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Pergamonmuseum (Pergamon Museum)
One of Berlin’s most famous museums on Museum Island, known for monumental antiquities including the Pergamon Altar collection displays and Near Eastern art. A major cultural highlight despite phased,
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
450 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dorsten to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dorsten to Berlin will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dorsten for Berlin on Sun, Jun 21, 2 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 450 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 20 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dorsten to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 $31, and a flight costs an average of $113.
Distance: 279 miles (450 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $188 Average price | $96 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 6m 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 |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Dorsten to Berlin:
A bus is $111 (€91) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dorsten to Berlin costing on average $158 (€129).
A bus is $141 (€116) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dorsten to Berlin costing on average $188 (€154).
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 38m.
Bus takes on average 6h 58m.
You'll arrive about 1h 28m sooner (4h 38m by train vs 6h 6m by car). Tickets start at around $158 (€129) compared to roughly $96 (€79) 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 Dorsten to Berlin 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 |
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![]() | 12:07 PM Dorsten Bf | 4h35 | 4:42 PM Berlin | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Dorsten to Berlin run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€72) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 279 miles (450 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 279 miles (450 km) |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€72) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 7 days |
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One of Berlin’s most famous museums on Museum Island, known for monumental antiquities including the Pergamon Altar collection displays and Near Eastern art. A major cultural highlight despite phased,
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Berlin’s most famous historic boulevard, lined with monumental buildings and key sights. A classic walk connecting Brandenburg Gate with Museum Island and the city’s historic core.
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One of Berlin’s oldest restaurants, serving traditional German and Berlin specialties in a historic, atmospheric dining room.
Moderate by Western European standards. Budget eats and transit are reasonable, while central hotels and nightlife can be pricey.
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Berlin Hbf, Berlin -> Alexanderplatz, Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dorsten 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 Dorsten to Berlin trains use the Dorsten to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Zoologischer Garten. Use this guide to compare Dorsten and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dorsten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Taverna Angelos, Cafe Extrablatt, Imbiss Funke, Asia City
Wi-Fi is available at Dorsten. ATMs are available at Dorsten.
Ticket office support is available at Dorsten. Information desks are available at Dorsten.
Luggage storage is available at Dorsten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dorsten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dorsten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dorsten.
Hervest-Dorsten is 1 km from Dorsten city centre. Public transport options include:
Hervest-Dorsten 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: Lunemanns Wirtshaus, Burger King, Factory, MezzoMar
Wi-Fi is available at Hervest-Dorsten. ATMs are available at Hervest-Dorsten.
Ticket office support is available at Hervest-Dorsten. Information desks are available at Hervest-Dorsten.
Luggage storage is available at Hervest-Dorsten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hervest-Dorsten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hervest-Dorsten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hervest-Dorsten.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Yasemin.
Rhade is 10 km from Dorsten city centre. Public transport options include:
Rhade 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: Zur alten Mühle, Gasthaus Pierick, Eiscafé Roma, Meteora
Wi-Fi is available at Rhade. ATMs are available at Rhade.
Ticket office support is available at Rhade. Information desks are available at Rhade.
Luggage storage is available at Rhade. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rhade: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rhade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rhade.
Nearby hotels include Gasthaus Pierick.
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 Zoologischer Garten is 5 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Zoologischer Garten 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: Kouzina, Aida, Madame Ngo, Thanh Long
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Zoologischer Garten. ATMs are available at Berlin Zoologischer Garten.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Zoologischer Garten. Information desks are available at Berlin Zoologischer Garten.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Zoologischer Garten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Zoologischer Garten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Zoologischer Garten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Zoologischer Garten.
Nearby hotels include Air in Berlin Hotel, City Ansbach, Hotel Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof, Hotel Classic.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
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