The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
426 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for Berlin Ostbahnhof every day 2 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 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 42 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. 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 £18, and a flight costs an average of £80.
Distance: 426 km
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5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 78 · ICE 1041 · S5 | On time 04:46 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 09:21 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 1186 · ICE 843 | On time 05:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h27 | 09:29 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 696 · S5 | On time 05:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h36 | 09:51 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 696 · ICE 1604 · 73763 | On time 05:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h31 | 09:46 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 934 · S3 | 06:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h14 | 10:16 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 378 | On time 06:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 10:50 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1138 · S5 | 07:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 11:21 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 694 · ICE 994 | On time 07:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 11:50 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 694 · ICE 1602 · S5 | On time 07:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 11:41 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 932 · S3 | 08:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h14 | 12:16 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 376 | On time 08:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 12:50 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
ECE 8 · ICE 1043 · S5 | On time 08:46 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 13:21 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 1074 · ICE 847 | On time 09:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 13:28 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 1134 · S5 | 11:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 15:21 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 690 · ICE 1508 · S5 | On time 11:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 15:41 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 690 · ICE 798 | On time 11:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h34 | 15:49 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 838 · S3 | 12:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h14 | 16:16 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 6 · ICE 1045 · S5 | On time 12:46 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h35 | 17:21 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 1072 · ICE 941 | On time 13:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h27 | 17:29 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 598 · ICE 1506 · S5 | 13:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 17:41 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 598 · ICE 796 | On time 13:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h34 | 17:49 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 1130 · S5 | On time 15:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h19 | 19:21 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 596 · ICE 1504 · S5 | 15:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 19:41 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 596 · ICE 794 | On time 15:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h34 | 19:49 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 834 · S3 | On time 16:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h14 | 20:16 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 278 | On time 16:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h36 | 20:51 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1070 · ICE 945 | On time 17:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h29 | 21:31 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 594 · S5 | On time 17:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h36 | 21:51 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 594 · ICE 1502 · 73787 | On time 17:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h31 | 21:46 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 2 changes | |
ICE 70 · ICE 947 | On time 18:46 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h50 | 23:36 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 592 · 3140 | 19:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h47 | 00:02 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 1659 · S2 · S8 · 3342 | On time 20:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h27 | 05:46 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 4 changes | |
ICE 1659 · S2 · S8 · 3342 | On time 20:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h17 | 05:36 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 5 changes | |
ICE 1272 | On time 22:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h27 | 06:02 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
S5 · ICE 1272 | On time 22:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h05 | 06:02 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof
Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 426 km distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 426 km |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 00:33 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Berlin Ostbahnhof from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Berlin Ostbahnhof 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 Ostbahnhof, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Berlin Ostbahnhof
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 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
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
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