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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Lüneburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 16

Cheapest price on Sep 16

Average ticket price on Sep 16

$45

Fastest journey on Sep 16

2 h 8 m

Average journey duration on Sep 16

2 h 8 m

Trains on Sep 16

Distance

217 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Berlin to Lüneburg will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Berlin to Lüneburg without transferring at least once.

ICE 646 · ICE 1686
4:28 AM2h57
Berlin Hbf
7:25 AMLüneburg station
$91One-way
1 transfer
ICE 644 · ICE 888
6:47 AM2h38
Berlin Hbf
9:25 AMLüneburg station
$91One-way
1 transfer
ICE 240 · ICE 78+82114
6:14 AM3h09
Berlin Hbf
9:23 AMLüneburg station
$221One-way
2 transfers
ICE 646 · 16922+82104
4:28 AM2h41
Berlin Hbf
7:09 AMLüneburg station
$221One-way
2 transfers
ICE 808+21147
6:09 AM2h08
Berlin Hbf
8:17 AMLüneburg station
$311One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Berlin to Lüneburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Lüneburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $75 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $75, while a flight costs an average of $711.

Distance: 134 miles (217 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Flight	Driving
$75 Average price Cheapest	$711 Average price	$52 Average price (fuel + tolls)
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 32m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	3h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	- CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	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.

The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Lüneburg is a train with an average price of $75.

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Lüneburg:

A train is $636 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Lüneburg costing on average $711.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Lüneburg is by train with an average journey time of 2h 21m.

Other travel options to Lüneburg take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Berlin and Lüneburg including taking a train and flight.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Berlin to Lüneburg among Omio's users.

Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 7m sooner (2h 21m by train vs 3h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $75 compared to roughly $52 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.

Direct services run with FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

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 Lüneburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Lüneburg trains for today, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 808+21147	On time 6:09 AM Berlin Hbf	2h08	8:17 AM Lüneburg station	1 transfer
ICE 872+81615	On time 6:35 AM Berlin Hbf	2h49	9:24 AM Lüneburg station	1 transfer
ICE 644 · ICE 888	On time 6:47 AM Berlin Hbf	2h38	9:25 AM Lüneburg station	1 transfer
ICE 606+81617	Delayed 5:41 AM 7:37 AMBerlin Hbf	2h47	10:24 AM Lüneburg station	1 transfer
ICE 795 · 16928+82116	On time 7:37 AM Berlin Spandau	2h46	10:23 AM Lüneburg station	2 transfers
ICE 944 · ICE 686	On time 7:47 AM Berlin Hbf	2h38	10:25 AM Lüneburg station	1 transfer
ICE 2074+21113	On time 8:09 AM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station	3h08	11:17 AM Lüneburg station	1 transfer
ICE 642 · ICE 886	On time 8:47 AM Berlin Hbf	2h38	11:25 AM Lüneburg station	1 transfer
ICE 804+21115	On time 10:09 AM Berlin Hbf	2h08	12:17 PM Lüneburg station	1 transfer
ICE 146 · ECE 8+82122	On time 10:16 AM Berlin Hbf	3h07	1:23 PM Lüneburg station	2 transfers
ICE 640 · ICE 882	On time 10:47 AM Berlin Hbf	2h38	1:25 PM Lüneburg station	1 transfer
ICE 802+21119	On time 12:08 PM Berlin Hbf	2h09	2:17 PM Lüneburg station	1 transfer
RJ 178+81627	On time 12:34 PM Berlin Hbf	2h50	3:24 PM Lüneburg station	1 transfer
ICE 548 · ICE 880	On time 12:47 PM Berlin Hbf	2h38	3:25 PM Lüneburg station	1 transfer
ICE 800+21123	On time 2:09 PM Berlin Hbf	2h08	4:17 PM Lüneburg station	1 transfer

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Deutsche Bahn as well as FlixTrain or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Berlin to Lüneburg.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Berlin to Lüneburg

Germany

Trains from Berlin to Lüneburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (217 km) distance in 1h 52m.

