The cheapest and fastest trains from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€83
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 23 trains that leave Duisburg Hbf for Berlin Hbf on Mon, Aug 10, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 10 the direct trains cover the 468 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Mon, Aug 10 the slowest trains will take 5 h 11 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.
FlixTrain4:44 PM4h36Duisburg Hbf9:20 PMBerlin Hbf€211One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain12:44 PM4h36Duisburg Hbf5:20 PMBerlin Hbf€271One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain8:50 AM4h30Duisburg Hbf1:20 PMBerlin Hbf€281One-way0 transfers
ICE 920 · ICE 5412:53 AM5h47Duisburg Hbf8:40 AMBerlin Hbf€601One-way1 transfer
ICE 9477:16 PM5h05Duisburg Hbf12:21 AMBerlin Hbf€731One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain8:50 AM4h30Duisburg Hbf1:20 PMBerlin Hbf€281One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain4:44 PM4h36Duisburg Hbf9:20 PMBerlin Hbf€211One-way0 transfers
FlixTrain12:44 PM4h36Duisburg Hbf5:20 PMBerlin Hbf€271One-way0 transfers
ICE 9477:16 PM5h05Duisburg Hbf12:21 AMBerlin Hbf€731One-way0 transfers
26709 · ICE 5457:59 AM5h11Duisburg Hbf1:10 PMBerlin Hbf€1071One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €54.
Distance: 290 miles (468 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€74 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €179 Average price | €81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf:
A bus is €40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf costing on average €74.
A bus is €145 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf costing on average €179.
Other travel options to Berlin Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 31m.
Bus takes on average 7h 9m.
The journey is about 1h 42m faster (4h 31m by train vs 6h 13m by car) and roughly €7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€74 vs €81). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf trains for today, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 920 · ICE 2587 | Delayed 12:53 AM 2:52 AMDuisburg Hbf | 6h31 | 7:42 AM 7:42 AMBerlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26833 · ICE 514 · 4445 · ICE 1272 | 8:38 PM Duisburg Hbf | 10h28 | 7:06 AM Berlin Hbf | 4 transfers | |
89737 · Bus RE70 · ICE 649 | 9:15 PM Duisburg Hbf | 10h27 | 7:42 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, August 10 | |||||
ICE 920 · ICE 541 | On time 2:53 AM Duisburg Hbf | 5h47 | 8:40 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26801 · ICE 843 | On time 4:38 AM Duisburg Hbf | 5h34 | 10:12 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1028 · ICE 507 | On time 4:47 AM Duisburg Hbf | 5h35 | 10:22 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 543 | On time 5:50 AM Duisburg Hbf | 5h20 | 11:10 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26707 · ICE 845 | On time 6:59 AM Duisburg Hbf | 5h13 | 12:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 545 | On time 7:56 AM Duisburg Hbf | 5h14 | 1:10 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26709 · ICE 545 | On time 7:59 AM Duisburg Hbf | 5h11 | 1:10 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 8:50 AM Duisburg Hbf | 4h30 | 1:20 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26711 · ICE 847 | On time 8:59 AM Duisburg Hbf | 5h13 | 2:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 204 · ICE 547 | On time 9:47 AM Duisburg Hbf | 5h23 | 3:10 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26715 · ICE 849 | On time 10:59 AM Duisburg Hbf | 5h13 | 4:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 202 · ICE 549 | On time 11:47 AM Duisburg Hbf | 5h23 | 5:10 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 12:44 PM Duisburg Hbf | 4h36 | 5:20 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26719 · ICE 941 | On time 12:59 PM Duisburg Hbf | 5h13 | 6:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26819 · ICE 641 | On time 1:38 PM Duisburg Hbf | 5h34 | 7:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26723 · ICE 943 | On time 2:59 PM Duisburg Hbf | 5h14 | 8:13 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26823 · ICE 643 | On time 3:38 PM Duisburg Hbf | 5h32 | 9:10 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 4:44 PM Duisburg Hbf | 4h36 | 9:20 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26727 · ICE 945 | On time 4:59 PM Duisburg Hbf | 5h13 | 10:12 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26827 · ICE 645 | On time 5:38 PM Duisburg Hbf | 5h32 | 11:10 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 · ICE 809 | On time 5:47 PM Duisburg Hbf | 6h04 | 11:51 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 947 | On time 7:16 PM Duisburg Hbf | 5h05 | 12:21 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf
Trains from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:07, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 290 miles (468 km) distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 290 miles (468 km) |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 3:07 AM |
Last train 11:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Duisburg Hbf and Berlin Hbf from €19. 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.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf
Most Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf trains use the Duisburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Duisburg Hbf and Berlin Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Duisburg Hbf from Duisburg city centre
Duisburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Duisburg Hbf 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: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
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.
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