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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin

Showing times and prices for 25 May

Cheapest price

£46

Average price

£66

Fastest journey

6 h 50 m

Average duration

7 h 23 m

Buses per day

20

Distance

424 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £46.

Fast coaches

Of the 20 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Berlin every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 424 km distance in an average of 7 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    20:407h25
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    4:05Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    £461One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    20:407h50
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    4:30Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    £461One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    21:156h50
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    4:05Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    £541One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:258h15
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    13:40Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    £541One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    21:157h15
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    4:30Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    £541One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Berlin

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 11m. 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 £17, and a flight costs an average of £109.

Distance: 424 km

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Flight

£45

Average Price

£34

Average Price

Cheapest

£213

Average Price

6h 22m

Average total duration

5h 52m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 51m

Average total duration

3h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 11m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.4 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.3 - 2.5kg

CO2 emissions

FlixBus

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Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

Lufthansa

Most popular airline

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Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Berlin bus times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Berlin coaches for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus23:59 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
11h01
11:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus23:59 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
13h36
13:35 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz1 change
Monday 25 May
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain0:20 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
9h40
10:00 Berlin Hbf1 change
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain0:20 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
9h33
9:53 Berlin Südkreuz station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus0:20 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
8h05
8:25 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus0:20 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
8h20
8:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus0:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
7h35
8:25 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus0:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
7h50
8:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus3:40 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
10h00
13:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus5:25 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
8h15
13:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:05 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
9h20
18:25 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:05 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
9h35
18:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain12:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
8h50
21:20 Berlin Hbf1 change
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain12:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
8h40
21:10 Berlin Spandau1 change
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain12:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
9h04
21:34 Berlin Südkreuz station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus12:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
10h20
22:50 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus12:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
10h00
22:30 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus12:40 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
8h10
20:50 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:40 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
7h25
4:05 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:40 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
7h50
4:30 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
6h50
4:05 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
7h15
4:30 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Frankfurt am Main to Berlin coaches with Omio?

FlixBus as well as Ecolines offer coaches services from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Ecolines to find the best option for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Ecolines to find the best option for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin

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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £17 by train.

There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 424 km distance in 6h 50m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £17
Distance
424 km
Average bus duration
5h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
20
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
6h 50m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £17

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines from Frankfurt am Main to BerlinYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Berlin with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 50m
Cheapest Price
£23
FlixBus frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Ecolines

About
Ecolines is a Latvian long-distance bus company, founded in 1993, and is one of the largest and most experienced coach operators in Europe and the Baltic States. It offers comfortable travel to approximately 20 countries and 205 cities daily, with a fleet of over 200 buses, primarily Neoplan, MAN, and Setra coaches. Ecolines operates an extensive route network across the Baltic States, Western, and Eastern Europe, with major hubs including Riga, Berlin, Hamburg, and Warsaw. Many buses offer amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, and Wi-Fi, and on longer trips, personal entertainment devices and stewards are available.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 0m
Cheapest Price
£23
Ecolines frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Designated seating; Assistance with luggage.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior arrangement required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; additional fee may apply.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Berlin coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is £45; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is 6h 50m to travel the 424 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 13 direct coaches a day from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ecolines for the best way to get you to Berlin. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Frankfurt am Main , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof), Darmstadt, Lise-Meitner-Str. / Europaplatz, Darmstadt, Busbahnhof Zweifalltorweg, Wiesbaden, Busbahnhof . When arriving in Berlin , you can end your route in coach stations like Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz, Berlin, Alexanderplatz, Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee), Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße), Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel), Schönefeld, Berlin Flughafen (Terminal 1), Berlin, Ostbahnhof, Potsdam, ZOB am Hauptbahnhof, Berlin, Hardenbergplatz (Zoologischer Garten), Leipzig, Hbf.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), which is located around 10 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), located 9 away from the city centre.
A trip to Berlin from Frankfurt am Main is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin:
  • Ecolines
    • Assistance
    • Designated seating
    • Assistance with luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin for coach company FlixBus, Ecolines.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin depends on the coach companies:
  • Ecolines
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Ecolines.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin:
  • Ecolines
    • One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin:
  • Ecolines
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin. The following conditions apply:
  • Ecolines
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • additional fee may apply.
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin with the following coach company: FlixBus, Ecolines
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin with the following coach company: FlixBus, Ecolines.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin with the following coach company: FlixBus, Ecolines.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Berlin

Frankfurt am Main
Berlin
The major coach station for departures in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin.
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
10 km
carConnection
Car connection
Hugo-Eckener-Ring
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • McDonald's (in the station)
  • Hausmann's (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
  • Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
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