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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Altenburg
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Altenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Altenburg will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 3 trains that leave Berlin for Altenburg on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 184 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 58 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.
8:57 AM4h58Berlin1:55 PMAltenburg$271One-way0 transfers
8:54 AM2h16Berlin11:10 AMAltenburg$541One-way0 transfers- 6:36 AM3h59Berlin10:35 AMAltenburg$1271One-way0 transfers
- 8:54 AM2h16Berlin11:10 AMAltenburg$541One-way0 transfers
- 6:36 AM3h59Berlin10:35 AMAltenburg$1271One-way0 transfers
- 8:57 AM4h58Berlin1:55 PMAltenburg$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Berlin to Altenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Altenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 114 miles (184 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Altenburg:
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Altenburg costing on average $74 (€61).
Other travel options to Altenburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 20m.
You'll arrive about 59m sooner (2h 5m by train vs 3h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $74 (€61) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Berlin to Altenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Altenburg trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:29 AM Berlin | 2h07 | 9:36 AM Altenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:54 AM Berlin | 2h16 | 11:10 AM Altenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:29 AM Berlin | 2h07 | 11:36 AM Altenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 6:36 AM Berlin | 3h59 | 10:35 AM Altenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Altenburg
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Trains from Berlin to Altenburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (184 km) distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 114 miles (184 km) |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 6:18 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Berlin to Altenburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Berlin and Altenburg from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Altenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Altenburg 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 Altenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin to Altenburg
Most Berlin to Altenburg trains use the Berlin Hbf to Altenburg station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Altenburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Berlin station do trains to Altenburg leave from?
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 Gesundbrunnen from Berlin city centre
Berlin Gesundbrunnen is 3 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Gesundbrunnen train station facilities and services
Berlin Gesundbrunnen 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: La Femme, Insel Snack, Curry-Baude, BAK Breakfast House
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. ATMs are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Information desks are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Luisenbad, Citylight Hotel, Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte.
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.
Which Altenburg station do trains from Berlin arrive at?
Getting to Altenburg from Altenburg city centre
Altenburg is 1 km from Altenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Altenburg train station facilities and services
Altenburg 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: Athos, Immergrün, Wettiner Hof, Goa - Indisches Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Altenburg. ATMs are available at Altenburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Altenburg. Information desks are available at Altenburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Altenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Altenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Altenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Altenburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel "Astor".
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