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Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin

Showing times and prices for 27 Jan

Cheapest

£20

Average

£21

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

Cheapest

FlixTrain

06:264h53

Frankfurt South station

11:19Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station

£201One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

FlixTrain

06:264h38

Frankfurt South station

11:04Berlin Spandau

£201One-way

0 changes

FlixTrain

09:124h03

Frankfurt South station

13:15Berlin Hbf

£211One-way

0 changes

FlixTrain

17:124h03

Frankfurt South station

21:15Berlin Hbf

£211One-way

0 changes

FlixTrain

09:123h53

Frankfurt South station

13:05Berlin Südkreuz station

£211One-way

0 changes

Frankfurt am Main to Berlin train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday 27 January

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrainFlixTrain	06:01 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	5h03	11:04 Berlin Spandau	0 changesDirect
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrainFlixTrain	06:01 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	7h04	13:05 Berlin Südkreuz station	1 change
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrainFlixTrain	06:01 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	5h18	11:19 Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station	0 changesDirect
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrainFlixTrain	06:01 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	7h14	13:15 Berlin Hbf	1 change
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrainFlixTrain	06:26 Frankfurt South station	4h53	11:19 Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station	0 changesDirect
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrainFlixTrain	06:26 Frankfurt South station	4h38	11:04 Berlin Spandau	0 changesDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 1136 Deutsche BahnICE 1136	08:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h00	12:02 Berlin Hbf	0 changesDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 994 Deutsche BahnICE 994	08:09 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h25	12:34 Berlin Hbf	0 changesDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 694 Deutsche BahnICE 694	08:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h20	12:34 Berlin Hbf	0 changesDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 694 Deutsche BahnICE 694	08:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h08	12:22 Berlin Hbf	1 change
Deutsche Bahn ICE 994 Deutsche BahnICE 994	08:20 Frankfurt South station	4h14	12:34 Berlin Hbf	0 changesDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 772 Deutsche BahnICE 772	08:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h16	12:57 Berlin Hbf	1 change
Deutsche Bahn RB 29247 Deutsche BahnRB 29247	08:51 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	4h39	13:30 Berlin Hbf	1 change
Deutsche Bahn ICE 1557 Deutsche BahnICE 1557	09:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h51	13:53 Berlin Hbf	1 change
Deutsche Bahn ICE 932 Deutsche BahnICE 932	09:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h55	12:57 Berlin Hbf	0 changesDirect
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrainFlixTrain	09:12 Frankfurt South station	4h03	13:15 Berlin Hbf	0 changesDirect
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrainFlixTrain	09:12 Frankfurt South station	3h53	13:05 Berlin Südkreuz station	0 changesDirect
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrainFlixTrain	13:12 Frankfurt South station	4h10	17:22 Berlin Hbf	0 changesDirect
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrainFlixTrain	17:12 Frankfurt South station	4h03	21:15 Berlin Hbf	0 changesDirect
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrainFlixTrain	17:12 Frankfurt South station	3h54	21:06 Berlin Südkreuz station	0 changesDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin?

The best time to book your train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Frankfurt am Main to Berlin route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin.

Trains

from £37

Coaches

from £23

Flights

from £94

Train times from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin

Showing times and prices for 27 Jan

Fastest Journey

3 h 53 m

Average

4 h 39 m

Trains per day

Distance

424 km

Of the 20 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Berlin every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

FlixTrain

09:123h53

Frankfurt South station

13:05Berlin Südkreuz station

£211One-way

0 changes

FlixTrain

17:123h54

Frankfurt South station

21:06Berlin Südkreuz station

£211One-way

0 changes

ICE 932

09:023h55

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

12:57Berlin Hbf

£711One-way

0 changes

ICE 1136

08:024h00

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

12:02Berlin Hbf

£711One-way

0 changes

FlixTrain

09:124h03

Frankfurt South station

13:15Berlin Hbf

£211One-way

0 changes

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ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin

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Pro

Quick

On time

Clean

Comfortable

wifi

Socket

Cons

Price

I recently took a train journey from Frankfurt to Berlin and overall the experience was mixed. The price for the journey was unfortunately not that cheap and I found it a bit high compared to other means of transport. Although the train left on time, there were some delays along the way, which frustrated me a bit. However, what stood out positively was the comfort of the seats and the cleanliness of the train. The seats were soft and offered enough legroom for me to sleep well during the journey. The cleanliness on the train was also impressive, there were no piles of rubbish or scattered papers. Unfortunately, there was not enough choice of snacks and drinks on board and the prices were quite high. Entertainment options were also limited, there was no wifi or entertainment system. Overall, I have to say that the train journey from Frankfurt to Berlin was not the best value for money. Although there were a few positive aspects, I would probably choose a different mode of transport on my next trip.

