The average train between Berlin and Detmold takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Berlin to Detmold. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Berlin and Detmold. The earliest departure is at 4:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Berlin is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Detmold at 7:20 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Berlin station and arriving at Detmold station via Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Berlin to Detmold train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Berlin to Detmold train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bielefeld Hbf station.
The distance between Berlin and Detmold is 315.7 km. The road distance is 393 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €70–160 and the journey takes 2h 27m.