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

The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is R 1 062. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin 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 Frankfurt am Main to Berlin?

A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin is around 4h 38m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 52m. This is the time it takes to travel the 425 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 106. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin?

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

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

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

Train Frankfurt am Main to Berlin from R 188 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin on 12 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	20:55	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	8h 52m	05:47	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	14:06	Frankfurt Süd	3h 57m	18:03	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	07:41	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 33m	12:14	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	08:02	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 12m	12:14	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	07:41	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 33m	12:14	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	08:02	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 12m	12:14	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	07:41	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 33m	12:14	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	08:02	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 12m	12:14	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin on 13 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	19:55	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 47m	01:42	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	06:14	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 18m	10:32	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	12:37	Südbahnhof	5h 27m	18:04	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:41	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 46m	11:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	08:54	Frankfurt Süd	4h 33m	13:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	17:12	Südbahnhof	4h 39m	21:51	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:41	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 46m	11:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	08:54	Frankfurt Süd	4h 33m	13:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin on 14 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:12	Südbahnhof	4h 51m	16:03	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	06:54	Frankfurt Süd	4h 22m	11:16	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	8h 33m	18:28	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	09:12	Südbahnhof	4h 28m	13:40	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:25	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 2m	11:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	06:54	Frankfurt Süd	4h 33m	11:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:40	FRA Frankfurt airport	9h 50m	11:30	Gesundbrunnen	No tags
	13:12	Südbahnhof	5h 16m	18:28	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin on 15 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:37	Südbahnhof	5h 54m	18:31	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	11:12	Südbahnhof	4h 43m	15:55	Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:40	FRA Frankfurt airport	9h 52m	11:32	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	08:32	Südbahnhof	5h 8m	13:40	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	07:01	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 26m	12:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	07:23	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 33m	12:56	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Regional-Express + InterCity	19:36	Frankfurt Süd	12h 20m	07:56	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	8h 36m	18:31	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin on 16 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:32	Südbahnhof	5h 8m	13:40	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	18:02	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 1m	22:03	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	8h 36m	18:31	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	11:12	Südbahnhof	4h 43m	15:55	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	07:01	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 26m	12:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	07:23	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 33m	12:56	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:55	FRA Frankfurt airport	8h 48m	18:43	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	12:37	Südbahnhof	5h 54m	18:31	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin on 17 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	19:55	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	6h 8m	02:03	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	14:06	Frankfurt Süd	3h 57m	18:03	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:20	FRA Frankfurt airport	9h 43m	16:03	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	08:28	Südbahnhof	5h 12m	13:40	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:25	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 2m	11:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	06:54	Frankfurt Süd	4h 33m	11:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	11:12	Südbahnhof	4h 51m	16:03	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:25	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 2m	11:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin on 18 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	20:14	Frankfurt Hbf	4h 51m	01:05	Berlin Hbf	Cheapest
	14:06	Frankfurt Süd	3h 57m	18:03	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	08:28	Südbahnhof	5h 12m	13:40	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	12:25	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 2m	17:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	12:54	Frankfurt Süd	4h 33m	17:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	12:37	Südbahnhof	5h 27m	18:04	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	12:25	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 2m	17:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
	12:54	Frankfurt Süd	4h 33m	17:27	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 362, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17carpool per day

5h 40mAverage duration

424 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 463 - R 2 648	Average duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 222 - R 5 281	Average duration4h 38m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 362 - R 1 318	Average duration5h 40m	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

3.5/511 287 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 Frankfurt am Main and Berlin?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Südbahnhof

B - Frankfurt Airport

Stops in Berlin

A - Hauptbahnhof

B - Berlin Ostbahnhof

C - Spandau

D - Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)

E - Berlin Südkreuz

F - Alt-Tegel

Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Berlin

How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin cost?
The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin is R 1 062. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin 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 Frankfurt am Main to Berlin?
A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin is around 4h 38m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 52m. This is the time it takes to travel the 425 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin?
The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 106. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin?
When taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin?
Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Hauptbahnhof, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Spandau.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/11

R 2 082

11/11

R 2 007

Today

R 1 463

13/11

R 898

14/11

R 1 024

15/11

R 554

16/11

R 752

17/11

R 574

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 554

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

You can expect to pay from R 554 to R 5 119 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 554, which is on 2025-11-15.

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.