Pro

Friendly staff

Cons

Delay

Facilities: due to the fact that many people wanted to use the wifi at the same time, the connection was very poor. Power sockets were available and functional. Seats were clean and comfortable. The service staff was friendly and could pass on information about the relevant train connection. The toilet was ok so far. The compartment was clean. Price is ok. The journey was delayed.

Pro

Relaxed night drive

Punctuality

Relaxed staff

Cons

No coffee, no food until approx. 6:00 a.m.

I had decided to travel to Berlin at night via Mannheim. The journey was quite relaxed, as there are very few travellers on the road at that time. A definite disadvantage, however, is that Mannheim station is closed at night and the on-board restaurant is also not in operation. Unfortunately, it is not even possible to organise a coffee until about 6:00 in the morning. One advantage is the quietness and also the punctuality seems to be much better, even the bottleneck Frankfurt did not cause any delays. An additional advantage was the low price for the train ticket, probably also due to the lower demand at this time of travel, which also led to better usability of the wifi.

Pro

Punctuality

Nice staff

Cons

WC dirty

Super pleasant journey, the seats were very comfortable, I still had a table and wifi available. In addition, the train was at a pleasant temperature and the conductor was very nice and took a lot of time for each person. The reservation was also no problem and went quickly. However, the toilets were even worse, because there was no more toilet paper and they weren't really clean either, unfortunately.

Pro

On time

Price-performance top

Cons

none

A while ago, I took the ICE to Berlin in 1st class without a BahnCard - if you book your travel day early, you can travel from Frankfurt to Berlin for less than 35 euros - first class, in the truest sense of the word. Even at great times, so that you still have something of Berlin. As always, on time, comfortable and faster - and more relaxed than in your own car. First class provided, I haven't had to experience any really bad carry-ons here yet. Always a pleasure!

Pro

I had a window on my seat and I was in the rest area

Cons

It was very loud on the train

That was a solid journey. It was from Frankfurt to Berlin. I had a window on my seat and I was in the rest area. This was a second class journey the wifi was good, the staff were also very friendly and you could order lots of things. The train was five minutes more punctual than expected point I can really recommend it that was also relatively cheap. The toilets smelled very good. The toilets were also very clean. Everything was hygienic.

Pro

Punctuality of the train

Legroom

Air conditioning in the train

Very friendly staff

Cons

On-board bistro was only available to a limited extent

I found the train journey very pleasant. The reason for this was, on the one hand, the very friendly and helpful train staff and, on the other hand, the very comfortable seating and only slightly crowded train. The only negative point was that the on-board bistro could only be used to a limited extent on this day, because the water had problems beforehand. All in all, it was still a very good trip and I would do it again. The train was on time and we were able to keep all our plans.

Pro

Good wifi, punctuality

Cons

The food did not taste good

The train arrived on time. The food was good, but unfortunately I didn't like it. It has a great price-performance ratio. The train was very clean, the toilets were also very, very clean. The staff were very friendly to me and smiled at me where I got on. I can recommend it because it was so cheap.

Pro

Very tasty food and clean toilets

Cons

The train was a little late.

Unfortunately, the train was half an hour late. When I got on, the staff looked at me very friendly. The staff were very nice and gave me the food. The food tasted very good. My fruit tea was also very tasty. I had wifi on the train and my reclining seat was very comfortable. Overall, this is also great value for money. I can recommend it. So this deserves four stars out of five. All in all, a good trip!

Pro

Punctuality, cleanliness, nice employees

This train journey was very pleasant in 2nd class. The wifi was top notch I had no internet problems at all. My seat in second class was a reclining seat, which was very comfortable. For dinner I ordered a croissant, which tasted very good. I had a fruit tea to drink, which also tasted very good. The service was top. I didn't have to wait at all for my food or drink. The toilet was very modern, I have rarely experienced something so cool that there was a shower in a train. The train also arrived on time and for such a price. Great value for money. I can only recommend it.

Pro

Nice staff

High standard of cleanliness

Good price-performance ratio

Pleasant design of the train compartments

Cons

Poor wifi

Uncomfortable seats

The train journey from Frankfurt to Berlin was a really great experience. The train was equipped with modern facilities, which made the journey particularly pleasant. The friendly staff helped to make the atmosphere on board very pleasant and I felt comfortable. The cleanliness of the train was impressive throughout. The sanitary facilities were always clean and well-maintained, which contributed to an overall hygienic impression. The well thought-out design of the train compartments also helped to keep everything tidy. In terms of value for money, the train journey to Berlin was definitely worth the money. The amenities on offer, such as the courteous service, are well balanced in relation to the ticket price. The investment in travelling costs seemed justified to me in view of the quality on offer. Of course, there were also some points that could be improved. The wifi on board was unfortunately not reliable, which made my use of internet services more difficult. The seats could also be more comfortable, especially on this longer journey to Berlin. Despite these small areas for improvement, the train journey was quite a pleasant experience. I think I will take this train journey again soon. However, I hope for improvements to the wifi and more comfortable seats.

