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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Showing times and prices for 05 Dec

Cheapest price

£68

Average price

£114

Fastest journey

4 h 27 m

Average duration

4 h 42 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

426 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around £114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Berlin Ostbahnhof for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 426 km distance in an average of 4 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 27 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 8 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.

Deutsche Bahn
07:465h08
Berlin Ostbahnhof
12:54Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
£681One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
06:304h30
Berlin Ostbahnhof
11:00Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
£1321One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
09:414h27
Berlin Ostbahnhof
14:08Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
£1411One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £89.

Distance: 426 km

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£100

Average Price

£30

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Cheapest

£157

Average Price

4h 59m

Average total duration

4h 29m

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8h 15m

Average total duration

7h 45m

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Live departures

Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 09:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahnS 7 · ICE 1219
On time
10:06 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h38
14:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 940 · ICE 77
On time
10:32 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h28
15:00 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 9590 · S 3
On time
10:41 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h27
15:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 144 · ICE 1671
On time
10:53 Berlin Ostbahnhof
5h15
16:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 373
On time
11:17 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h27
15:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 548 · ICE 579
On time
11:32 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h29
16:01 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnS 9 · ICE 691
On time
12:08 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h36
16:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1039
On time
12:46 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h10
16:56 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 375
On time
13:19 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h25
17:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 546 · ICE 771
On time
13:32 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h28
18:00 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 1544 · ICE 1085
On time
13:54 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h48
18:42 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnS 7 · ICE 693
On time
14:06 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h38
18:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 140 · ICE 1675
On time
14:53 Berlin Ostbahnhof
5h15
20:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 377
Delayed
15:17 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h26
19:53 19:53Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 377 · ICE 633 · RE 4533
On time
15:17 Berlin Ostbahnhof
5h11
20:28 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		2 changes
deutsche_bahnICE 544 · ICE 773
On time
15:32 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h28
20:00 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 844 · ICE 273
On time
16:32 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h28
21:00 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 877
Delayed
17:17 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h27
21:45 21:45Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 542 · ICE 775
On time
17:32 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h28
22:00 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnS 7 · ICE 687
On time
18:06 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h42
22:48 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnRE 73789 · ICE 699
On time
19:30 Berlin Ostbahnhof
5h41
01:11 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 271
On time
22:15 Berlin Ostbahnhof
6h22
04:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 changesdirect
Friday 5 December
deutsche_bahn06:30 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h30
11:00 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahn07:46 Berlin Ostbahnhof
5h08
12:54 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahn09:41 Berlin Ostbahnhof
4h27
14:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

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Trains from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 11:32. The fastest train covers the 426 km distance in 4h 18m.

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 £19
Distance
426 km
Average train duration
4h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Trains per day
12
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
4h 18m
First train
06:16
Last train
11:32
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 £19

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Berlin Ostbahnhof and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from £19. 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
4h 18m
Cheapest Price
£18
Deutsche Bahn frequency
11 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.
Quiet zone
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FAQs: Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train journey from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the Brandenburg countryside, passing through charming towns and landscapes, before approaching the bustling city environment of Frankfurt. While not considered one of the most scenic routes in Germany, it provides a pleasant and varied visual experience.
Booking trains from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A day trip from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 18m and there are 12 trains per day for the 426 km journey.
The train journey from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf covers a distance of 426 km and takes approximately 4h 18m. Trains run 12 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £19.
The train distance from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 426 km.
The first train from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf leaves at 6:16.
The last train from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf departs at 11:32.
Trains from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run approximately 12 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
To get from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Yes, there is a direct train between Berlin Ostbahnhof and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
There is no night train service from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
The cost of a train ticket from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £100.

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Important Stations and Airports in Berlin Ostbahnhof and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Berlin
Frankfurt am Main
The major train station for departures in Berlin is Berlin Ostbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Berlin Ostbahnhof for your trip from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main.
Berlin OstbahnhofWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Berlin Ostbahnhof, Koppenstr. 3, 10243 Berlin
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Dining
Dining
  • Jäger & Lustig
  • BLOCK HOUSE
  • Pizza und Pasta
  • Lang Van II
Hotel
Hotel
  • Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
  • Armony Hotel
  • Nu hotel berlin
  • Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side

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