    4:34 AM4h33
    Berlin Hbf
    9:07 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
    97 S$1One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 28S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of 28S$, and a flight costs an average of 177S$.

Distance: 424 km

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Coach
Flight

65S$

Average Price

Cheapest

65S$

Average Price

342S$

Average Price

4h 50m

Average total duration

4h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 26m

Average total duration

4h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 19m

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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

Berlin to Frankfurt am Main train times

The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 935
Delayed
3:06 PM 5:05 PMBerlin Hbf
3h51
7:00 PM 7:00 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 935 · ICE 526
Delayed
3:06 PM 5:05 PMBerlin Hbf
4h14
9:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
FlixTrainFlixTrain5:26 PM Berlin Spandau
4h34
10:00 PM Frankfurt South station0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2595
Delayed
3:40 PM 5:27 PMBerlin Hbf
4h17
7:47 PM 7:47 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2595 · S9
Delayed
3:40 PM 5:27 PMBerlin Hbf
4h47
10:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 997
On time
5:37 PM Berlin Spandau
4h03
9:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 997 · S9
On time
5:37 PM Berlin Spandau
4h37
10:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
FlixTrainFlixTrain5:45 PM Berlin Hbf
4h15
10:00 PM Frankfurt South station0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 844 · ICE 1077
On time
5:47 PM Berlin Hbf
4h31
10:18 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 844 · ICE 1077
On time
5:47 PM Berlin Hbf
4h09
9:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
FlixTrainFlixTrain5:53 PM Berlin Südkreuz station
4h07
10:00 PM Frankfurt South station0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 677 · 29588
On time
6:37 PM Berlin Hbf
4h28
11:05 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 677
On time
6:37 PM Berlin Hbf
4h07
10:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 937 · ICE 522
On time
7:05 PM Berlin Hbf
4h17
11:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 937
Delayed
7:05 PM Berlin Hbf
3h51
9:00 PM 9:00 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2597
Delayed
5:39 PM 7:27 PMBerlin Hbf
4h17
9:47 PM 9:47 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2597 · S9
Delayed
5:39 PM 7:27 PMBerlin Hbf
4h47
12:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1605 · ICE 2597
Delayed
7:37 PM Berlin Hbf
4h07
9:47 PM 9:47 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1605 · ICE 2597 · S9
On time
7:37 PM Berlin Hbf
4h37
12:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 842 · ICE 79
On time
7:47 PM Berlin Hbf
5h19
1:06 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 842 · ICE 79
On time
7:47 PM Berlin Hbf
5h39
1:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 699
On time
9:27 PM Berlin Hbf
4h44
2:11 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 699
On time
9:27 PM Berlin Hbf
5h12
2:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 609 · IC 60408
On time
10:29 PM Berlin Hbf
5h06
3:35 AM Frankfurt South station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 273 · S8
On time
11:32 PM Berlin Hbf
6h27
5:59 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 273
On time
11:32 PM Berlin Hbf
6h05
5:37 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Friday, 14 August
Deutsche BahnICE 277
On time
4:34 AM Berlin Hbf
4h10
8:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 277+Hessische Landesbahn24322
On time
4:34 AM Berlin Hbf
4h33
9:07 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 240 · ICE 573 · S9
On time
4:57 AM Berlin Hbf
4h47
9:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 240 · ICE 573
On time
4:57 AM Berlin Hbf
4h17
9:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 593
On time
5:27 AM Berlin Hbf
4h17
9:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 593 · S9
On time
5:27 AM Berlin Hbf
4h47
10:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 946 · ICE 1071
On time
5:35 AM Berlin Hbf
4h43
10:18 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1501 · ICE 593
On time
5:36 AM Berlin Hbf
4h08
9:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1501 · ICE 593 · S9
On time
5:36 AM Berlin Hbf
4h38
10:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 279
On time
6:31 AM Berlin Hbf
4h13
10:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 279+Hessische Landesbahn24332
On time
6:31 AM Berlin Hbf
4h35
11:06 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 750
On time
7:06 AM Berlin Hbf
3h50
10:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 750 · ICE 726
On time
7:06 AM Berlin Hbf
4h13
11:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 2585 · S9
On time
7:28 AM Berlin Hbf
4h46
12:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 2585
On time
7:28 AM Berlin Hbf
4h16
11:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1503 · ICE 2585
On time
7:36 AM Berlin Hbf
4h08
11:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 795
On time
7:37 AM Berlin Spandau
4h02
11:39 AM Frankfurt South station		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 795+Hessische Landesbahn24336
On time
7:37 AM Berlin Spandau
4h29
12:06 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1131 · ICE 724
On time
8:00 AM Berlin Hbf
4h19
12:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1131
On time
8:00 AM Berlin Hbf
3h56
11:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1911 · ICE 7248:00 AM Berlin Hbf
4h19
12:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 3718:31 AM Berlin Hbf
4h13
12:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 371+Hessische Landesbahn243388:31 AM Berlin Hbf
4h36
1:07 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 837
On time
9:05 AM Berlin Hbf
3h51
12:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 837 · ICE 722
On time
9:05 AM Berlin Hbf
4h14
1:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 2587
On time
9:27 AM Berlin Hbf
4h17
1:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1505 · ICE 2587
On time
9:36 AM Berlin Hbf
4h08
1:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 797
On time
9:37 AM Berlin Spandau
4h15
1:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 797
On time
9:37 AM Berlin Spandau
4h02
1:39 PM Frankfurt South station		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 942 · ICE 1073 · ICE 720
On time
9:47 AM Berlin Hbf
4h32
2:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 942 · ICE 1073
On time
9:47 AM Berlin Hbf
4h09
1:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 91 · ICE 1650 · S8
On time
9:55 AM Berlin Hbf
5h04
2:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 91 · ICE 1650
On time
9:55 AM Berlin Hbf
4h42
2:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 373
On time
10:37 AM Berlin Hbf
4h07
2:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 373+Hessische Landesbahn24344
On time
10:37 AM Berlin Hbf
4h29
3:06 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 839 · S8
On time
11:05 AM Berlin Hbf
4h13
3:18 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 839
On time
11:05 AM Berlin Hbf
3h51
2:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2589
On time
11:27 AM Berlin Hbf
4h17
3:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2589 · S8
On time
11:27 AM Berlin Hbf
4h41
4:08 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1507 · ICE 2589
On time
11:37 AM Berlin Hbf
4h07
3:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 799
On time
11:37 AM Berlin Spandau
4h02
3:39 PM Frankfurt South station		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 799+Hessische Landesbahn24352
On time
11:37 AM Berlin Spandau
4h29
4:06 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1135
On time
12:02 PM Berlin Hbf
3h54
3:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1135 · ICE 626
On time
12:02 PM Berlin Hbf
4h17
4:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1135
On time
12:02 PM Berlin Hbf
4h18
4:20 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 375
On time
12:31 PM Berlin Hbf
4h13
4:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 375 · 29262
On time
12:31 PM Berlin Hbf
4h34
5:05 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 931 · S81:05 PM Berlin Hbf
4h13
5:18 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 9311:05 PM Berlin Hbf
3h51
4:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2591
On time
1:27 PM Berlin Hbf
4h17
5:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1509 · ICE 2591
On time
1:37 PM Berlin Hbf
4h07
5:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 993
On time
1:37 PM Berlin Spandau
4h15
5:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 993
On time
1:37 PM Berlin Spandau
4h02
5:39 PM Frankfurt South station		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 848 · ICE 1187
On time
1:47 PM Berlin Hbf
4h32
6:19 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 848 · ICE 1187
On time
1:47 PM Berlin Hbf
4h10
5:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1205 · ICE 15561:56 PM Berlin Hbf
4h41
6:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 25272:37 PM Berlin Hbf
4h07
6:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2527+Hessische Landesbahn243602:37 PM Berlin Hbf
4h30
7:07 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 933 · ICE 6203:05 PM Berlin Hbf
4h14
7:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 9333:05 PM Berlin Hbf
3h51
6:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2593 · S9
On time
3:27 PM Berlin Hbf
4h47
8:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 2593
On time
3:27 PM Berlin Hbf
4h17
7:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 995
On time
3:36 PM Berlin Spandau
4h03
7:39 PM Frankfurt South station		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 995+Hessische Landesbahn24364
On time
3:36 PM Berlin Spandau
4h30
8:06 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1601 · ICE 2593 · S93:37 PM Berlin Hbf
4h37
8:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1601 · ICE 2593
On time
3:37 PM Berlin Hbf
4h07
7:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1139
On time
4:00 PM Berlin Hbf
4h18
8:18 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1139
On time
4:00 PM Berlin Hbf
3h56
7:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 3794:30 PM Berlin Hbf
4h14
8:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 379+Hessische Landesbahn243664:30 PM Berlin Hbf
4h38
9:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main

