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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Cheapest price
$151
Average price
$182
Fastest journey
4 h 33 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
429 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $151.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport without transferring at least once.
ICE 992 · 2189352829 · ICE 932 · 21877ICE 527 · ICE 932 · 21877S8 · ICE 692 · 21889ICE 529 · ICE 692 · 21889ICE 527 · ICE 932 · 2187752829 · ICE 932 · 21877S8 · ICE 692 · 21889ICE 529 · ICE 692 · 21889ICE 992 · 21893Frankfurt am Main Airport - Berlin Brandenburg AirportCompare Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain
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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €94.
Distance: 266 miles (429 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€91 Average price | €149 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:35 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 5h25 | 10:00 PM Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 19 | |||||
| 52829 · ICE 932 · 21877 | 7:36 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h38 | 12:14 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 527 · ICE 932 · 21877 | On time 7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h33 | 12:14 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 529 · ICE 692 · 21889 | On time 8:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 1:45 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 692 · 21889 | 8:54 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h51 | 1:45 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 992 · 21893 | On time 9:09 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h05 | 2:14 PM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 16:01. The fastest train covers the 266 miles (429 km) distance in 5h 2m.
Distance 266 miles (429 km) |
Average train duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 16:01 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Berlin Brandenburg Airport from $25 (€20). 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
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport
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