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 R 1 128. 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 train 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 train 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 R 186 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on 15 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:25	Hauptbahnhof	5h 47m	16:12	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	06:50	Hauptbahnhof	4h 37m	11:27	Frankfurt West station	Fastest
	12:49	Hauptbahnhof	5h 18m	18:07	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	06:50	Hauptbahnhof	9h 35m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	06:33	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 25m	11:58	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on 16 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:50	Hauptbahnhof	4h 37m	11:27	Frankfurt West station	CheapestFastest
	10:25	Hauptbahnhof	5h 47m	16:12	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	06:50	Hauptbahnhof	9h 35m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
	06:33	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 25m	11:58	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express	07:03	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 51m	12:54	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on 17 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:55	Berlin Hbf	5h 16m	02:11	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	06:46	Berlin Hbf	4h 17m	11:03	Frankfurt Süd	Fastest
	06:50	Hauptbahnhof	4h 43m	11:33	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	06:50	Hauptbahnhof	9h 35m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 43m	11:59	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on 18 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:54	Berlin Hbf	5h 17m	02:11	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	18:46	Berlin Hbf	4h 14m	23:00	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	14:50	Hauptbahnhof	4h 43m	19:33	Südbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	06:16	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 43m	11:59	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	06:33	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 30m	11:03	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on 19 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:54	Berlin Hbf	5h 17m	02:11	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	07:57	Berlin Hbf	3h 59m	11:56	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	10:25	Hauptbahnhof	5h 8m	15:33	Südbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 44m	10:59	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 29m	10:44	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on 20 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:54	Berlin Hbf	5h 17m	02:11	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	07:57	Berlin Hbf	3h 59m	11:56	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	06:50	Hauptbahnhof	4h 43m	11:33	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	06:50	Hauptbahnhof	9h 35m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 44m	10:59	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on 21 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	20:55	Berlin Hbf	6h 35m	03:30	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	07:57	Berlin Hbf	3h 59m	11:56	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	06:50	Hauptbahnhof	4h 43m	11:33	Südbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	06:50	Hauptbahnhof	9h 35m	16:25	FRA Frankfurt airport	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	06:15	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 44m	10:59	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 361, 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 priceR 452 - R 2 849	Average duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 244 - R 5 194	Average duration4h 34m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 361 - R 1 144	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

3.5/511 313 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train 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 R 1 128. 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 train 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 train 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

12/11

R 792

13/11

R 1 676

Today

R 3 137

15/11

R 669

16/11

R 836

17/11

R 418

18/11

R 419

19/11

R 418

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 418

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 R 418 to R 4 999 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 R 418, which is on 2025-11-17.

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.