How to travel from Berlin to Merseburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Merseburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Merseburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $67.

Distance: 100 miles (162 km)

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$67

Average price

$15

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$35

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1h 51m

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1h 21m

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30m

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2h 33m

Average total duration

2h 3m

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2h 25m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Merseburg is a bus with an average price of $15.

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

A bus is $52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Merseburg costing on average $67.

A bus is $261 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Merseburg costing on average $276.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Merseburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 21m.

Other travel options to Merseburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 3m.

Flight takes on average 3h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin and Merseburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Berlin to Merseburg among Omio's users.

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from Berlin to Merseburg

How to get from Berlin to Merseburg by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Berlin to Merseburg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:20 PM1h55
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    12:15 AMHalle, Riebeckplatz (Maritim Hotel)
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:20 PM1h55
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    12:15 AMHalle, Riebeckplatz (Maritim Hotel)
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1005 · 74510
    8:36 AM1h36
    Berlin Hbf
    10:12 AMMerseburg Hbf
    $731One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1505 · 74512
    9:36 AM1h36
    Berlin Hbf
    11:12 AMMerseburg Hbf
    $731One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 837 · S11
    9:05 AM1h56
    Berlin Hbf
    11:01 AMMerseburg Hbf
    $731One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:20 AM2h05
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    8:25 AMHalle, Riebeckplatz (Maritim Hotel)
    $171One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 AM2h40
    Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    8:25 AMHalle, Riebeckplatz (Maritim Hotel)
    $171One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:10 PM2h50
    Berlin, Alexanderplatz
    10:00 PMHalle, Riebeckplatz (Maritim Hotel)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH187 · LH156
    2:45 PM3h15
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    6:00 PMLeipzig/Halle Airport
    $2251One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH185 · LH156
    1:45 PM4h15
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    6:00 PMLeipzig/Halle Airport
    $2251One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH199 · LH158
    7:45 PM3h25
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    11:10 PMLeipzig/Halle Airport
    $2681One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Berlin to Merseburg

Travel to Merseburg 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 Merseburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Berlin and Merseburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Merseburg is a bus with an average price of $15.

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

A bus is $52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Merseburg costing on average $67.

A bus is $261 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Merseburg costing on average $276.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Merseburg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 21m.

Other travel options to Merseburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 3m.

Flight takes on average 3h 5m.

The distance from Berlin to Merseburg is approximately 100 miles (162 km).
The average frequency per day from Berlin to Merseburg is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berlin to Merseburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Merseburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Berlin, Alexanderplatz and arrive in Halle, Riebeckplatz (Maritim Hotel).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berlin to Merseburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Merseburg by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Merseburg by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Berlin to Merseburg:
  • 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Berlin to Merseburg often also extend their vacation to go to Leipzig, Halle, Peißen bei Halle, Saale, Hamburg, Erfurt. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Merseburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Merseburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two days are usually sufficient to explore Merseburg, including visits to Merseburg Cathedral, Merseburg Palace, and the local museums.

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