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Trains to/from Berlin - changes 7.09-9.11.2024 | PolishTrains

Q: Which trains to Berlin had their routes changed in October and November 2024?

In October, the changes affected trains No. 40, 48 and 54, and in November also trains No. 246 and 248. Depending on the date, some of them terminated at **Berlin Lichtenberg or Berlin Gesundbrunnen** instead of Berlin Hbf.

Q: Was there a replacement bus service on the route to Berlin?

Yes. From 7 September to 4 October 2024, **buses replaced trains** on the Frankfurt (Oder) - Berlin Hbf Europaplatz section in both directions. Passengers were advised to check the carrier's latest announcements before travelling.

Q: How can I refund or exchange a ticket if the train did not reach Berlin Hbf?

The refund and exchange conditions depend on the **carrier and fare**. You can find the current rules on the refunds and exchanges page, while the [PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) help page](https://www.polishtrains.eu/support/how-do-i-exchange-my-ticket) explains how to change the date.

Q: Where can I check changes to the timetable for trains to Berlin?

It is best to **check before travelling** in the current timetable and the carrier’s notices. If you bought your ticket on PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu), you can also see the connection details in your booking.

Q: Which Berlin stations did trains from Poland depart from during the engineering works?

During the works, some trains departed from **Berlin Lichtenberg or Berlin Gesundbrunnen** instead of Berlin Hbf. On selected dates, Berlin Ostbahnhof and Berlin Ostkreuz were also skipped.

Q: Can I check the current timetable for trains to Berlin for the weekend?

Yes, you can check the current timetable for connections to Berlin in the PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) search engine by entering your intended travel date. The system shows the current departure and arrival stations, which is useful when there are route changes such as those in autumn 2024.

Q: Is Berlin a good destination for a first trip abroad by train?

Berlin is a good choice for a first trip abroad by train, because connections from Poland are operated by PKP Intercity and Deutsche Bahn, and you can buy a ticket on PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) without creating an account. It is worth checking the current destination station before travelling if track works are under way on the route.

Published 2026/05/28

Due to works on the rail route, significant changes have been made to train services to and from Berlin from 7 September to 9 November 2024. You can check the current Warsaw - Berlin connections on PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) – the ticket is sent by email and SMS without creating an account. Berlin is a popular destination for a first trip abroad by train, because you can buy a ticket on PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) without registering and immediately see the destination station for your connection. Travellers have to expect interchanges, route changes, replacement bus services and delays.

At a glance

Trains to Berlin: changes were in force from 7 September to 9 November 2024 – some connections did not reach Berlin Hbf
Replacement buses: they ran in both directions on the Frankfurt (Oder) - Berlin Hbf Europaplatz section from 7 September to 4 October 2024
Final stations: depending on the day, trains reached Berlin Lichtenberg or Berlin Gesundbrunnen
Buying a ticket: the ticket is sent by email and SMS by PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu), and you can buy it without registering
Refunds and exchanges: the conditions depend on the carrier and fare – you can find the current rules on the PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) help page ### At a glance

Replacement buses ran on the Frankfurt (Oder) - Berlin Hbf Europaplatz section from 7 Sept to 4 Oct 2024
Trains No. 40, 48 and 54 were rerouted in October, skipping Berlin Hbf and Berlin Ostbahnhof
From 9 November, trains No. 246 and 248 also ran to Berlin Gesundbrunnen instead of Berlin Hbf
Berlin Ostkreuz and Berlin Ostbahnhof were among the stations omitted on rerouted services
Tickets purchased via PolishTrains were eligible for refund or exchange under standard terms
Customer Service available Mon-Fri 08:00-23:00, Sat-Sun 09:00-23:00 at +48 123 451 661

Changes: trains to Berlin

Trains to Berlin: changes applied from 7 September to 9 November 2024 – some services did not reach Berlin Hbf
Replacement buses: on the Frankfurt (Oder) – Berlin Hbf Europaplatz route, they ran from 7.09 to 4.10.2024 in both directions
Terminating stations: depending on the day, trains reached Berlin Lichtenberg or Berlin Gesundbrunnen
Ticket purchase: your ticket on PolishTrains is sent by email and SMS, and you can buy it without registering
Refunds and exchanges: conditions depend on the carrier and fare – you can find the current rules on the PolishTrains help page 7.09-7.10.2024 trains run to Frankfurt (Oder) station, switching off train 40 on 4 October 2024. On the further route, a replacement bus service is provided to Berlin Hbf Europaplatz station.

