How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $88. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

The average train trip from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main takes 4h 30m and covers 420 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 50m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Frankfurt am Main route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 83 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

The earliest train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main departs at 6:06am. The latest train departs at 11:33pm.

What is the best train operator from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Berlin to Frankfurt am Main from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:50am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 43m	11:33am	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	7:57am	Berlin Hbf	3h 59m	11:56am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	10:25am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 8m	3:33pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:50am	Hauptbahnhof	9h 35m	4:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	6:15am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 44m	10:59am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	2:50pm	Hauptbahnhof	8h 35m	11:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	Cheapest
	7:57am	Berlin Hbf	3h 59m	11:56am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	6:50am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 43m	11:33am	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:50am	Hauptbahnhof	9h 35m	4:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	6:15am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 44m	10:59am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:49pm	Spandau	10h 16m	6:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	Cheapest
	7:06am	Berlin Hbf	3h 50m	10:56am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 3m	2:00pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	7h 58m	5:55pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 33m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:27pm	Berlin Hbf	4h 17m	11:44pm	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	7:06am	Berlin Hbf	3h 50m	10:56am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 3m	2:00pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	9h 23m	7:20pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 33m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	4h 3m	8:00pm	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	7:06am	Berlin Hbf	3h 50m	10:56am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 3m	2:00pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	9h 23m	7:20pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 33m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 3m	2:00pm	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	7:06am	Berlin Hbf	3h 50m	10:56am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	3:57pm	Hauptbahnhof	4h 3m	8:00pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:02pm	Hauptbahnhof	10h 3m	6:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 33m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on December 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:57am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 3m	12:00pm	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	7:06am	Berlin Hbf	3h 50m	10:56am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	9:57am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 3m	2:00pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:57am	Hauptbahnhof	8h 28m	4:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	7:06am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 33m	11:39am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

424 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $166	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $416	Average Duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $93	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Frankfurt am Main?

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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B
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $88. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?
The average train trip from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main takes 4h 30m and covers 420 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 50m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 83 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main departs at 6:06am. The latest train departs at 11:33pm.
What is the best train operator from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-09

$34

12-10

$65

Today

$35

12-12

$80

12-13

$62

12-14

$102

12-15

$65

12-16

$50

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $34

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $34 to $393 for a train ticket from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.