Train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain
    		Hauptbahnhof
    		SüdbahnhofCheapest
    Deutsche Bahn ICE
    		Berlin Hbf
    		Frankfurt HbfFastest
    Flixtrain
      		Hauptbahnhof
      		SüdbahnhofNo tags
      Flixtrain + Flixbus
        		Hauptbahnhof
        		FRA Frankfurt airportNo tags
        Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn
        		Berlin Ostbahnhof
        		Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt WestNo 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 £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        11carpool per day
        5h 30mAverage duration
        263 milesDistance
        18kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£20 - £90Average duration8h 10m
        10kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£11 - £226Average duration4h 30m
        10kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£16 - £51Average duration5h 30m
        18kg CO₂e

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

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

          The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the train journey from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

          The average train journey time from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 260 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 50m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

        3. Which train operators serve the Berlin to Frankfurt am Main route?

          Several major train operators run on this route with 83 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

          The earliest train from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main departs at 06:06. And the latest train departs at 23:33.

        5. Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

        6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

          According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

        8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for trains

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

        Best price found
        09/12
        £19
        10/12
        £35
        Today
        £19
        12/12
        £44
        13/12
        £34
        14/12
        £56
        15/12
        £36
        16/12
        £27
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

        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 £19 to £214 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 £27, which is on 2025-12-16.

        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.

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