Frankfurt am Main to Berlin by train
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Overview: trains from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin
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Taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin
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Train cost between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin: point-to-point tickets
Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £6.36, then go to £58, if booked a month in advance, and £101, if booked 7 days in advance.
Cost of travel with European train passes
Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.
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Frankfurt am Main to Berlin daily train schedule
Whether you’re headed to Berlin on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 74 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.
00:14: departure of first train Monday-Friday
23:35: departure of last train Monday-Friday
00:14: departure of first train on weekends
23:35: departure of last train on weekends
Every 5 minutes: frequency of train departures
How long does the train from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin take?
The shortest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 48 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 424 kilometres.
When do tickets go on sale between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin?
You can start planning and booking your trip between Frankfurt am Main and Berlin 12 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.
More information on train travel from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin
Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Berlin city guide to get you started.
FAQs about the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin
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The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Berlin covers 424 kilometres in total.
The minimum fare on this route is £6.36. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around £58. If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately £101.
Tickets for travel between Frankfurt am Main to Berlin are available 12 months before departure.
The quickest journey is 3 hours and 48 minutes.
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