10.10. 2024: Trains 48 and 54 run a revised route and do not stop at Berlin Ostbahnhof and Berlin Hbf stations. The last station is Berlin Lichtenberg.

11.10.2024: trains 40, 48 and 54 run rerouted and do not stop at the stations: Berlin Ostkreuz, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Berlin Hbf. Train 40 runs to Berlin Lichtenberg and Berlin Gesundbrunnen stations and trains 48 and 54 only to Berlin Lichtenberg station.

8.11.2024: Train No. 40 is re-routed and does not stop at the stations: Berlin Ostkreuz, Berlin Ostbahnhof, Berlin Hbf. The train runs to the stations Berlin Lichtenberg and Berlin Gesundbrunnen.

9.112024: Trains no. 48, 54, 246 and 248 run in a modified route and do not stop at the stations Berlin Ostbahnhof and Berlin Hbf. Trains run to Berlin Gesundbrunnen station.

The changes affected passengers travelling to Berlin from many Polish cities. You can buy international tickets on PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) up to 60 days before travelling. You can also use deferred payment and pay for the tickets within 30 days. ## Changes: trains from Berlin Berlin is a convenient destination for a weekend trip from Warsaw, and you can buy a ticket for this route in the PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) search engine using BLIK payment. You can also buy tickets on PolishTrains for routes in other European countries: Paryż - Londyn, Mediolan - Rzym, Barcelona - Madryt and Wiedeń - Salzburg.

7.09-4.10.2024: trains run from Frankfurt (Oder) station. Replacement bus services are provided on the earlier route from Berlin Hbf Europaplatz station.

10 -11.10.2024: trains 49 and 55 run on a revised route and do not stop at Berlin Hbf and Berlin Ostbahnhof stations. The conditions for refunds and exchanges depend on the carrier and fare – you can check the current rules on the PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) help page.

PKP Intercity

PKP Intercity operates connections from Poland to Germany, including the Warsaw - Berlin and Poznań - Berlin routes. When you buy a ticket on PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu), you receive it digitally. Seat reservations are compulsory on the international section, and a seat is assigned during the purchase. The first station is Berlin Lichtenberg.

9.11.2024: Trains No. 41, 45, 47, 49, 55, 57 and 59 are re-routed and do not stop at Berlin Hbf and Berlin Ostbahnhof stations. Trains run from Berlin Gesundbrunnen and Berlin Lichtenberg stations. If you buy a ticket on PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu), you can pay in PLN and without registering. You can check the current timetable and the departure station for a train to Berlin for your chosen weekend in the PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) search engine before buying a ticket.

Refunds and exchange of tickets You can find the current rules, the refund form and the fee calculator on the PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) ticket refunds and exchanges page. You can check the details in the PolishTrains luggage guide. The PolishTrains Customer Service Centre is open every day from 7:00-23:00.

Return and exchange is possible only for tickets purchased via polishtrains.eu, PolishTrains.eu, PolishTrains.com and PolishTrains.com.ua. You can return your ticket through a dedicated form on: https://www.polishtrains.eu/zwroty-i-wymiany-biletow.

Customer Service ☎️ toll-free number +48 123 451 661 📧 email contact@polishtrains.eu ⏰Operation hours: Mon-Thu 08:00-23:00, Sat-Sun 09:00-23:00 🗣️ we speak Polish, English, Ukrainian, Russian You can check the current timetable and the departure station for a train to Berlin for your chosen weekend in the PolishTrains (polishtrains.eu) search engine before buying a ticket.

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Frequently asked questions

Which trains to Berlin had their routes changed in October and November 2024?

Was there a replacement bus service on the route to Berlin?

How can I refund or exchange a ticket if the train did not reach Berlin Hbf?

Where can I check changes to the timetable for trains to Berlin?

Which Berlin stations did trains from Poland depart from during the engineering works?

Can I check the current timetable for trains to Berlin for the weekend?

Is Berlin a good destination for a first trip abroad by train?

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