How much does a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main cost?

The average train ticket price from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main is $93. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

A train trip between Berlin and Frankfurt am Main is around 4h 34m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 425 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Berlin and Frankfurt am Main?

The number of trains from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 88. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

When taking the train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

Trains travelling between Berlin and Frankfurt am Main leave from Spandau or Berlin Ostbahnhof and arrive at Südbahnhof, Frankfurt Airport.

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

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on November 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:50pm	Hauptbahnhof	5h 21m	8:11pm	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	6:30pm	Berlin Hbf	4h 51m	11:21pm	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	2:50pm	Hauptbahnhof	7h 35m	10:25pm	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:17pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 33m	11:50pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	6:17pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 4m	11:21pm	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on November 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:50am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 37m	11:27am	Frankfurt West station	CheapestFastest
	10:25am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 47m	4:12pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:50am	Hauptbahnhof	9h 35m	4:25pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	6:33am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 25m	11:58am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	7:03am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 51m	12:54pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on November 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:55pm	Berlin Hbf	5h 16m	2:11am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	4h 17m	11:03am	Frankfurt Süd	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	6:16am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 43m	11:59am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on November 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:54pm	Berlin Hbf	5h 17m	2:11am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	6:46pm	Berlin Hbf	4h 14m	11:00pm	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	2:50pm	Hauptbahnhof	4h 43m	7:33pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	6:16am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 43m	11:59am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	6:33am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 30m	11:03am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on November 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:54pm	Berlin Hbf	5h 17m	2:11am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	7:57am	Berlin Hbf	3h 59m	11:56am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	10:25am	Hauptbahnhof	5h 8m	3:33pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	6:15am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 44m	10:59am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	6:15am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 29m	10:44am	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on November 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:54pm	Berlin Hbf	5h 17m	2:11am	Frankfurt Hbf	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 November 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	8:55pm	Berlin Hbf	6h 35m	3:30am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	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 November 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	8:33pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 38m	2:11am	Frankfurt Hbf	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 + S-Bahn	6:15am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 45m	11:00am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	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.

17carpool per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

424 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $234	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $426	Average Duration4h 34m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $94	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,319 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

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

Stops in Berlin

A - Spandau

B - Berlin Ostbahnhof

C - Hauptbahnhof

D - Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)

E - Berlin Südkreuz

F - Alt-Tegel

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Südbahnhof

B - Frankfurt Airport

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

How much does a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main cost?
The average train ticket price from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main is $93. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?
A train trip between Berlin and Frankfurt am Main is around 4h 34m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 425 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Berlin and Frankfurt am Main?
The number of trains from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 88. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?
When taking the train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?
Trains travelling between Berlin and Frankfurt am Main leave from Spandau or Berlin Ostbahnhof and arrive at Südbahnhof, Frankfurt Airport.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-13

$138

11-14

$257

Today

$54

11-16

$69

11-17

$35

11-18

$35

11-19

$35

11-20

$35

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $35

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 $35 to $410 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 $35 which is on 2025-11-17.