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Erlebniswelt MEISSEN
Museum at the porcelain manufactory showing production, historic pieces and live demonstrations of Meißen’s famous craft tradition.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
2 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
2 h 6 m
Trains on 23 Sept
16
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Meißen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Meißen will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Berlin to Meißen you need to make at least one change.
RJX 251 · S1
IC 2173 · S1
RJ 171 · S1
IC 2177 · S1
IC 2175 · S1
RJ 171 · S1
RJ 173 · S1
RJ 175 · S1
RJ 383 · S1
RJ 177 · S1Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Meißen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £47, while a flight costs an average of £439.
Distance: 152 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£47 Average Price Cheapest | £439 Average Price | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Meißen:
A train is £392 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Meißen costing on average £439.
Other travel options to Meißen take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 39m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (2h 17m by train vs 2h 31m by car). Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Meißen trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2173 · S1 | On time 8:28 Ostkreuz | 2h36 | 11:04 Meissen station | 1 change | |
RJ 173 · S1 | Delayed 7:35 9:28Berlin Hbf | 2h06 | 11:34 Meissen station | 1 change | |
IC 2175 · S1 | On time 10:28 Ostkreuz | 2h36 | 13:04 Meissen station | 1 change | |
RJ 175 · S1 | On time 11:28 Berlin Hbf | 2h06 | 13:34 Meissen station | 1 change | |
IC 2177 · S1 | On time 12:28 Ostkreuz | 2h36 | 15:04 Meissen station | 1 change | |
S9 · 92640 · 18401 · S1 | 0:16 Berlin Hbf | 5h48 | 6:04 Meissen station | 3 changes | |
S3 · S8 · 92640 · 18401 | 0:26 Berlin Hbf | 5h38 | 6:04 Meissen station | 4 changes | |
62040 · 18009 · S1 | 4:45 Berlin Hbf | 2h49 | 7:34 Meissen station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Berlin to Meißen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 152 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 4:47 |
Last train 23:28 |
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Discover the best of Meißen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Meißen trip today.
Museum at the porcelain manufactory showing production, historic pieces and live demonstrations of Meißen’s famous craft tradition.
Small city museum presenting Meißen’s urban history, local culture and changing exhibitions inside a historic former monastery setting.
Exhibition spaces in Albrechtsburg interpreting the castle’s history, architecture and former princely use through period rooms and displays.
Main old-town square lined with historic façades, churches and shops; a natural starting point for walking through central Meißen.
Picturesque old-town lane climbing towards the castle hill, known for timbered houses, steps and a distinctly medieval atmosphere.
Lookout on the castle hill area offering one of Meißen’s classic panoramas across red roofs, church towers and the river valley.
Saxon potato soup often enriched with root vegetables and sausage. A hearty regional staple found across Meißen and nearby villages.
Roast beef marinated in vinegar and spices, then braised and served with rich gravy. A classic celebratory dish across Saxony.
A local white wine from the steep Elbe vineyards around Meißen. It is one of the town’s signature drinks and central to regional wine culture.
Elegant dining within Hotel Burgkeller near Albrechtsburg, serving regional and seasonal dishes with views over the Elbe valley.
Traditional Saxon restaurant in Meißen’s old town, known for local specialities and regional wines in a historic, cosy setting.
Historic wine tavern focused on Saxon cuisine and local wines. A relaxed stop for tasting Meißen’s wine heritage.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Dresden or Munich, while local transport and coffee stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Meißen 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 Meißen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Meißen trains use the Berlin Hbf to Meißen station pair, with some services arriving at Meißen Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Meißen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Ostkreuz is 4 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Ostkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: India Spice, Jelänger Jelieber, JAS, Schneeweiß
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Ostkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Ostkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Ostkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Ostkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, A&O Berlin Friedrichshain.
Berlin Gesundbrunnen is 3 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Gesundbrunnen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: La Femme, Insel Snack, Curry-Baude, BAK Breakfast House
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. ATMs are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Information desks are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Gesundbrunnen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Luisenbad, Citylight Hotel, Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte.
Meißen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Probierstübchen zum Loch, Amalfi, Meißner Hof, Goldenes Fass Meissen
Wi-Fi is available at Meißen. ATMs are available at Meißen.
Ticket office support is available at Meißen. Information desks are available at Meißen.
Luggage storage is available at Meißen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meißen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Meißen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Meißen.
Nearby hotels include Goldenes Fass Meissen, Ross, Goldener Löwe, Burgkeller.
Meißen Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Probierstübchen zum Loch, Amalfi, Meißner Hof, Goldenes Fass Meissen
Wi-Fi is available at Meißen Altstadt. ATMs are available at Meißen Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Meißen Altstadt. Information desks are available at Meißen Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Meißen Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meißen Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Meißen Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Meißen Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Siebeneichen, Goldenes Fass Meissen, Ross, Elbdamm.
Meißen Triebischtal is 1 km from Meißen city centre. Public transport options include:
Meißen Triebischtal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cafe Meissen, Restaurant Meissen, Zur Linde, Sultan Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Meißen Triebischtal. ATMs are available at Meißen Triebischtal.
Ticket office support is available at Meißen Triebischtal. Information desks are available at Meißen Triebischtal.
Luggage storage is available at Meißen Triebischtal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meißen Triebischtal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Meißen Triebischtal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Meißen Triebischtal.
Nearby hotels include Siebeneichen, Schweizerhaus.
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