The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Berlin
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
478 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Berlin will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $25.
Of the 35 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Berlin every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 478 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 24 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.
ICE 100
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
ICE 645
ICE 643
RE 26425 · ICE 653
RE 26421 · ICE 651
RE 26429 · ICE 655 · RE 3162
RE 26429 · ICE 655
RE 26409 · ICE 555Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Düsseldorf to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. 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 coach costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $62.
Distance: 478 km
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$69 Average Price | $43 Average Price Cheapest | $254 Average Price |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Düsseldorf to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Berlin trains for today, Monday, 8 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 108 · ICE 943 | Delayed 2:40 pm 2:34 pmDüsseldorf Hbf | 4h43 | 7:17 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1053 | On time 3:06 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h45 | 7:51 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 3:38 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h54 | 8:32 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 3:38 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h07 | 8:45 pm Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 26425 · ICE 653 | Delayed 3:49 pm 3:42 pmDüsseldorf Hbf | 4h19 | 8:01 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 643 | On time 3:51 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h26 | 8:17 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 8 · ICE 945 | Delayed 4:40 pm 4:33 pmDüsseldorf Hbf | 4h55 | 9:28 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 26429 · ICE 655 | On time 5:42 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h21 | 10:03 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 26429 · ICE 655 · RE 3162 | On time 5:42 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h20 | 10:02 pm Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 645 | On time 5:51 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h26 | 10:17 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 947 | On time 6:50 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h28 | 11:18 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 100 | On time 10:35 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h01 | 4:36 am Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday, 9 December | |||||
ICE 920+ WFB 95773+ ICE 751 | On time 1:33 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h29 | 8:02 am Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 541 | On time 3:48 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h28 | 8:16 am Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 843 | On time 4:50 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h26 | 9:16 am Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 26405 · ICE 553 | On time 5:42 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h24 | 10:06 am Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 543 | On time 5:51 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h25 | 10:16 am Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 7:38 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h06 | 12:44 pm Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 7:38 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h54 | 12:32 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 26409 · ICE 555 | On time 7:42 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h24 | 12:06 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 545 | On time 7:51 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h25 | 12:16 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 847 | On time 8:50 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h26 | 1:16 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 10213 · ICE 757 · RE 3154 | On time 9:06 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h56 | 2:02 pm Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 10213 · ICE 757 | On time 9:06 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h57 | 2:03 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 547 | On time 9:51 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h25 | 2:16 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 202 · IC 2049 · ICE 1139 | 10:34 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h29 | 3:03 pm Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 26717 · ICE 849 | On time 10:36 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h40 | 3:16 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 728 · RE 26717 · ICE 849 | On time 10:38 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h38 | 3:16 pm Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 759 · RE 3156 | On time 11:06 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h56 | 4:02 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 759 | On time 11:06 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h58 | 4:04 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 26417 · ICE 559 | On time 11:42 am Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h26 | 4:08 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 26721 · ICE 941 | On time 12:36 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h40 | 5:16 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 724 · RE 26721 · ICE 941 | On time 12:38 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h38 | 5:16 pm Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1051 | 1:17 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h34 | 5:51 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 26421 · ICE 651 | On time 1:42 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h20 | 6:02 pm Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 641 | 1:51 pm Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h25 | 6:16 pm Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Berlin
Trains from Düsseldorf to Berlin run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 478 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 478 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Düsseldorf to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Berlin from $24. 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
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Berlin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Düsseldorf, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Düsseldorf Hbf and Düsseldorf Airport station. When arriving in Berlin, you can end your route in train stations like Berlin Hbf, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Berlin Südkreuz station, Berlin Spandau, Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station and Berlin Zoologischer Garten.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Düsseldorf Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Berlin Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Berlin
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Sumak
- Café.komm
- Trattoria Ottavio
- Haus Litzbrück
- Haus Litzbrück
- Wernesgrüner B
- Steakhaus Barbecue
- TreBo
- Thai-A-Dong
- Hotel Karlshorst
- Allee-Hotel Berlin
- Mit-Mensch
- AVCI Bistro
- Restaurant Athos
- Yoko Sushi
- Payamlino Bistro
- Hotel Nova
- Pension Adamshof
- Pension Zum Lichtenberger
- 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
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
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