The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Cheapest price
zł220
Average price
zł347
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof 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 Ostbahnhof will cost around zł347 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł220.
Of the 20 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Berlin Ostbahnhof on Fri, Aug 14, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 435 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 4 h 14 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.
9:58 AM4h18Frankfurt (main) Süd (flixtrain)2:16 PMBerlin Ostbahnhofzł2201One-way1 transfer
1:58 PM4h18Frankfurt (main) Süd (flixtrain)6:16 PMBerlin Ostbahnhofzł2201One-way1 transfer
7:15 AM4h35Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof11:50 AMBerlin Ostbahnhofzł3441One-way0 transfers
9:15 AM4h35Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof1:50 PMBerlin Ostbahnhofzł3441One-way0 transfers
11:15 AM4h35Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof3:50 PMBerlin Ostbahnhofzł3441One-way0 transfers
7:02 AM4h07Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof11:09 AMBerlin Ostbahnhofzł3671One-way1 transfer
9:02 AM4h07Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof1:09 PMBerlin Ostbahnhofzł3671One-way1 transfer
11:02 AM4h07Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof3:09 PMBerlin Ostbahnhofzł3671One-way1 transfer
1:02 PM4h07Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof5:09 PMBerlin Ostbahnhofzł3671One-way1 transfer
8:02 AM4h14Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof12:16 PMBerlin Ostbahnhofzł3671One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł122. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł122, and a flight costs an average of zł470.
Distance: 270 miles (435 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł228 Average price | zł196 Average price Cheapest | zł819 Average price | zł353 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof:
A bus is zł31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof costing on average zł228.
A bus is zł623 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof costing on average zł819.
Other travel options to Berlin Ostbahnhof take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 54m.
Bus takes on average 8h 10m.
The journey is about 38m faster (4h 54m by train vs 5h 32m by car) and roughly zł126 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł228 vs zł353). 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 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
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof trains for tomorrow, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:46 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h50 | 8:36 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:15 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h31 | 10:46 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:02 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h07 | 11:09 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h35 | 11:50 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:02 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h14 | 12:16 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h31 | 12:46 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:02 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h07 | 1:09 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h35 | 1:50 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:58 AM Frankfurt (main) Süd (flixtrain) | 4h18 | 2:16 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h29 | 2:44 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:02 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h07 | 3:09 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h35 | 3:50 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:02 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h14 | 4:16 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h29 | 4:44 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:02 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h07 | 5:09 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:15 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h35 | 5:50 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:58 PM Frankfurt (main) Süd (flixtrain) | 4h18 | 6:16 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h29 | 6:44 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:02 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h17 | 7:19 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 4h35 | 7:50 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof run on average 25 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł92 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 270 miles (435 km) distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 270 miles (435 km) |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price zł92 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 8:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Berlin Ostbahnhof from zł92. 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 GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof 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 Ostbahnhof, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Ostbahnhof trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Berlin Ostbahnhof train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Berlin Ostbahnhof from Berlin city centre
Berlin Ostbahnhof is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Ostbahnhof train station facilities and services
Berlin Ostbahnhof 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: Jäger & Lustig, BLOCK HOUSE, Pizza und Pasta, Lang Van II
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Ostbahnhof. ATMs are available at Berlin Ostbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Ostbahnhof. Information desks are available at Berlin Ostbahnhof.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Ostbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Ostbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Ostbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Ostbahnhof.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain, Armony Hotel, Nu hotel berlin, Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side.
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