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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$140
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
426 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof will cost around $140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 38 trains that leave Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for Berlin Ostbahnhof on Tue, Dec 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 426 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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 1272S5 · ICE 1272ICE 698 · 73807ICE 778 · ICE 541ICE 592 · S5ICE 934 · S3ICE 834 · S3ICE 838 · S3ICE 932 · S3ICE 1130 · S5
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof 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 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 264 miles (426 km)
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5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 934 · S3 | 6:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h14 | 10:16 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 378 | On time 6:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 10:50 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1138 · S5 | On time 7:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 11:21 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 694 · ICE 994 | On time 7:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 11:50 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 694 · ICE 1602 · S5 | On time 7:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 11:41 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 932 · S3 | 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h14 | 12:16 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 376 | On time 8:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 12:50 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ECE 8 · ICE 1043 · S5 | On time 8:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 1:21 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1074 · ICE 847 | On time 9:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 1:28 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1134 · 18161 | On time 11:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 3:21 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 690 · ICE 1508 · S5 | On time 11:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 3:41 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 690 · ICE 798 | On time 11:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h34 | 3:49 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 838 · S3 | On time 12:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h14 | 4:16 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 372 | On time 12:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 4:50 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 6 · ICE 1045 · 18165 | On time 12:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 5:21 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1072 · ICE 941 | On time 1:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h27 | 5:29 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 598 · ICE 1506 · S5 | On time 1:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 5:41 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 598 · ICE 796 | On time 1:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h34 | 5:49 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1130 · S5 | On time 3:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 7:21 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 596 · ICE 1504 · S5 | On time 3:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 7:41 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 596 · ICE 794 | On time 3:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h34 | 7:49 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 834 · S3 | On time 4:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h14 | 8:16 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1070 · ICE 945 | On time 5:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h29 | 9:31 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 594 · ICE 1502 · 73787 | On time 5:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h31 | 9:46 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 594 · ICE 792 | On time 5:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h34 | 9:49 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 70 · ICE 947 | On time 6:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h50 | 11:36 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 592 · S5 | On time 7:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h36 | 11:51 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 274 | On time 8:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h52 | 1:07 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1659 · S3 · S8 · 3342 | On time 8:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h17 | 5:36 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 5 transfers | |
| S9 · ICE 100 · ICE 1541 · 3704 | 8:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h23 | 4:55 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1272 | On time 10:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h27 | 6:02 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S5 · ICE 1272 | On time 10:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h05 | 6:02 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
| S8 · IC 60470 · ICE 649 | 12:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h19 | 7:03 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 698 · 73807 | 2:31 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h53 | 7:24 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 778 · ICE 541 | 3:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h47 | 8:28 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 78 · ICE 1041 · 18149 | 4:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 9:21 AM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof
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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 264 miles (426 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 264 miles (426 km) |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 00:33 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Berlin Ostbahnhof from $24 (€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.
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
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