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

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin

Showing times and prices for 14 Aug

Cheapest price

50RM

Average price

136RM

Fastest journey

3 h 52 m

Average duration

3 h 52 m

Trains per day

92

Distance

424 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin will cost around 136RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 50RM.

Fast trains

Of the 92 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Berlin every day 40 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 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 52 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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 590 · S2 · S8 · 3342
    10:15 PM8h03
    Frankfurt South station
    6:18 AMBerlin Hbf
    50 RM1One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 590 · S2 · S8 · 3342
    9:46 PM8h32
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    6:18 AMBerlin Hbf
    50 RM1One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1272
    11:35 PM7h06
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    6:41 AMBerlin Hbf
    60 RM1One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 698
    3:31 AM4h35
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    8:06 AMBerlin Hbf
    76 RM1One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 698
    3:09 AM4h57
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    8:06 AMBerlin Hbf
    76 RM1One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 18RM. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 11m. 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 18RM, and a flight costs an average of 120RM.

Distance: 424 km

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Flight

37RM

Average Price

Cheapest

50RM

Average Price

235RM

Average Price

3h 51m

Average total duration

3h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 22m

Average total duration

5h 52m

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Additional time*

5h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 11m

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3h 0m

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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

Frankfurt am Main to Berlin train times

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

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 1655 · ICE 1002
On time
5:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h04
9:23 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 792
On time
6:09 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h30
10:39 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2584
Delayed
5:06 PM 6:15 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h15
9:14 PM 9:14 PMBerlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2584 · ICE 1502
Delayed
5:06 PM 6:15 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h07
10:22 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 792
On time
6:20 PM Frankfurt South station
4h19
10:39 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn4265 · ICE 832
On time
6:36 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h18
10:54 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 276
On time
6:49 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h45
11:34 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 832
On time
7:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h52
10:54 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 317 · ICE 70 · ICE 947
Delayed
5:27 PM 7:15 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
5h06
12:21 AM Berlin Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 276
On time
7:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h19
11:34 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 592
On time
7:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h45
12:30 AM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 70 · ICE 947
Delayed
5:49 PM 7:46 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h35
12:21 AM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche Bahn15535 · ICE 592+Hessische Landesbahn243597:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h44
12:30 AM Berlin Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 592
Delayed
6:18 PM 8:15 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h15
12:30 AM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 274+Hessische Landesbahn24363
Delayed
7:30 PM 8:46 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
5h08
1:54 AM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 274
On time
9:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h39
1:54 AM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1272
On time
11:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
6h49
6:24 AM Berlin Spandau		0 changesdirect
Friday, 14 August
Deutsche BahnICE 127212:04 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
6h20
6:24 AM Berlin Spandau0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 6983:09 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h57
8:06 AM Berlin Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 6983:31 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h35
8:06 AM Berlin Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 778 · ICE 22914:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
5h10
9:10 AM Berlin Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 778 · ICE 22914:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h29
9:10 AM Berlin Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 78 · ICE 8435:23 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h49
10:12 AM Berlin Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 521 · ICE 1186 · ICE 843
On time
5:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h34
10:12 AM Berlin Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 2596
On time
5:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h45
10:30 AM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 2596 · ICE 16045:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h38
10:23 AM Berlin Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1186 · ICE 843
On time
6:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h10
10:12 AM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 2596 · ICE 1604
On time
6:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h08
10:23 AM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 2596
On time
6:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h15
10:30 AM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 523 · ICE 9346:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h13
10:54 AM Berlin Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 921 · ICE 3786:47 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h47
11:34 AM Berlin Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 9347:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h52
10:54 AM Berlin Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 3787:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h19
11:34 AM Berlin Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1138
On time
7:41 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h20
12:01 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 2594 · ICE 16027:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h38
12:23 PM Berlin Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 2594
On time
7:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h48
12:33 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1138
On time
8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h59
12:01 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2594 · ICE 1602
On time
8:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h08
12:23 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 2594
On time
8:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h18
12:33 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 994
On time
8:20 AM Frankfurt South station
4h02
12:22 PM Berlin Spandau		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 527 · ICE 9328:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h13
12:54 PM Berlin Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn29247 · ICE 3768:50 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h44
1:34 PM Berlin Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 9329:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h52
12:54 PM Berlin Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 3769:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h19
1:34 PM Berlin Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1074 · ICE 8479:38 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h34
2:12 PM Berlin Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 529 · ICE 1074 · ICE 8479:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h31
2:12 PM Berlin Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1074 · ICE 84710:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h10
2:12 PM Berlin Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 992
On time
10:09 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h13
2:22 PM Berlin Spandau		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2592 · ICE 1600
On time
10:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h07
2:22 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 2592
On time
10:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h16
2:31 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 992
On time
10:20 AM Frankfurt South station
4h02
2:22 PM Berlin Spandau		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 621 · ICE 930
On time
10:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h13
2:54 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Hessische Landesbahn24325+Deutsche BahnICE 37410:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h48
3:34 PM Berlin Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 93011:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h52
2:54 PM Berlin Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 37411:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h19
3:34 PM Berlin Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1134
On time
11:39 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h22
4:01 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 623 · ICE 1134
On time
11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h20
4:01 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 2590
On time
11:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h45
4:30 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Hessische Landesbahn24327+Deutsche BahnICE 798
On time
11:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h36
4:22 PM Berlin Spandau		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1134
On time
12:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h59
4:01 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2590 · ICE 1508
On time
12:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h07
4:22 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 2590
On time
12:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h15
4:30 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 798
On time
12:20 PM Frankfurt South station
4h02
4:22 PM Berlin Spandau		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 625 · ICE 838
On time
12:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h13
4:54 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Hessische Landesbahn24331+Deutsche BahnICE 37212:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h48
5:34 PM Berlin Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 838
On time
1:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h52
4:54 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 3721:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h19
5:34 PM Berlin Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 627 · ICE 1072 · ICE 941
On time
1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h31
6:12 PM Berlin Hbf		2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1072 · ICE 941
On time
2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h10
6:12 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 796
On time
2:09 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h13
6:22 PM Berlin Spandau		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2588 · ICE 1506
On time
2:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h07
6:22 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 2588
On time
2:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h15
6:30 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 796
On time
2:20 PM Frankfurt South station
4h02
6:22 PM Berlin Spandau		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 629 · ICE 751
On time
2:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h13
6:54 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Hessische Landesbahn24337+Deutsche BahnICE 370
On time
2:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h47
7:33 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 751
On time
3:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h52
6:54 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 370
On time
3:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h18
7:33 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 721 · ICE 1130
On time
3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h20
8:01 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 596
On time
3:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h46
8:31 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 596 · ICE 1504
On time
3:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h37
8:22 PM Berlin Hbf		2 changes
Hessische Landesbahn24343+Deutsche BahnICE 794
On time
3:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h44
8:30 PM Berlin-Charlottenburg		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1130
On time
4:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h59
8:01 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 596
On time
4:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h16
8:31 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 596 · ICE 1504
On time
4:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h07
8:22 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 794
On time
4:20 PM Frankfurt South station
4h10
8:30 PM Berlin-Charlottenburg		0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 723 · ICE 834
On time
4:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h13
8:54 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Hessische Landesbahn24347+Deutsche BahnICE 278
On time
4:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h47
9:33 PM Berlin Hbf		1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 834
On time
5:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h52
8:54 PM Berlin Hbf		0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin?

