Berlin to Gera by train

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Overview: trains from Berlin to Gera

Find the key information for travelling by train from Berlin to Gera, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:20 View journey
Last train 23:36 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 19m View journey
Distance (km) 203
Trains / day 72 View all
Cheapest journey US$30.50 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 3m
Train operators 13

From Berlin to Gera by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Berlin to Gera by train. With 72 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Berlin and Gera

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: US$30.50

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Train times for travel from Berlin to Gera

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 00:20 and the last departure is 23:34. On weekends, the first train departs at 03:42 and the last train leaves at 23:36. On average, a total of 72 trains make this journey each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Berlin to Gera

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 19 minutes, spanning 203 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets between Berlin and Gera?

Tickets along this route go on sale 12 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn even more about travelling from Berlin to Gera by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Gera.

FAQs about the train journey from Berlin to Gera

Want to know more about your journey from Berlin to Gera? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Berlin and Gera by train is 203 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.