The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $69.
Of the 33 trains that leave Berlin for Frankfurt am Main every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 424 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 56 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.
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FlixBus4:04 PM8h11Berlin Südkreuz station12:15 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)$691One-way1 change
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FlixBus3:57 PM8h18Berlin Hbf12:15 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)$691One-way1 change
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FlixBus3:40 PM8h35Berlin Spandau12:15 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)$691One-way1 change
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FlixBus9:57 AM7h38Berlin Hbf5:35 PMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)$741One-way1 change
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FlixBus10:04 AM7h31Berlin Südkreuz station5:35 PMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)$741One-way1 change
ICE 83911:05 AM3h51Berlin Hbf2:56 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$2171One-way0 changes
ICE 8379:05 AM3h51Berlin Hbf12:56 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$2171One-way0 changes
FlixTrain10:04 AM3h56Berlin Südkreuz station2:00 PMFrankfurt South station$1191One-way0 changes
FlixTrain12:04 PM3h56Berlin Südkreuz station4:00 PMFrankfurt South station$1471One-way0 changes
FlixTrain2:04 PM3h56Berlin Südkreuz station6:00 PMFrankfurt South station$1531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $125.
Distance: 424 km
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Live departures
Berlin to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Saturday, 18 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 935 · ICE 526 | Delayed 3:06 PM 5:05 PMBerlin Hbf | 4h14 | 9:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 935 | Delayed 3:06 PM 5:05 PMBerlin Hbf | 3h51 | 6:59 PM 6:59 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 997 | Delayed 5:20 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h20 | 7:42 PM 7:42 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 695 | Delayed 5:24 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h20 | 7:58 PM 7:58 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 695 · S9 | On time 5:24 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h50 | 10:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 1603 · ICE 695 · S9 | On time 5:36 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h38 | 10:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
ICE 1603 · ICE 695 | Delayed 5:36 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h08 | 7:58 PM 7:58 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| Sunday, 19 April | |||||
ICE 1137 | On time 8:00 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h56 | 11:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1137 · ICE 724 | On time 8:00 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h19 | 12:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:18 AM Berlin Spandau | 9h42 | 6:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
ICE 371+ HLB 243380 | On time 8:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h36 | 1:07 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 371 | On time 8:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h13 | 12:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 371 · S9 | On time 8:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h43 | 1:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 837 · ICE 722 | On time 9:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h14 | 1:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 837 | On time 9:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h51 | 12:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 597 | On time 9:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h17 | 1:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 597 · S9 | On time 9:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h47 | 2:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 1505 · ICE 597 | On time 9:36 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h08 | 1:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1505 · ICE 597 · S9 | On time 9:36 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h38 | 2:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:57 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h38 | 5:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 9:57 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h03 | 2:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 10:04 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 7h31 | 5:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 10:04 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 3h56 | 2:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 373 | On time 10:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h13 | 2:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 373+ HLB 243680 | On time 10:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h35 | 3:06 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 373 · S9 | On time 10:31 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h43 | 3:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 839 · ICE 628 | On time 11:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h14 | 3:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 839 | On time 11:05 AM Berlin Hbf | 3h51 | 2:56 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 799 | On time 11:20 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h19 | 3:39 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 11:40 AM Berlin Spandau | 4h20 | 4:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 11:57 AM Berlin Hbf | 4h03 | 4:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:04 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 3h56 | 4:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 1:57 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h03 | 6:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 2:04 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 3h56 | 6:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 3:40 PM Berlin Spandau | 4h20 | 8:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:40 PM Berlin Spandau | 8h35 | 12:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 3:57 PM Berlin Hbf | 4h03 | 8:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:57 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h18 | 12:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:04 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h11 | 12:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 4:04 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 3h56 | 8:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main
Trains from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main run on average 40 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 424 km distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 424 km |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Berlin and Frankfurt am Main from $23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Berlin to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Berlin and Frankfurt am Main
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
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