The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
3 h 52 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
425 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 39 trains that leave Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for Berlin on Thu, Feb 26, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct trains cover the 425 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 52 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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.
ICE 698
ICE 1272
S5 · ICE 1272
ICE 274
S9 · ICE 100 · ICE 1541
ICE 934
ICE 832
ICE 834
ICE 932
ICE 838Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $127.
Distance: 264 miles (425 km)
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Live departures
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin trains for today, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 698 | Delayed 2:32 AM 2:31 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h55 | 7:38 AM 7:38 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 4 · ICE 945 | Delayed 4:54 PM 4:46 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h33 | 9:19 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 594 · ICE 1502 | Delayed 5:31 PM 5:15 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 9:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 594 | Delayed 5:31 PM 5:15 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 9:31 PM 9:31 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 832 | On time 6:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 9:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 276 | Delayed 6:19 PM 6:15 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 10:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 592 | Delayed 7:20 PM 7:15 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 11:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 274 | On time 8:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h01 | 2:36 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 590 · ICE 904 | On time 9:31 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h59 | 5:30 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1272 | On time 10:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h13 | 5:48 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1272 · 18242 | On time 10:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h05 | 5:40 AM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 1 transfer | |
S5 · ICE 1272 | On time 10:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h51 | 5:48 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S5 · ICE 1272 · 18242 | 10:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h43 | 5:40 AM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, February 26 | |||||
S8 · IC 60470 · ICE 649 | On time 12:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h08 | 6:52 AM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 698 | 2:32 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h06 | 7:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 778 · ICE 541 | On time 3:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 8:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 78 · ICE 1041 | On time 4:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 9:01 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 696 | On time 5:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 9:30 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 934 | On time 6:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 9:54 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 378 | On time 6:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h23 | 10:38 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1555 · ICE 802 | On time 6:19 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h49 | 11:08 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 76 · ICE 845 | On time 6:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h30 | 11:16 AM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 694 | On time 7:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h16 | 11:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 932 | On time 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 11:54 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 376 | On time 8:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h23 | 12:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 8 · ICE 1043 | On time 8:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 1:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 692 · ICE 1600 | On time 9:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 1:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 692 | On time 9:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 1:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 74 · ICE 849 | On time 10:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h30 | 3:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 690 | On time 11:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 3:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 690 · ICE 1508 | On time 11:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 3:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 838 | On time 12:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 3:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 372 | On time 12:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h23 | 4:38 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 6 · ICE 1045 | On time 12:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 5:01 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 598 · ICE 1506 | On time 1:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 5:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 598 | On time 1:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 5:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
15520 · ICE 9591 | On time 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h14 | 6:04 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 596 | On time 3:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h15 | 7:30 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 596 · ICE 1504 | On time 3:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h07 | 7:22 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 834 | 4:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h52 | 7:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 278 | On time 4:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h24 | 8:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin
Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:31, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 264 miles (425 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 264 miles (425 km) |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 02:31 |
Last train 22:59 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Berlin from $23 (€18). 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
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