Pro

Catering

Good wifi

Good staff

I really enjoyed this journey. I spent time on the wifi as it was good. My seat was comfortable and I had power sockets at my seat. You got catering if you needed it. The staff were friendly and did a good job. I would recommend this journey

Pro

Punctual

Service

Reservation

Cons

Toilets

Restaurant

Price

The Frankfurt to Berlin train was a pleasant journey. The train was easy to find on the internet and easy to book. The service staff were courteous and it was also possible to reserve a seat. Unfortunately, there were drinks in the restaurant and the price for the journey was a little too high.

Pro

Punctuality

Fast

Comfort

Cons

Personnel

Seat reservation

Toilets

On the whole, the train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin was a pleasant journey. The staff were nice and courteous and had answers to all questions. The train was fast and was able to travel through to Berlin without many delays. The comfort was also very good, as there was a power socket connected to your seat. Unfortunately, the toilets were not clean, which was a little annoying, and it was not possible to reserve a seat for this train.

Pro

Relaxing

Cons

None

The outward journey was much more pleasant for me than the return journey. The train was on time and both the toilets and the compartment were very hygienic. The network connection was very good and I was able to work during the journey. There were also several power sockets on the train. What I would also like to point out is that the temperature on the train was comfortable. I recommend the train connection.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin run on average 23 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

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

423 km

Average train duration

5h 43m

Cheapest ticket price

£10

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 53m

First train

03:35

Last train

22:44

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain and FlixBus trains Frankfurt am Main to Berlin

For as little as £18 you can travel by train to Berlin from Frankfurt am Main with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain and FlixBus. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Frankfurt am Main to Berlin train.

Train information from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 3 h 51 min
Cheapest Price: £42
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 22 a day

Flixtrain GmbH is a German railway company owned by Flixmobility. FlixTrain already connects many cities in Germany with its green trains. The trains run on 100 percent renewable energy. Onboard facilities: FlixTrain trains are equipped with air conditioning, toilets, USB and sockets and have plenty of legroom. You will find free WiFi on most trains and a range of food and drinks is available. There is a standard ticket that guarantees you a seat. You can take luggage with you free of charge, provided it can be stowed in the luggage racks. Find the current FlixTrain timetable for your train between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin at Omio and easily book FlixTrain train tickets online.

Frankfurt am Main to Berlin train information with FlixTrain:

Average Duration: 3 h 53 min
Cheapest Price: £18
FlixTrain frequency: 2 a day

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost train operators, founded in Germany and offering long-distance train services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight trains on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long train journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Frankfurt am Main to Berlin train information with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 4 h 24 min
Cheapest Price: £18
FlixBus frequency: 6 a day

Trains from Frankfurt to Berlin: Journey Details

The Frankfurt-Berlin route is well-connected by trains, so visitors will find it easy to travel between the two cities. Covered by the Deutsche Bahn service, the first train of the day starts at 5:00 a.m. while the last service leaves at around 9:20 p.m. The route boasts of high service frequency, with two trains every hour, and three during the peak midday hours. The journey from Frankfurt to Berlin takes approximately 4 hours. While direct trains are plentiful, certain rides require 1 or 2 changes in between, however, these stops don't add more than 20-40 minutes to the journey. If leaving after 9:00 p.m. there may be up to 5 changes, thereby stretching the journey to 9-10 hours.

Taking the Train from Frankfurt

Trains to Berlin depart either from Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof or from Frankfurt (Main) Sud station. The Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof station is very convenient because of its central location in the city. The Frankfurt (Main) Sud station is located in the Sachsenhausen district. Both are easily accessible with U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram and bus lines running directly from the stations.

Getting into Berlin by Train

Whether one wants to admire the city's history at Schloss Charlottenburg or soak up its rich art culture at Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin has a lot to offer its tourists. Trains from Frankfurt to Berlin would arrive at Berlin Hauptbahnhof Tief station. Located at the heart of the city, it is well connected by bus, tram and the underground U-Bahn. The station also serves the regional S-Bahn trains, so it has a direct link to these service lines.

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Berlin train

FAQs: Travel by train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin.

Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is £40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is on average 3 h 53 min for the 262 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Berlin from Frankfurt am Main by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin leaves at 23: 58.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. There are 9 direct trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the trip from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.

A trip to Berlin from Frankfurt am Main is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 53 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin by train is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin including taking a train, coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Berlin

Frankfurt am Main

Berlin

The major train station for departures in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin.

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