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Delayed at Berlin Hauptbahnhof? You're Probably Owed Money.

36.4% of trains here arrive late. EU law says you get 25–50% of your ticket back. We handle the claim.

If your train arrived 60 or more minutes late at Berlin Hauptbahnhof or beyond, you're entitled to 25% of your ticket price back. Two hours or more? 50% back. That's not a goodwill gesture — it's EU law, and the operator is legally required to pay it. Most passengers never claim. We fix that. Check if you qualify in 30 seconds.

36.4%
Delayed Arrivals
Trains arriving 60+ minutes late
100 million
Annual Passengers
2
Operators
Train operators serving this station
4
Routes
Routes passing through this station

Why Claims from Berlin Hauptbahnhof Succeed

The causes of delays here are well-documented — and none of them are your fault:

  • ICE technical failures
  • Berlin track congestion
  • Infrastructure works on north-south corridor

These causes don't let the operator off the hook. Congestion and infrastructure issues are the operator's responsibility — not force majeure. That's why claims from this station hold up, even when operators push back.

Operators at Berlin Hauptbahnhof

Routes from Berlin Hauptbahnhof

Facilities at Berlin Hauptbahnhof

  • WiFi
  • DB Lounge (first class)
  • Shops
  • Restaurants
  • Taxi rank
  • S-Bahn access
  • U-Bahn access
  • Left luggage
  • Bike rental

Your Questions, Straight Answers

My train arrived late at Berlin Hauptbahnhof. Am I owed money?

Over 36% of long-distance arrivals at Berlin Hbf are delayed. If you arrived 60+ minutes after your scheduled time, yes — you're owed 25% of your ticket price. Two hours or more? 50%. We get it back for you.

How much am I owed for a delay at Berlin?

60–119 minutes late: 25% of what you paid. 120+ minutes: 50%. We calculate it on the actual fare you paid, including discounts and sale prices.

I missed a connection at Berlin Hbf because of a late train. What are my rights?

On a through ticket, DB is responsible for the full journey. If a missed connection at Berlin meant you arrived at your final destination 60+ minutes late, you can claim for the total delay. We handle this.

DB offered me a meal voucher instead of money. Do I have to accept?

No. You can insist on cash. Vouchers are DB's preferred option because they cost less — but EU law gives you the right to monetary compensation. We make sure you get it.

How long do I have to claim?

90 days from the date of travel. DB deletes journey records after that. Don't wait — check now.