The cheapest and fastest trains from Hildesheim to Berlin
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hildesheim to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hildesheim to Berlin will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hildesheim for Berlin 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 239 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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 696
ICE 270
ENO 83561+
ICE 845
ENO 83559+
ICE 543
erx 83458+
ICE 553
ICE 270
ICE 696
erx 83458+
ICE 553
ENO 83561+
ICE 845
ENO 83559+
ICE 543Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hildesheim to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hildesheim to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 239 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£43 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hildesheim to Berlin train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 696 | On time 07:37 Hildesheim Hbf | 1h55 | 09:32 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
erx 83458+ ICE 553 | Delayed 07:44 Hildesheim Hbf | 2h22 | 10:09 10:09Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ENO 83559+ ICE 543 | On time 07:50 Hildesheim Hbf | 2h26 | 10:16 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 270 | On time 08:36 Hildesheim Hbf | 1h53 | 10:29 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ENO 83561+ ICE 845 | Delayed 08:50 Hildesheim Hbf | 2h26 | 11:25 11:25Berlin Hbf | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hildesheim to Berlin
Distance 239 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Hildesheim to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Hildesheim and Berlin from £11. 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.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Hildesheim to Berlin train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hildesheim and Berlin
- Monday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 15:00
- Übersee
- Amadeus
- Stern Döner
- Dorado
- Stadtresidenz
- Hotel Bürgermeisterkapelle
- 1891 Boutique Hotel
- Van der Valk
- Bambus
- Deseo
- Amadeus
- Goldmarie
- Stadtresidenz
- M & A City Hotel
- Hotel Bürgermeisterkapelle
- 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
- 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
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- 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
- Kouzina
- Aida
- Madame Ngo
- Thanh Long
- Air in Berlin Hotel
- City Ansbach
- Hotel Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof
- Hotel Classic
- 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
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
- 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
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Potsdamer Straße.
- Vapiano
- Lindenbräu am Potsdamer Platz
- The Curtain Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Crowne Plaza Berlin – Potsdamer Platz
- The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin
- Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: shopping and dining area
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S25, S26
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Espresso House
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Maritim proArte Hotel Berlin
- Bistro Waldschulallee
- Funkturm-Restaurant
- Messesnack Kleiner Stern
- La Forchetta
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