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

134 miles (217 km)

Average train duration

2h 21m

Cheapest ticket price

$12

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 52m

First train

12:09 AM

Last train

11:52 PM

Cheapest Month

Mar

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Wed

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom from Berlin to Lüneburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom trains will get you between Berlin and Lüneburg from $12. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration

1h 52m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

$12

Deutsche Bahn frequency

5 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

Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

metronom

About

Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average metronom Duration

3h 24m

Cheapest metronom Price

$59

metronom frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Seat reservation

Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle

Quiet zone

Learn more about metronom

Complete guide to Lüneburg

Things to do in Lüneburg

Discover the best of Lüneburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lüneburg trip today.

Must visit

Museum Lüneburg

Lüneburg’s main museum covers town history, salt, archaeology, and regional culture. Essential for understanding why the city became wealthy.

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Must visit

Deutsches Salzmuseum

Museum on the local gypsum and lime industry with technical displays and regional industrial history. A niche but informative local favorite.

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Recommended

Kloster Lüne Museum and Convent

Preserved convent with exhibitions on monastic life, art, and textiles. Its architecture and quiet setting make it a memorable cultural stop.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-range, transit is reasonable, and tourist costs are lower than in Hamburg or Munich.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: €2.80-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is partly included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is standard in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes.

FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Lüneburg

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Lüneburg 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 Lüneburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Train ticket prices from Berlin to Lüneburg can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $12, while the average price is around $75.

The train from Berlin to Lüneburg takes 1h 52m and runs 7 per day.

The distance by train from Berlin to Lüneburg is 134 miles (217 km).

The first train from Berlin to Lüneburg leaves at 12:09 AM.

The last train from Berlin to Lüneburg leaves at 11:52 PM.

Yes, there is a direct train from Berlin to Lüneburg. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Berlin to Lüneburg.

The train station in Berlin that goes to Lüneburg is Berlin Hbf, which connects to Lüneburg station.

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Lüneburg is by train, with a cost of around $12.

The train journey from Berlin to Lüneburg offers scenic views of the German countryside, including lush green fields and charming small towns, providing a pleasant and picturesque travel experience.

A day trip from Berlin to Lüneburg is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 52m and a distance of 134 miles (217 km). Trains operate 7 times per day.

Two to three days in Lüneburg is typically sufficient to explore its historic old town, visit the German Salt Museum, and enjoy the picturesque surroundings.

Yes, you can take the train from Berlin to Lüneburg.

Since both Berlin and Lüneburg are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

Popular day trips by train from Lüneburg include Hamburg, Hanover, Bremen, Uelzen, Lübeck.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Berlin to Lüneburg among Omio's users.

Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.

Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.

Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.

In Lüneburg, travelers should be aware of petty theft, especially pickpocketing in crowded areas like markets and public transport. It is advisable to keep valuables secure and be cautious in busy spots. Scams are relatively rare but travelers should remain vigilant against overcharging in taxis or at informal currency exchange locations. Overall, standard safety precautions are sufficient to ensure a safe visit.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Berlin to Lüneburg

Most Berlin to Lüneburg trains use the Berlin Hbf to Lüneburg station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Lüneburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Berlin

Arrival train stations in Lüneburg

Which Berlin station do trains to Lüneburg leave from?

Trains from Berlin to Lüneburg leave from Berlin Hbf. The station is 1 miles (3 km) from Berlin city centre at Europaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, Germany.

Berlin HbfEuropaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre

Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb23, Re2, Rb14, Re7, Fex · 5m · $4 · every ~6 min

U5 · 8m · $4 · every ~25 min

BusN40, 142 · 12m · $2 · every ~8 min

170, 270, 170A, 157A, 157 · 18m · $1

TramM8 · 13m · $4 · every ~12 min

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.

More about Berlin Hbf

Berlin SpandauBerlin-Spandau, Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre

Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS3, S9, S5 · 10m · $4 · every ~14 min

S9, S5, S3 · 25m · $4 · every ~14 min

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.