How to get from Frankfurt to Berlin
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Frankfurt to Berlin. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 05m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 83 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €22, on Wed, Sep 9.
83 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €85Checked Sep 9 | 1h 05mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €39Reading date not recorded | 5h 04m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €25Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 5h 22m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€85Checked Sep 91h 05m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€39Reading date not recorded5h 04m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€25Omio catalogue, Sep 95h 22m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Frankfurt to Berlin: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Frankfurt am Main → Berlin Brandenburgflight
Condor·1h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Frankfurt to Berlin
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€58October 2026
€59Departures from Frankfurt to Berlin
FlixBus runs 42 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:20 and the last at 23:50.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 42 | 00:20 | 23:50 |
| Flixtraintrain | 4 | 00:28 | 13:58 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
CondorFrankfurt am Main-Berlin BrandenburgSee live options and dates →
FlixBusFrankfurt-Spandau, Spandau-Berlin centralBook →
Deutsche BahnFrankfurt-Charlottenburg Stuttgarter Pl., BerlinBook →Airport shuttle busCharlottenburg Stuttgarter Pl., Berlin-Berlin BrandenburgBook →On this route you travel with Condor, FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Frankfurt to Berlin works
Start with a DE flight from Frankfurt to Berlin, about 1h 5m. In total it's roughly €85 over 1h 5m, direct, no transfers.
Frankfurt to Berlin: common questions
How long does it take to get from Frankfurt to Berlin?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 05m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Berlin from Frankfurt?
About 83 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Frankfurt to Berlin cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €22 to €29. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Frankfurt to Berlin?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 05m.
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to Berlin?
About 1h 05m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Frankfurt and Berlin?
Frankfurt is FRA and Berlin is BER, so this route is usually written FRA to BER.
Which operators run Frankfurt to Berlin?
On this route you travel with Condor, FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Frankfurt to Berlin without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 52m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt to Berlin?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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