- Must visit
Städel Museum
Major fine art museum with works from Old Masters to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Spandau to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Spandau to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 4 trains that leave Berlin Spandau for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf on Mon, Jun 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 415 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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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ICE 9590Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Spandau to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $122.
Distance: 257 miles (415 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $202 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Spandau to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Spandau to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $68 (€56).
A bus is $159 (€130) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin Spandau to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $202 (€165).
Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 18m.
Bus takes on average 6h 53m.
The journey is about 40m faster (4h 18m by train vs 4h 58m by car) and roughly $30 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($68 (€56) vs $97 (€80)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Spandau to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 597 | Delayed 9:37 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h07 | 11:46 AM 11:46 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 942 · ICE 1073 | Delayed 8:07 AM 9:59 AMBerlin Spandau | 3h58 | 1:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 373 | On time 10:47 AM Berlin Spandau | 3h57 | 2:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 599 | On time 11:37 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h07 | 3:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1135 | On time 12:12 PM Berlin Spandau | 3h44 | 3:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 375 | On time 12:45 PM Berlin Spandau | 3h59 | 4:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 691 | On time 1:37 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h07 | 5:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 377 · ICE 681 · 4533 | On time 2:47 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h46 | 7:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 377 | On time 2:47 PM Berlin Spandau | 3h57 | 6:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 693 | On time 3:37 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h07 | 7:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1139 | On time 4:12 PM Berlin Spandau | 3h44 | 7:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 379 | On time 4:44 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h00 | 8:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 844 · ICE 77 | On time 5:59 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h39 | 10:38 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 844 · ICE 77 · S3 | On time 5:59 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h37 | 10:36 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 677 | On time 6:47 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h54 | 11:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 842 · ICE 79 | On time 7:59 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h59 | 12:58 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3160 · ICE 699 | On time 8:54 PM Berlin Spandau | 6h11 | 3:05 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 · 3739 · 16137 · IC 60408 | 8:57 PM Berlin Spandau | 8h43 | 5:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 273 · 15751 · 15503 | On time 11:05 PM Berlin Spandau | 6h54 | 5:59 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 273 · 4591 | On time 11:05 PM Berlin Spandau | 7h04 | 6:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
62036 · ICE 1540 · ICE 525 | On time 11:22 PM Berlin Spandau | 8h29 | 7:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
62036 · ICE 1540 · ICE 1271 | On time 11:22 PM Berlin Spandau | 8h52 | 8:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
ICE 9590 | On time 7:11 AM Berlin Spandau | 3h45 | 10:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1131 | On time 8:12 AM Berlin Spandau | 3h44 | 11:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Berlin Spandau to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 257 miles (415 km) distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 257 miles (415 km) |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 3:54 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
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Major fine art museum with works from Old Masters to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
Popular natural history museum famous for dinosaur skeletons, fossils, biodiversity displays, and family-friendly exhibits.
Sculpture museum in a historic villa, known for an outstanding collection spanning ancient Egypt to Neoclassicism.
Historic square at the heart of the old town, lined with reconstructed timber houses and major civic landmarks.
Rebuilt old town quarter between Römer and the cathedral, popular for its picturesque lanes and heritage-inspired architecture.
Riverside museum district along the Main, ideal for walking and one of Frankfurt’s defining cultural areas.
A cold herb sauce made with seven fresh herbs, usually served with eggs and potatoes. It is one of Frankfurt’s most iconic regional specialties.
Thin smoked pork sausages traditionally served with mustard, bread, or potato salad. They are a protected regional product strongly associated with Frankfurt.
A sour milk cheese marinated with onions, vinegar, and oil. A classic Hessian tavern dish, especially popular with apple wine.
A celebrated fine dining restaurant in Frankfurt, known for refined modern cuisine and an elegant setting in the Palmengarten area.
A well-known traditional tavern in Sachsenhausen with dependable Hessian food, apple wine, and a warm local atmosphere.
A famous Sachsenhausen tavern serving classic Frankfurt and Hessian dishes with traditional apple wine in a lively, rustic setting.
Prices are high by German standards, especially near the station and city center, but supermarkets and casual eateries help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and for hotel staff.
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