The best time to book your train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Frankfurt am Main to Berlin route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Berlin.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin run on average 43 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 18RM if you book in advance.

There are 17 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 55m.

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
3h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
18RM
Trains per day
43
Direct trains
17
Fastest train
3h 55m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
28 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 Frankfurt am Main to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin from 18RM. 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 35m
Cheapest Price
18RM
Deutsche Bahn frequency
35 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 55m
Cheapest Price
37RM
FlixTrain frequency
9 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 52m
Cheapest Price
75RM
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Berlin train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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
Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin can start from as little as 18RM when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is 37RM; 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 Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is 3h 55m 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 Frankfurt am Main to Berlin leaves at 12:01 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin leaves at 11:58 pm.
Yes, there are 17 direct trains a day from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin 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 Frankfurt am Main to Berlin, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) for the best way to get you to Berlin. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Berlin from Frankfurt am Main is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin including taking a coach, train and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Berlin

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

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

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

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin leave from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. The station is 2 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre at Im Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · 1RM · every ~51 min
BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min
Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · 3RM · every ~38 min
SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · 3RM · every ~39 min

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.

Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 11m · 2RM
Trn · 12m · 3RM
S8, S9 · 19m · 3RM · every ~5 min
BusS8e · 28m · 6RM
X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min
61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.

Frankfurt (Main) SüdFrankfurt (Main) Süd, Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am MainWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS6, S5, S4, S3 · 5m · 1RM · every ~27 min
BusN8 · 9m
M36, 30 · 14m · every ~21 min
Tram18 · 11m · 3RM · every ~12 min
SubwayU8, U3, U2, U1 · 5m · 3RM · every ~40 min

Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) Süd 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: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.

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