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Pergamonmuseum
World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
Cheapest price
€0.00
Average price
€-0.01
Fastest journey
5 h 11 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
453 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Borken to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Borken to Berlin without transferring at least once.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Borken to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €72.
Distance: 281 miles (453 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€118 Average price | €56 Average price Cheapest | €161 Average price | €80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Borken to Berlin:
A bus is €51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Borken to Berlin costing on average €109.
A bus is €103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Borken to Berlin costing on average €161.
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 6m.
Bus takes on average 8h 57m.
You'll arrive about 1h 6m sooner (5h 6m by train vs 6h 12m by car). Tickets start at around €109 compared to roughly €80 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.
The table below shows live departures for Borken to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:31 AM Borken | 5h11 | 12:42 PM Berlin | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:31 AM Borken | 5h11 | 2:42 PM Berlin | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:31 AM Borken | 6h11 | 4:42 PM Berlin | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Borken to Berlin run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €78 but you can travel from only €42 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 281 miles (453 km) distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 281 miles (453 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €78 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 11m |
First train 12:22 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
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World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
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Moderate for Europe: hostels and budget eats are reasonable, but hotels in central areas can be pricey. Transit is good value for visitors.
Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip is appreciated but not mandatory.
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Berlin Hbf -> Alexanderplatz, Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Borken to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Borken to Berlin trains use the Borken(Westf) to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin-Charlottenburg. Use this guide to compare Borken and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Borken(Westf) 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: Welcome, Restaurant Am alten Rathaus, Café Jägers, Puro - Daily Food Market
Wi-Fi is available at Borken(Westf). ATMs are available at Borken(Westf).
Ticket office support is available at Borken(Westf). Information desks are available at Borken(Westf).
Luggage storage is available at Borken(Westf). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Borken(Westf): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Borken(Westf): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Borken(Westf).
Nearby hotels include Stadthotel Borken, Hotel Haus Fliederbusch, Einhaus.
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-Charlottenburg is 7 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin-Charlottenburg 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: Haus der 100 Biere, Ach!NikO!Ach!, Ristorante Salve, Mommsen-Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin-Charlottenburg. ATMs are available at Berlin-Charlottenburg.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin-Charlottenburg. Information desks are available at Berlin-Charlottenburg.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin-Charlottenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin-Charlottenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin-Charlottenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin-Charlottenburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Orion, Come Inn Berlin Kurfürstendamm Opera, Ku’ Damm 101 Design-Hotel Berlin, EnergieHotel.
Berlin Gesundbrunnen is 3 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: La Femme, Insel Snack, Curry-Baude, BAK Breakfast House
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. ATMs are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Information desks are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Luisenbad, Citylight Hotel, Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte.
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