Schaerbeek to Berlin train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Schaerbeek to Berlin

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€31

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€100

Fastest journey on Sep 19

6 h 21 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

6 h 27 m

Trains on Sep 19

15

Distance

649 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schaerbeek to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Schaerbeek to Berlin will cost around €100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Schaerbeek to Berlin without transferring at least once.

  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain · FlixTrain
    10:55 AM10h32
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    9:27 PMBerlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)
    311One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    9:15 AM8h22
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    5:37 PMBerlin Südkreuz station
    431One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    9:15 AM8h05
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    5:20 PMBerlin Hbf
    431One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    9:15 AM7h55
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    5:10 PMBerlin Spandau
    441One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    11:20 AM10h14
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    9:34 PMBerlin Südkreuz station
    451One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Schaerbeek to Berlin

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schaerbeek to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €63 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €63, while a flight costs an average of €392.

Distance: 403 miles (649 km)

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Driving

€142

Average price

€63

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Cheapest

€392

Average price

€122

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 25m

Average total duration

6h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

12h 41m

Average total duration

12h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 3m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

8h 39m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

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Brussels Airlines

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Schaerbeek to Berlin is a bus with an average price of €63.

This is compared to other travel options from Schaerbeek to Berlin:

A bus is €79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schaerbeek to Berlin costing on average €142.

A bus is €329 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Schaerbeek to Berlin costing on average €392.

The fastest way to travel from Schaerbeek to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 3m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 55m.

Bus takes on average 12h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Schaerbeek and Berlin including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Schaerbeek to Berlin among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 44m sooner (6h 55m by train vs 8h 39m by car). Tickets start at around €142 compared to roughly €122 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Schaerbeek to Berlin train times

The table below shows live departures for Schaerbeek to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnR 3679 · ICE 13 · ICE 557
On time
8:18 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek
6h37
2:55 PM Berlin Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 13 · ICE 557
On time
8:34 AM Brussels-North
6h21
2:55 PM Berlin Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 13 · ICE 559
On time
8:34 AM Brussels-North
8h21
4:55 PM Berlin Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 13 · ICE 859
On time
8:34 AM Brussels-North
7h38
4:12 PM Berlin Hbf
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain9:15 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
7h55
5:10 PM Berlin Spandau1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain9:15 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
8h22
5:37 PM Berlin Südkreuz station1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain9:15 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
8h05
5:20 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnR 3681 · ICE 15 · ICE 559
On time
10:18 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek
6h37
4:55 PM Berlin Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 15 · ICE 559
On time
10:34 AM Brussels-North
6h21
4:55 PM Berlin Hbf
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain · FlixTrain10:55 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
10h32
9:27 PM Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße)2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3432 · IC 2809 · ICE 311 · ICE 951
On time
11:12 AM Station Brussel-Schaarbeek
7h00
6:12 PM Berlin Hbf
3 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain11:20 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
10h14
9:34 PM Berlin Südkreuz station1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain11:20 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
10h00
9:20 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2809 · ICE 311 · ICE 951
On time
11:25 AM Brussels-North
6h47
6:12 PM Berlin Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 315 · ICE 651
On time
12:34 PM Brussels-North
6h21
6:55 PM Berlin Hbf
1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Schaerbeek to Berlin?

The best time to book your train from Schaerbeek to Berlin is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Schaerbeek to Berlin route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Schaerbeek to Berlin per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Schaerbeek to Berlin.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Schaerbeek to Berlin

BelgiumBelgium
GermanyGermany
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Trains from Schaerbeek to Berlin run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 403 miles (649 km) distance in 5h 38m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
403 miles (649 km)
Average train duration
6h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
€20
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
5h 38m
First train
12:03 AM
Last train
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
91 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Schaerbeek to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Schaerbeek and Berlin from €27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
5h 38m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€20
Deutsche Bahn frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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Euro (€)

Moderate for Europe: hostels and budget eats are reasonable, but hotels in central areas can be pricey. Transit is good value for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip is appreciated but not mandatory.

FAQs: Trains from Schaerbeek to Berlin

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schaerbeek 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Schaerbeek to Berlin can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €20, while the average price is around €142.
The train from Schaerbeek to Berlin takes 5h 38m and runs 11 per day.
The distance by train from Schaerbeek to Berlin is 403 miles (649 km).
The first train from Schaerbeek to Berlin leaves at 12:03 AM.
The last train from Schaerbeek to Berlin leaves at 11:55 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Schaerbeek to Berlin.
Yes, there is a night train from Schaerbeek to Berlin.
The train station in Schaerbeek that goes to Berlin is Brussels-North, which connects to Berlin Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Schaerbeek to Berlin is by bus, with a cost of around €27.
The train journey from Schaerbeek to Berlin offers varied scenery, including views of the Belgian countryside, glimpses of historic towns, and stretches through the German landscape, although it primarily focuses on a comfortable and efficient travel experience rather than standout scenic views.
A day trip from Schaerbeek to Berlin is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 38m and the distance is 403 miles (649 km). Trains run 8 times per day.
In Berlin, explore the vibrant street art scene in Kreuzberg, enjoy a leisurely boat tour on the River Spree, and visit the bustling markets at Mauerpark. Experience the nightlife in the trendy district of Friedrichshain and attend a classical concert at the Berlin Philharmonic. Discover iconic sights like the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial, Museum Island, Reichstag Building, and Charlottenburg Palace.
To fully experience Berlin's major attractions, museums, and vibrant culture, spending about 3 to 4 days is ideal. This allows time to explore landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, and the Berlin Wall, while also enjoying the city's unique neighborhoods and cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Schaerbeek to Berlin.
Since both Schaerbeek and Berlin are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Berlin include Leipzig, Erfurt, Wolfsburg, Magdeburg, Brunswick.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Schaerbeek to Berlin among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
In Berlin, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like public transport, Alexanderplatz, and popular tourist sites. Fake charity collectors and street vendors selling counterfeit goods are common scams. It's also advisable to avoid unlicensed taxi services and be wary of distraction techniques used by scammers to steal belongings. Staying alert in nightlife districts can help prevent theft and other safety issues.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Schaerbeek to Berlin

Most Schaerbeek to Berlin trains use the Brussels-Nord to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Südkreuz. Use this guide to compare Schaerbeek and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Schaerbeek
Arrival train stations in Berlin

Which Schaerbeek station do trains to Berlin leave from?

Trains from Schaerbeek to Berlin leave from Brussels-Nord. The station is 1 miles (2 km) from Schaerbeek city centre at Rue du Progrès 76, Vooruitgangstraat 76, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium.
Station Brussel-SchaarbeekPl. Princesse Elisabeth 5, 1030 Schaerbeek, BelgiumAccessibility
City-centre transport

Getting to Station Brussel-Schaarbeek from Schaerbeek city centre

Station Brussel-Schaarbeek is 1 km from Schaerbeek city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus58, 59, 69 · 4m · €3 · every ~26 min
Tram92 · 4m · €3 · every ~15 min

Station Brussel-Schaarbeek train station facilities and services

Station Brussel-Schaarbeek has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Station Brussel-Schaarbeek.

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