The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 10 trains that leave Berlin Südkreuz station for Frankfurt South station on Sun, Jun 21, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 419 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 56 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 57 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.
FlixTrain5:53 PM4h07Berlin Südkreuz station10:00 PMFrankfurt South station$931One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain12:04 PM3h56Berlin Südkreuz station4:00 PMFrankfurt South station$1001One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain12:04 PM3h57Berlin Südkreuz station4:01 PMFrankfurt South station$1111One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain2:00 PM4h00Berlin Südkreuz station6:00 PMFrankfurt South station$1171One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain8:04 AM3h56Berlin Südkreuz station12:00 PMFrankfurt South station$1231One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain8:04 AM3h56Berlin Südkreuz station12:00 PMFrankfurt South station$1231One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain12:04 PM3h56Berlin Südkreuz station4:00 PMFrankfurt South station$1001One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain10:04 AM3h56Berlin Südkreuz station2:00 PMFrankfurt South station$1291One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain4:04 PM3h56Berlin Südkreuz station8:00 PMFrankfurt South station$1291One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain12:04 PM3h57Berlin Südkreuz station4:01 PMFrankfurt South station$1111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. 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 $23, and a flight costs an average of $122.
Distance: 260 miles (419 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $167 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station costing on average $46 (€37).
A bus is $123 (€101) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station costing on average $167 (€136).
Other travel options to Frankfurt South station take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 33m.
Bus takes on average 7h 55m.
The journey is about 30m faster (4h 33m by train vs 5h 3m by car) and roughly $48 (€40) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($46 (€37) vs $94 (€77)). 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 FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 699 · S5 | Delayed 7:49 PM 9:35 PMBerlin Südkreuz station | 6h02 | 3:37 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 273 | 11:11 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 6h42 | 5:53 AM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
21956 · ICE 273 | 11:15 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 6h38 | 5:53 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 905 · ICE 1022 · 15506 | On time 11:37 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h18 | 7:55 AM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1540 · ICE 1271 · 4506 | On time 11:42 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h49 | 8:31 AM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1540 · ICE 525+ 24313 | On time 11:42 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h16 | 7:58 AM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FlixTrain | 8:04 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 3h56 | 12:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 10:04 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 3h56 | 2:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:04 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 3h56 | 4:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:04 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 3h57 | 4:01 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 2:00 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 4h00 | 6:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 2:00 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 4h02 | 6:02 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 4:04 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 3h56 | 8:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 4:04 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 3h58 | 8:02 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 5:53 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 4h07 | 10:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 5:53 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 5h10 | 11:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station
Trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 260 miles (419 km) distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 260 miles (419 km) |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 7:04 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station trainsFlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Berlin Südkreuz station and Frankfurt South station from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
FlixTrain GmbH
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station 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 South station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station
Most Berlin Südkreuz station to Frankfurt South station 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 Südkreuz station and Frankfurt South station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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:
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.
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:
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.
Getting to Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, 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 (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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