BVG (+ Verkehrsverbund Berlin-Brandenburg) · EUR · verified 2026-04-15
Berlin transit fares
U-Bahn, S-Bahn inner zone, tram and buses in Berlin AB area
Published fares (snapshot)
Figures reflect operator-published tariffs - not a substitute for station validators or agency fare engines.
| Single ticket Einzelfahrt (tariff zones A–B) | €3.20 |
|---|---|
| Transfers | One direction, up to two hours incl. transfers; Short-trip (Kurzstrecke) tickets are cheaper where valid. |
Rider tips
- Deutschlandticket is valid only on qualifying lines—check signage.
- Regional trains to BER airport usually need BC or broader ticket.
Reference trip vs taxi
Same 8.0 km · 15m reference used on rideshare hub pages. Transit shows a representative single-ride amount (median of tabular rows or flat fare).
- Representative transit ride
- €3.20
- Metered taxi (standard)
- €25.99
- €24.30 – €32.60 traffic band
Live calculator
Route door-to-door with OpenStreetMap - compare metered taxi and rideshare on identical GPS distance.
Route in Berlin
Transit fares stay on this page; taxi and app estimates appear after routing.
FAQ
What does a single Berlin transit ride cost?
Single ticket Einzelfahrt (tariff zones A–B): 3.2 EUR before concessions (see BVG Fahrinfo).
Which agency operates this network?
BVG (+ Verkehrsverbund Berlin-Brandenburg) sets fares cited here; confirm details at BVG Fahrinfo.
Do transfers cost extra?
One direction, up to two hours incl. transfers; Short-trip (Kurzstrecke) tickets are cheaper where valid.
Why can Berlin taxis cost much more than transit?
Taxis charge regulated distance and time on curb-to-curb routing; transit spreads fixed infrastructure costs differently - compare both tools before deciding.