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Muzeum Twierdzy Kostrzyn
Main local museum covering the fortress, destroyed old town, and border history. The essential introduction to Kostrzyn’s past.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Kostrzyn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Kostrzyn will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
On Wed, Nov 11, we found 13 trains from Berlin to Kostrzyn, including 11 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 11 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
On Wed, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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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Trains from Berlin to Kostrzyn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 5:02 AM |
Last train 11:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Berlin to Kostrzyn.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Kostrzyn trains for today, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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5175 | 5:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h19 | 6:57 PM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5177 | 6:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h14 | 7:52 PM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5179 | 7:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h19 | 8:57 PM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5181 | 8:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h14 | 9:52 PM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5183 | 9:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h19 | 10:57 PM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5 · S5 · 5185 | 10:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h51 | 11:52 PM Kostrzyn | 2 transfers | |
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5151 | 5:38 AM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h19 | 6:57 AM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5159 | 9:38 AM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h16 | 10:54 AM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5161 | 10:38 AM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h14 | 11:52 AM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5163 | 11:38 AM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h19 | 12:57 PM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5165 | 12:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h14 | 1:52 PM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5167 | 1:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h19 | 2:57 PM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5169 | 2:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h14 | 3:52 PM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5171 | 3:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h19 | 4:57 PM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5173 | 4:38 PM Berlin-Lichtenberg station | 1h14 | 5:52 PM Kostrzyn | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Main local museum covering the fortress, destroyed old town, and border history. The essential introduction to Kostrzyn’s past.
Open-air exhibition through the ruined old town with interpretive panels and preserved urban remains from the former fortress city.
Exhibition inside Berlin Gate presenting fortress history and archaeology. Compact but rewarding for understanding the town’s defenses.
Historic street grid within the ruined fortress town. Walking here reveals foundations, traces of former plots, and dramatic war history.
Protected wetland landscape famous for birdwatching, cycling, and quiet walks. One of the region’s top nature areas near town.
Main square-like civic space in modern Kostrzyn, surrounded by public buildings and used for local events and everyday town life.
Bigos is a slow-cooked hunter’s stew of cabbage, sauerkraut, mushrooms, and meats. It is a beloved Polish staple often served at family meals and local inns.
Pierogi are Polish dumplings filled with potato and cheese, meat, or seasonal fruit. They are traditional comfort food found across western Poland.
Żurek is a tangy rye soup, often served with sausage and egg. Its sour fermented flavor makes it one of Poland’s most distinctive traditional soups.
Budget-friendly versus many Polish city breaks; meals, lodging, and local transport are usually lower than in major tourist hubs.
Tipping is appreciated, not mandatory. In restaurants, round up or leave about 10% for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Kostrzyn 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 Kostrzyn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Kostrzyn trains use the Berlin-Lichtenberg to Kostrzyn station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Kostrzyn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin-Lichtenberg is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin-Lichtenberg 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 options include: AVCI Bistro, Restaurant Athos, Yoko Sushi, Payamlino Bistro
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin-Lichtenberg. ATMs are available at Berlin-Lichtenberg.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin-Lichtenberg. Information desks are available at Berlin-Lichtenberg.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin-Lichtenberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin-Lichtenberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin-Lichtenberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin-Lichtenberg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Nova, Pension Adamshof, Pension Zum Lichtenberger.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Ostkreuz is 4 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Ostkreuz 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 options include: India Spice, Jelänger Jelieber, JAS, Schneeweiß
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Ostkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Ostkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, A&O Berlin Friedrichshain.
Kostrzyn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kostrzyn.
ATMs are available at Kostrzyn.
Available at Kostrzyn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kostrzyn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kostrzyn.
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