Berlin has an extensive network system of underground lines (U-Bahn), urban railway lines (S-Bahn), buses and tramways (Tram), allowing you to reach every location and sight in town in a safe and convenient way.
For more information just have a look on the web sites of the respective public transport companies (see below).
Berlin WelcomeCard - Your explorer ticket for Berlin and Potsdam!
Our special offer for getting around Berlin for less money is the Berlin WelcomeCard. After stamping the card you are entitled to 48 or 72 hours unlimited travel on all public transport. Moreover the Berlin WelcomeCard voucher booklet offers savings of up to 50% on over 130 top sights and cultural highlights.
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Tickets and Fares
An extensive S-Bahn (urban railway), U-Bahn (underground), bus and streetcar network spanning the entire city gets you quickly, safely and inexpensively to all the attractions. A system of night buses and trains keeps you mobile into the wee hours of the night.
Berlin has three fare zones: zone A is delineated by the S-Bahn ring and encompasses the city centre, zone B ends at the city limits. Zone C includes Berlin's immediate surroundings (e.g. Potsdam, Oranienburg).
Tickets can be purchased with the zone combinations AB, BC or ABC. Standard fares apply to adults, reduced fares to children aged 6-13; children under 6 ride free. Tickets can be purchased at any of the many BVG and S-Bahn Berlin ticket counters and at ticket machines located in the stations. The machines are equipped with convenient on-screen menu navigation and are available 24 hours a day in 6 languages (German, English, French, Spanish, Turkish, Polish).
Fundbüro der Deutschen Bahn
Döppersberg 37
42103 Wuppertal
phone: +49 0900-1990599 (0,59 Euro / Min)
Encounter Berlin on public transit
Bus lines 100 and 200
Central Berlin is quite expansive and difficult to scout out on foot. It is worth covering certain itineraries with public transport. A trip on bus 100 or 200 is tantamount to a city tour, taking passengers past the many sights between Zoologischer Garten and Alexanderplatz.
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S-Bahn (urban railway)
From the elevated S-Bahn you can catch a first glimpse of several of the city's tourist magnets. The route from Zoologischer Garten to Alexanderplatz passes Tiergarten and the Victory Column, the Reichstag and the government quarter and cruises between the structures gracing Museum Island.The Ringbahn (S-Bahn Circle) line loops around the city centre in an hour, offering passengers a number of outstanding impressions. More
Panorama S-Bahn - A city tour extraordinaire
A junket on this train featuring snug swivel chairs, a bar, air conditioning, a wheelchair accessible toilet and expansive panorama windows is an experience in itself. Enjoy a stunning view of Berlin while sipping a glass of bubbly. More
Sightseeing Tour with the "Zille-Express"
For a trip down memory lane jump on the Zille Express, fashioned in "Roaring Twenties" style. The BVG invites you on a unique city tour in one of its three affectionately reconstructed vintage buses. A driver in period uniform chauffeurs visitors to Berlin's loveliest spots. More
Taxis in Berlin
Beside the well developed net of bus and train lines there are also nearly 7000 taxis to transport the Berliners and their guests. You can order a taxi easily. More
The Berlin Tourist Information is looking forward to your visit!