How to travel from Berlin to Lübeck

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Compare bus and train for Berlin to Lübeck

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $36.

Distance: 146 miles (235 km)

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$67

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Lübeck is a bus with an average price of $30 (€25).

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

A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Lübeck costing on average $67 (€55).

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Lübeck is by train with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Berlin and Lübeck including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Berlin to Lübeck among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Berlin to Lübeck

Travel to Lübeck easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Berlin to Lübeck.

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There are 2 options to travel between Berlin and Lübeck including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Lübeck is a bus with an average price of $30 (€25).

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

A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Lübeck costing on average $67 (€55).

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Lübeck is by train with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 35m.

The distance from Berlin to Lübeck is approximately 146 miles (235 km).
The average frequency per day from Berlin to Lübeck is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Berlin and Lübeck as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berlin to Lübeck:
  • Trains mostly depart from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Lübeck Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) and arrive in Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berlin to Lübeck, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Lübeck by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Lübeck by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Berlin to Lübeck with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Berlin to Lübeck often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Hamburg, Malmö, Szczecin, Kiel. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lübeck and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lübeck to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lübeck, you can explore the iconic Holstentor Museum to learn about the city's medieval history, visit the stunning St. Mary's Church with its astronomical clock, and wander through the charming streets of Lübeck's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the history of the Hanseatic League at the European Hansemuseum and indulge in the famous marzipan at the Niederegger Marzipan Museum. Don't miss the Lübeck Cathedral and the Buddenbrookhaus, a museum dedicated to Thomas Mann's novel "Buddenbrooks".
To fully enjoy Lübeck's medieval architecture, historical sites, and cultural experiences, 2 to 3 days are recommended.

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