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Salzbergwerk Berchtesgaden
Hands-on museum and mine train experience inside a historic salt mine, explaining the industry that shaped Berchtesgaden.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Berchtesgaden 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 to Berchtesgaden will cost around €127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €127.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 1 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berchtesgaden, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 419 km distance in an average of 6 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 36 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 6 h 36 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.

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berchtesgaden run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 260 miles (419 km) distance in 5h 30m.
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The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Berchtesgaden trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:57 AM Frankfurt am Main | 6h41 | 1:38 PM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:57 AM Frankfurt am Main | 6h41 | 2:38 PM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 8:57 AM Frankfurt am Main | 6h41 | 3:38 PM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 9:57 AM Frankfurt am Main | 6h41 | 4:38 PM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 10:57 AM Frankfurt am Main | 6h41 | 5:38 PM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 11:57 AM Frankfurt am Main | 6h41 | 6:38 PM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 12:57 PM Frankfurt am Main | 6h41 | 7:38 PM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 1:57 PM Frankfurt am Main | 6h41 | 8:38 PM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 2:57 PM Frankfurt am Main | 6h37 | 9:34 PM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 3:57 PM Frankfurt am Main | 6h46 | 10:43 PM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 4:57 PM Frankfurt am Main | 6h37 | 11:34 PM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:57 PM Frankfurt am Main | 11h00 | 6:57 AM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 8:57 PM Frankfurt am Main | 10h25 | 7:22 AM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Hands-on museum and mine train experience inside a historic salt mine, explaining the industry that shaped Berchtesgaden.
Major mountain museum with royal rooms, art, weapons, and regional history inside Berchtesgaden’s former palace complex.
Compact local museum on the market square presenting town history, crafts, and life in Berchtesgaden across centuries.
Historic central square with colorful facades, arcades, and mountain views, ideal for exploring Berchtesgaden’s old-town atmosphere.
Panoramic viewpoint and easy walking area below the Kehlstein road, admired for classic views across the valley and mountains.
Picturesque district north of town, best known for its onion-domed pilgrimage church and exceptional alpine photo opportunities.
A hearty Alpine stew of potatoes, beef or pork, onions and spices. It is a rustic Bavarian mountain dish long associated with Berchtesgaden inns.
Pan-fried potato noodles served savory with sauerkraut or sweet with poppy seeds. A staple across Upper Bavaria and common in mountain homes.
Warm Bavarian meat loaf, usually sliced with sweet mustard and bread. It is a classic morning or lunch snack in local beer halls and butcheries.
Elegant restaurant at Hotel Edelweiss serving refined regional and seasonal cuisine in a polished setting popular for special dinners.
Historic traditional inn in central Berchtesgaden known for Bavarian classics, beer and cozy Alpine rooms with a long local reputation.
Established mountain and town favorite for Bavarian food, cakes and views. A good stop for traditional meals in a relaxed Alpine setting.
Moderate for Bavaria: lodging and dining cost more than smaller German towns, but transit is manageable and many casual meals stay reasonably priced.
Service is usually included. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes if service is good.
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Berchtesgaden Hbf -> Berchtesgaden Markt
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Most Frankfurt am Main to Berchtesgaden trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berchtesgaden Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Berchtesgaden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) 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 options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd 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: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Berchtesgaden 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 options include: Gasthof zur Schießstätte, Gasthof Watzmann, Cafeteria, Osteria al Parco
Wi-Fi is available at Berchtesgaden Hbf. ATMs are available at Berchtesgaden Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berchtesgaden Hbf. Information desks are available at Berchtesgaden Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Berchtesgaden Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berchtesgaden Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berchtesgaden Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berchtesgaden Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alpina Ros Demming, Die schlafende Goass, Kulturhof Stanggass.
Check train stations information for Frankfurt am Main and Berchtesgaden, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.