- Must visit
Neues Museum
A major museum of ancient civilisations, known for monumental architecture and celebrated collections from Egypt and the Near East.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£57
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£104
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
7 h 41 m
Trains on 18 Sept
7
Distance
653 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sint-Gillis to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sint-Gillis to Berlin will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 7 trains from Sint-Gillis to Berlin, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 653 km distance in an average of 7 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 45 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sint-Gillis to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, while a flight costs an average of £168.
Distance: 653 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£69 Average Price | £168 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 56m Average total duration 15h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sint-Gillis to Berlin:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sint-Gillis to Berlin costing on average £69.
A coach is £118 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sint-Gillis to Berlin costing on average £168.
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 47m.
Coach takes on average 15h 26m.
Tickets start at around £69 compared to roughly £111 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £42. The journey takes 8h 47m versus 7h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Sint-Gillis to Berlin trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 315 · ICE 651 | On time 12:25 Brussels-Midi | 6h30 | 18:55 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
475 | 21:45 Brussels-Midi | 12h25 | 10:10 Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 4:23 Sint-Gillis | 7h06 | 11:29 Berlin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:23 Sint-Gillis | 6h53 | 12:16 Berlin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:25 Sint-Gillis | 6h51 | 14:16 Berlin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:25 Sint-Gillis | 6h51 | 16:16 Berlin | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Sint-Gillis to Berlin run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 653 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 653 km |
Average train duration 8h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
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A historic boulevard linking major sights, lined with institutions, statues and elegant buildings that reflect central Berlin’s past.
A large central park with lakes, paths and lawns, perfect for walking, cycling and breaks between nearby landmarks and museums.
A spacious former airport turned public park, popular for cycling, sunset walks and an unusually open view of Berlin’s skyline.
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Slow-cooked pork knuckle with crisp skin, usually served with peas, sauerkraut or purée. A hearty Berlin pub staple.
Berlin-style meatball of minced pork or mixed meat, commonly eaten hot or cold. A traditional everyday snack and tavern dish.
Elegant restaurant in Charlottenburg focused on refined Austrian and German cooking in a classic dining room.
Historic department store food hall with Berlin specialities, pastries and delicatessen counters in a lively grand setting.
Long-running Berlin institution known for currywurst and classic fast food near Zoologischer Garten. Casual and iconic.
Moderate for Western Europe: hostels and hotels vary widely, dining is fair-value, and public transport is good value for a capital city.
Service is usually not included. In restaurants, round up or tip about 5-10%. In cafés, round up small bills. For taxis, round up the fare or add about 5-10%.
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Berlin Hbf -> Alexanderplatz, Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sint-Gillis to Berlin 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sint-Gillis to Berlin trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Spandau. Use this guide to compare Sint-Gillis and Berlin 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 Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau 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: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz 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: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
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