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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf
Showing times and prices for 25 May
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£124
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
432 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf 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 Airport to Berlin Hbf will cost around £124 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Fast trains
Of the 42 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Berlin Hbf 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 432 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.
ICE 6983:094h57Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:06Berlin Hbf£601One-way0 changes
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FlixTrain5:558h05Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)14:00Berlin Hbf£641One-way1 change- FlixBus+FlixTrain3:2010h00Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)13:20Berlin Hbf£651One-way1 change
- ICE 521 · ICE 6965:384h52Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:30Berlin Hbf£911One-way1 change
- ICE 827 · ICE 8044:385h27Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:05Berlin Hbf£911One-way1 change
- ICE 527 · ICE 9328:414h13Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:54Berlin Hbf£1271One-way1 change
- ICE 727 · ICE 83218:414h13Frankfurt Airport long-distance station22:54Berlin Hbf£1271One-way1 change
- ICE 625 · ICE 83812:414h13Frankfurt Airport long-distance station16:54Berlin Hbf£1361One-way1 change
- ICE 723 · ICE 83416:414h13Frankfurt Airport long-distance station20:54Berlin Hbf£1361One-way1 change
- ICE 721 · ICE 113015:414h20Frankfurt Airport long-distance station20:01Berlin Hbf£1361One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £93.
Distance: 432 km
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| ICE 100 · ICE 1541 | On time 22:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 7h24 | 5:35 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
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| ICE 698 | 3:09 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h57 | 8:06 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 3:20 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 10h00 | 13:20 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 778 · ICE 741 | 4:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h36 | 9:51 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 827 · ICE 804 | On time 4:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h27 | 10:05 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 78 · ICE 843 | On time 5:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h01 | 10:16 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 521 · ICE 696 | On time 5:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h52 | 10:30 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 521 · ICE 696 · ICE 1604 | On time 5:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h44 | 10:22 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 5:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 8h05 | 14:00 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 525 · ICE 1138 | On time 7:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h20 | 12:01 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1138 | On time 7:41 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h20 | 12:01 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
 24313+ICE 994 | On time 7:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h52 | 12:38 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 527 · ICE 932 | On time 8:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h13 | 12:54 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1074 · ICE 847 | On time 9:38 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h38 | 14:16 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 529 · ICE 692 | On time 9:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h49 | 14:30 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 529 · ICE 1074 · ICE 847 | On time 9:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h35 | 14:16 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S9 · ICE 692 · ICE 1600 | 9:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h37 | 14:22 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1515 · ICE 1134 | On time 11:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h26 | 16:01 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1134 | On time 11:39 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h22 | 16:01 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 623 · ICE 1134 | On time 11:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h20 | 16:01 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 798+24327 | Delayed 10:20 11:46Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h52 | 16:38 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 13 · ICE 838 | On time 12:23 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h31 | 16:54 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 625 · ICE 838 | On time 12:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h13 | 16:54 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1517 · ICE 1072 | On time 13:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h26 | 18:01 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 627 · ICE 1072 | On time 13:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h20 | 18:01 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 796 | On time 14:09 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h34 | 18:43 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 14:15 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 7h45 | 22:00 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 629 · ICE 9591 | On time 14:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h23 | 19:04 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| 24339+ICE 370 | On time 14:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h43 | 19:29 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1519 · ICE 1130 | On time 15:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h26 | 20:01 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 721 · ICE 1130 | On time 15:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h20 | 20:01 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 794+24349 | Delayed 14:20 15:46Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h53 | 20:39 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 723 · ICE 834 | On time 16:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h13 | 20:54 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 278+24365 | Delayed 15:30 16:46Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h45 | 21:31 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1611 · ICE 1070 · ICE 945 | On time 17:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h44 | 22:19 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 725 · ICE 594 | On time 17:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h49 | 22:30 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 725 · ICE 1070 · ICE 945 | On time 17:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h38 | 22:19 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 792 | On time 18:09 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h30 | 22:39 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 727 · ICE 832 | On time 18:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h13 | 22:54 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 729 · ICE 592 | On time 19:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h49 | 0:30 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf
GermanyGermany
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf run on average 27 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:09, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 432 km distance in 4h 29m.
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
Distance 432 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 1:09 |
Last train 22:32 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Berlin Hbf from £16. 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 29m
Cheapest Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
26 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
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 45m
Cheapest Price
£27
FlixTrain frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FlixTrain GmbH
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 2m
Cheapest Price
£41
FlixTrain GmbH frequency
4 a day
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 52m
Cheapest Price
£68
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
14 a day
FAQs: Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin 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 Berlin Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £46.
The train journey from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf covers a distance of 432 km and takes approximately 4h 29m. Trains run 27 per day.
The train distance from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf is 432 km.
The first train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf leaves at 1:09.
The last train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf departs at 22:32.
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf run approximately 27 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Berlin Hbf. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf is by train, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf offers varied scenery, transitioning from the urban landscapes of Frankfurt, through the rolling hills and forests of central Germany, to the urban setting of Berlin. While not considered one of Europe's most scenic routes, it provides glimpses of the German countryside and small towns along the way.
A day trip from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf is not feasible, as the journey takes 4h 29m. However, there are 21 trains per day covering this 432 km route.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Berlin Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main Airport and Berlin Hbf
Frankfurt am Main
Berlin
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Dining
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
Accessibility
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
Information Desk
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
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