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Trains from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main run on average 47 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 28S$ if you book in advance.

There are 18 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 56m.

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
Distance
424 km
Average train duration
4h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
28S$
Trains per day
47
Direct trains
18
Fastest train
3h 56m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
42 days
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Berlin and Frankfurt am Main from 28S$. 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
4h 44m
Cheapest Price
28S$
Deutsche Bahn frequency
38 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

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
3h 56m
Cheapest Price
42S$
FlixTrain frequency
10 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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
118S$
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Berlin to Frankfurt am Main train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main can start from as little as 28S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main is 65S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main is 3h 56m to travel the 424 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 12:01 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 11:58 pm.
Yes, there are 18 direct trains a day from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) for the best way to get you to Frankfurt am Main. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Berlin and Frankfurt am Main and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Frankfurt am Main from Berlin is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 56m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train, coach and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Frankfurt am Main

Most Berlin to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Berlin Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Berlin
Arrival train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Which Berlin station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?

Trains from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main leave from Berlin Hbf. The station is 3 km from Berlin city centre at Europaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, Germany.
Berlin HbfEuropaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, GermanyWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre

Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb23, Re2, Rb14, Re7, Fex · 5m · 5S$ · every ~6 min
U5 · 8m · 5S$ · every ~25 min
BusN40, 142 · 12m · 3S$ · every ~8 min
170, 270, 170A, 157A, 157 · 18m · 2S$
TramM8 · 13m · 5S$ · every ~12 min

Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services

Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.

Berlin SüdkreuzBerlin Südkreuz, General-Pape-Straße 1, 12101 BerlinWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre

Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainFex, Re20, Re4, Re5, Re3 · 7m · 2S$ · every ~18 min
S26, S25, S2 · 13m · 5S$ · every ~25 min
Bus025, N67, N44, 065, 032 · 25m · 2S$
248 · 34m · 5S$ · every ~11 min

Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services

Berlin Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.

Berlin SpandauBerlin-Spandau, Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 BerlinWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre

Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS3, S9, S5 · 10m · 5S$ · every ~14 min
S9, S5, S3 · 25m · 5S$ · every ~14 min

Berlin Spandau train station facilities and services

Berlin Spandau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.

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