- Must visit
Neues Museum
A major museum of ancient civilisations, known for monumental architecture and celebrated collections from Egypt and the Near East.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin
Showing times and prices for 23 Aug
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
19 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Fast trains
Of the 9 trains that leave Berlin Brandenburg Airport for Berlin every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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.
218368:010h21Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–28:22Berlin Hbf£331One-way0 changes- S9 · 218387:590h40Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen8:39Berlin Hbf£331One-way1 change
- S85 · 218428:290h39Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen9:08Berlin Hbf£331One-way1 change
- 218449:010h22Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–29:23Berlin Hbf£331One-way0 changes
- 185078:310h22Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–28:53Berlin Hbf£331One-way0 changes
- 218368:010h21Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–28:22Berlin Hbf£331One-way0 changes
- 218449:010h22Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–29:23Berlin Hbf£331One-way0 changes
- 185078:310h22Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–28:53Berlin Hbf£331One-way0 changes
- 218428:460h22Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–29:08Berlin Hbf£331One-way0 changes
- 218388:160h23Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–28:39Berlin Hbf£331One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 19 km
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55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S9 · 21838 | 7:59 Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 0h40 | 8:39 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| 21836 | 8:01 Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 0h21 | 8:22 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S85 · 18507 | 8:09 Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 0h44 | 8:53 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| 21838 | 8:16 Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 0h23 | 8:39 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S85 · 21842 | 8:29 Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 0h39 | 9:08 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| 18507 | 8:31 Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 0h22 | 8:53 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S9 · 21844 | 8:39 Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 0h44 | 9:23 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| 21842 | 8:46 Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 0h22 | 9:08 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21844 | 9:01 Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 0h22 | 9:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin
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Trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin run on average 2 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:49, the last at 17:12. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 20m.
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
Coach from £4
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 6:49 |
Last train 17:12 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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
Coach from £4
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), S-Bahn Berlin from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), S-Bahn Berlin trains will get you between Berlin Brandenburg Airport and Berlin from £4. 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 Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
£7
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 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.
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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
£20
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
1 a day
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
21m
Cheapest Price
£9
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
29 a day
S-Bahn Berlin
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
£3
S-Bahn Berlin frequency
20 a day
Complete guide to Berlin
Things to do in Berlin
Discover the best of Berlin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Berlin trip today.
- Must visit
Neue Nationalgalerie
A leading collection of 20th-century art, showing key works of modernism in Mies van der Rohe’s striking glass building.
- Recommended
Gemäldegalerie
A world-class art museum with European paintings, sculptures and decorative arts from the 13th to 18th centuries.
- Must visit
Unter den Linden
A historic boulevard linking major sights, lined with institutions, statues and elegant buildings that reflect central Berlin’s past.
- Must visit
Tiergarten
A large central park with lakes, paths and lawns, perfect for walking, cycling and breaks between nearby landmarks and museums.
- Must visit
Tempelhofer Feld
A spacious former airport turned public park, popular for cycling, sunset walks and an unusually open view of Berlin’s skyline.
Currywurst
Curried pork sausage sliced and served with ketchup and curry powder. A post-war Berlin classic, especially popular from street food stands.
Eisbein
Slow-cooked pork knuckle with crisp skin, usually served with peas, sauerkraut or purée. A hearty Berlin pub staple.
Boulette
Berlin-style meatball of minced pork or mixed meat, commonly eaten hot or cold. A traditional everyday snack and tavern dish.
Diener Tattersall
Elegant restaurant in Charlottenburg focused on refined Austrian and German cooking in a classic dining room.
KaDeWe Feinschmeckeretage
Historic department store food hall with Berlin specialities, pastries and delicatessen counters in a lively grand setting.
Curry 36
Long-running Berlin institution known for currywurst and classic fast food near Zoologischer Garten. Casual and iconic.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Western Europe: hostels and hotels vary widely, dining is fair-value, and public transport is good value for a capital city.
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 a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually not included. In restaurants, round up or tip about 5-10%. In cafés, round up small bills. For taxis, round up the fare or add about 5-10%.
BVG Fahrinfo
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €3.80
- Day pass
- €10.60
To the city centre
Berlin Hbf -> Alexanderplatz, Berlin
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Buy AB tickets in the BVG Fahrinfo app or from station machines before travel. Berlin Hbf to Alexanderplatz is within fare zone AB.
- Card and contactless payment are available at BVG ticket machines and in the app. Validate paper tickets before boarding if they are not pre-printed with validity.
FAQs: Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The train journey from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin covers a distance of 19 km and takes approximately 20m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin is 19 km.
The first train from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin leaves at 6:49.
The last train from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin departs at 17:12.
Trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin run approximately 2 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Berlin Brandenburg Airport and Berlin. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), S-Bahn Berlin.
To get from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin.
The cheapest way to get from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin offers a mix of urban and suburban views, featuring modern architecture, industrial areas, and glimpses of the surrounding green spaces, but it is not particularly renowned for its scenic beauty.
Yes, a day trip from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin is feasible, with a train frequency of 1 per day. The journey takes 20m and covers a distance of 19 km.
In Berlin, you can explore the vibrant street art scene in Kreuzberg and enjoy a leisurely boat tour on the River Spree. Visit the bustling markets at Mauerpark and experience the nightlife in the trendy district of Friedrichshain. Don't miss attending a classical concert at the Berlin Philharmonic. For sightseeing, the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial, Museum Island, Reichstag Building, and Charlottenburg Palace offer rich historical and cultural experiences.
To fully experience Berlin, a visit of 3 to 4 days is recommended, allowing time to explore key attractions such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Wall, and Museum Island.
Yes, you can take the train from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin.
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