Route guide

Strasbourg → Berlin

593 km · France to Germany · Fastest: 3h by flight · Cheapest: €24+ by bus

How to travel from Strasbourg to Berlin

There are 4 ways to travel between Strasbourg and Berlin — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€51–147

Duration: 4h 57m

via ICE, TGV inOui

~8.0 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€24–62

Duration: 8h 28m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~17 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€59–191

Duration: 3h 17m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, Lufthansa, Eurowings

~93 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€71–130

Duration: 6h 35m

~101 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Strasbourg and Berlin highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 593 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from France into Germany. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Strasbourg to Berlin — every option in detail

Strasbourg to Berlin by train

Trains link Strasbourg (France) and Berlin (Germany) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 4h 57m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include ICE, TGV inOui.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €51 to €147. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

On routes under 600 km like this one, train often beats flight door-to-door once you factor in airport check-in and transfers.

Climate footprint: about 8.0 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 93 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~85 kg on this distance.

Strasbourg to Berlin by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Strasbourg and Berlin with a typical journey of 8h 28m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €24 when booked in advance, rising to €62 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Strasbourg to Berlin by flight

Flights between Strasbourg and Berlin take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 17m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, Lufthansa, Eurowings.

Typical fare range is €59–191. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 93 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Strasbourg to Berlin by car

The driving distance from Strasbourg to Berlin is approximately 682 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 6h 35m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €71–130 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the France–Germany border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 101 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Strasbourg and Berlin is approximately 593 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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