- Must visit
Pergamonmuseum
World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
Cheapest price
€81
Average price
€81
Fastest journey
4 h 31 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
391 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gelnhausen to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gelnhausen to Berlin will cost around €81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €81.
It's difficult to get from Gelnhausen to Berlin without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gelnhausen to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €101.
Distance: 242 miles (391 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€70 Average price Cheapest | €96 Average price | €297 Average price | €72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Gelnhausen to Berlin:
A train is €26 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gelnhausen to Berlin costing on average €96.
A train is €228 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gelnhausen to Berlin costing on average €297.
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 11m.
Bus takes on average 12h 30m.
The journey is about 1h 38m faster (4h 11m by train vs 5h 49m by car) and roughly €2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€70 vs €72). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Gelnhausen to Berlin trains for today, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:00 PM Gelnhausen Bahnhof | 5h17 | 3:17 AM Berlin | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 27 | |||||
![]() | 7:00 AM Gelnhausen Bahnhof | 4h50 | 11:50 AM Berlin | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:01 AM Gelnhausen Bahnhof | 4h49 | 1:50 PM Berlin | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Gelnhausen Bahnhof | 4h50 | 3:50 PM Berlin | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Gelnhausen Bahnhof | 4h50 | 5:50 PM Berlin | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Gelnhausen Bahnhof | 4h50 | 7:50 PM Berlin | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:20 PM Gelnhausen Bahnhof | 4h31 | 9:51 PM Berlin | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Gelnhausen Bahnhof | 4h47 | 11:47 PM Berlin | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Gelnhausen to Berlin run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 242 miles (391 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 242 miles (391 km) |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 12:22 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
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Berlin’s largest inner-city park, ideal for walks, cycling, lakeside breaks, and major landmarks like the Victory Column.
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Moderate for Europe: hostels and budget eats are reasonable, but hotels in central areas can be pricey. Transit is good value for visitors.
Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip is appreciated but not mandatory.
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Berlin Hbf -> Alexanderplatz, Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gelnhausen 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.

Most Gelnhausen to Berlin trains use the Gelnhausen to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Ostbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Gelnhausen and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gelnhausen 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: Waffel Rossa, Café Merlin, KostBar, Goldene Ente
Wi-Fi is available at Gelnhausen. ATMs are available at Gelnhausen.
Ticket office support is available at Gelnhausen. Information desks are available at Gelnhausen.
Luggage storage is available at Gelnhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gelnhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gelnhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelnhausen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alte Burgschänke, Grimmelshausen Hotel, Schelm von Bergen.
Hailer-Meerholz is 2 km from Gelnhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Hailer-Meerholz 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: Suzannas, Artemis Palace, Gasthaus Spieker, El Camino
Wi-Fi is available at Hailer-Meerholz. ATMs are available at Hailer-Meerholz.
Ticket office support is available at Hailer-Meerholz. Information desks are available at Hailer-Meerholz.
Luggage storage is available at Hailer-Meerholz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hailer-Meerholz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hailer-Meerholz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hailer-Meerholz.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Palais.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Ostbahnhof is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Jäger & Lustig, BLOCK HOUSE, Pizza und Pasta, Lang Van II
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Ostbahnhof. ATMs are available at Berlin Ostbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Ostbahnhof. Information desks are available at Berlin Ostbahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Ostbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Ostbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Ostbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Ostbahnhof.
Nearby hotels include Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain, Armony Hotel, Nu hotel berlin, Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side.
Berlin Gesundbrunnen is 3 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Gesundbrunnen 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: La Femme, Insel Snack, Curry-Baude, BAK Breakfast House
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. ATMs are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Information desks are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Luisenbad, Citylight Hotel, Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte.
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