Trains from and to Berlin Airport
Berlin’s public transportation system is highly efficient, and Berlin trains are well-known for their fast and effective services. Berlin airport railway network is no exception. BER Airport has an excellent connection to Berlin city center and the neighboring areas as well. Trains depart from the airport stations every 5 minutes, transferring passengers to their destination in or around Berlin quickly and affordably. Respectively, reaching the airport from Berlin city by train is equally simple.
Train Lines from Berlin Airport
Depending on your destination in Berlin, you will find a Berlin train that will transfer you to Berlin city or its suburbs fast and efficiently. Various train lines run from terminals 1/2 of Berlin Airport.
- Airport Express FEX (BER Airport – Südkreuz – Potsdamer Platz – Hauptbahnhof): The Regional Train FEX (the new BER airport express train) connects terminals 1/2 to Berlin Central Station (Hauptbahnhof). FEX trains run every 15 minutes from 04:00 am to 01:00 am, and their journey to Berlin city center lasts about 23 minutes. In detail, the trip to Südkreuz lasts 14 minutes, while the duration of train journeys from BER Airport to Potsdamer Platz is 19 minutes, and to Hauptbahnhof is 23 minutes. Please note that until 06/13/2026, the train will run at night via Stadtbahn (Ostkreuz, Friedrichstraße, etc.) before reaching Berlin Central Station.
- Regional Train RE20: (Lübbenau – BER Airport – Berlin (Südkreuz – Potsdamer Platz – Hauptbahnhof): The Regional Train RE20 links Berlin Airport to Berlin city center and Südkreuz once every hour, operating from 04:00 am to 09:00 pm. It takes 14 minutes to reach Südkreuz, 19 minutes to reach Potsdamer Platz, 23 minutes to reach Hauptbahnhof, and 50 minutes to get to Lübbenau.
- Regional Train RB22 (Königs Wusterhausen – BER Airport – Struveshof – Ludwigsfelde – Saarmund – Potsdam (Golm – Park Sanssouci – Hauptbahnhof – Griebnitzsee): The Train RB22 is a great option to get to Königs Wusterhausen. Furthermore, RB22 trains reach Potsdam Station in about 50 minutes. They also run on an hourly basis from 04:00 am to 00:30 am.
- Regional Train RB24 (Blankenfelde ( Wünsdorf Waldstadt) – Berlin Airport – Berlin Schöneweide – Berlin Ostkreuz – Bernau – Eberswalde): The train operates hourly linking BER Airport to Eberswalde and Blankenfelde. Routes are available from 03:30 am to 10:00 pm.
- Regional Train RB32 (Oranienburg – Berlin Ostkreuz – Berlin Schöneweide – BER Airport – Ludwigsfelde): The Train Line RB32 runs from Ludwigsfelde to Brandenburg Airport at an hourly frequency, while also linking the airport to Berlin. The train operates from 04:00 am to 11:00 pm.
- S-Bahn Train S9 (BER Airport – Berlin City Center – Spandau): The Local Train S9 heads from the new Berlin Airport to Spandau every 20 minutes, day and night (every 30 minutes on Friday and Saturday nights). Routes are available from 04:00 am to 01:39 am (03:53 am to 01:53 am on weekends and public holidays). The total journey from terminal 1 of BER Airport to Spandau takes 73 minutes, as the train makes numerous intermediate stops.
- S-Bahn Train S85 (BER Airport – Frohnau): The Local Train S85 travels from Berlin Airport Railway Station to Ostkreuz, terminating its route at Frohnau. It runs every 20 minutes, from 05:05 am to 00:09 am.
Where is the Railway Station at Brandenburg Berlin Airport
Brandenburg Berlin Airport has one railway station (Flughafen BER), serving terminals 1 and 2. The train station for passengers landing at terminals 1 and 2 of the new Berlin Airport is located at the underground level (U2) of T1, close to both terminals’ Arrivals areas. Passengers landing at T2 can easily reach the Berlin airport train station from the Arrivals level (E0), following the airport’s signs.
Berlin Airport Ticket Fares and Prices
Berlin is divided into 3 zones. A one-way train ticket from Berlin Airport to Berlin’s combined ABC zone costs 5€ (5$) for adults and 3.50€ (3.50$) for children between 6 and 14 years of age. Younger children travel free of charge. On the other hand, a ticket for the AB zone is priced at 4€ (4$) for adult passengers and 2.50€ (2.50$) for those entitled to a reduced price. Tickets are valid for only 2 hours and include one trip with changes of vehicles and lines in the same direction. Thus, return journeys aren’t allowed.
The new Berlin Airport is located in Berlin Zone C. Thus, you will have to buy a Berlin ABC ticket to reach your destination in Berlin city center. Alternatively, you can get a day ticket, costing 12.90€ (12.90$) for adults and 8€ (8$) for children. Day passes offer unlimited rides for 24 hours from the time of purchase. Moreover, three children aged 6 to 14 can travel for free when accompanied by a passenger over 15 years old. Additionally, 4-trip tickets are also available. If you buy a 4-trip ticket for Berlin Zone ABC, you’ll pay 16.80€ (16.80$), while children (6-14) are charged 11.60€ (11.60$). Alternatively, you can opt for a Berlin Welcome Card or a Berlin City Tour Card. Both cards provide numerous privileges, such as free entrance to museums, discounts on sightseeing tickets, etc.
Tickets can be purchased through the automatic vending machines or the sales points located at Berlin Airport Train Station. Moreover, you can buy your ticket online through the corresponding app or website.
Tip: Don’t forget to validate your ticket once you enter the train!
Intercity Trains from Berlin Airport
For the moment, there is only one intercity train line heading from Berlin Airport to Dresden (Saxony) and Rostock (Mecklenburg-Vorpommern). IC intercity trains run several times a day from the railway station located at terminal 1 of the new airport. Travel time from BER Airport to Dresden is 100 minutes, while to Rostock is 170 minutes. Tickets are available both online and through the Railway Station’s vending machines.
FAQs
Does Berlin Airport have a train station?
Berlin Airport (BER) has one railway station. The railway station serves terminals 1 and 2 and is located under terminal building 1, at the U2 level. The train station is known as Flughafen BER (BER Airport in English).
How much is the train from Berlin Airport to city center?
A one-way train ticket from Berlin Airport to Berlin city center costs 5€ (5$) for adults. Children 6-14 years old are charged 3.50€ (3.50$). Tickets are available through the airport’s sales points, the automatic vending machines, and online.