The Berlin subway, locally known as “Berliner U-Bahn”, is underground transportation in the capital of Germany. Inaugurated in 1902, This system consists of 10 lines that run a total of 155,4 kilometres (96,56 miles) and has 175 stations.
The Berlin metro currently has the lines: U1, U2, U3, U4, U5, U6, U7, U8 and U9. The U55 line was completely integrated into the U5 line. The last subway expansion was in December 2020.
subway map
Below we show you the Berlin metro map. Click on the image to see it larger:
- Version of the Berlin metro map in PDF format.
The map above is original from a graphic designer Crossbow, low Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International. Modified by mapametro.com under the same license.
Second map
- Version of the second Berlin metro map in PDF.
Official Web site
- For more information, You can visit the official website of the Berlin Metro: Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe.
- For those who plan spend several days in the city of Berlin and want to explore, this website it is an option excellent for getting ideas and sometimes good discounts.
Berlin subway timetables
The U-Bahn from Berlin operates with the following schedules:
- Monday to Friday: of 4:00 a 1:00
- Saturdays: 24 hours
- Sundays and holidays: 24 hours
Rates
The Berlin Subway Fare System, operated by the Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG), offers various ticket options. Next, A table is presented with the main prices in euros and their equivalent in US dollars (so that tourists get a better idea of the price):
| Type of ticket | Price in euros (€) | Equivalent in Dollars (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| One-way ticket (AB) | 3,50 | 3,85 |
| One-way ticket (BC) | 4,00 | 4,40 |
| One-way ticket (ABC) | 4,40 | 4,85 |
| Short distance ticket | 2,40 | 2,65 |
| 24 hours (AB) | 9,90 | 10,90 |
| 24 hours (BC) | 10,40 | 11,45 |
| 24 hours (ABC) | 11,40 | 12,55 |
| 7 days (AB) | 41,50 | 45,65 |
| 7 days (BC) | 42,50 | 46,75 |
| 7 days (ABC) | 49,00 | 53,95 |
| Monthly ticket (AB) | 99,00 | 109,00 |
| Monthly ticket (BC) | 65,00 | 71,50 |
| Monthly ticket (ABC) | 71,40 | 78,50 |
Special Cards
Berlin WelcomeCard: This card is ideal for tourists and offers unlimited transportation on the subway, plus discounts on more than 200 sights. The prices are:
- 48 hours: 26,00 € (28,60 USD)
- 72 hours: 36,00 € (39,60 USD)
- 4 days: 45,00 € (49,50 USD)
- 5 days: 49,00 € (53,95 USD)
- 6 days: 54,00 € (59,40 USD)
- WelcomeCard Museumsinsel: 54,00 € (59,40 USD), includes free entry to the museums on Museum Island.
- Museum ticket sales: The price depends on the museum, sometimes they have good discounts.
CityTourCard: Another option for tourists, offering up to 40% discount on various attractions.
- 48 hours: 22,10 € (24,30 USD)
- 72 hours: 33,10 € (36,40 USD)
- 4 days: 43,60 € (48,00 USD)
- 5 days: 49,00 € (53,95 USD).
Ticket 29 Euros: Introduced in 2024, allows unlimited travel in AB zones for one month, but a contract is necessary 12 months.
Berlin-Ticket S: Available to residents receiving welfare, this monthly ticket costs 9,00 € (9,90 USD).
History of the Berlin subway
The history of the Berlin subway, known as Berliner U-Bahn, Starts at 1880 with a vision of electrical pioneer Werner von Siemens, who proposed the construction of a Hochbahn (elevated train) to improve transportation in the growing metropolis.
It was not until 1896 that the authorities approved the project and began work on the Gitschiner Straße in Kreuzberg. The first line was inaugurated on 15 February 1902, Connecting Stralauer Tor con Potsdamer Platz.
In the following years, the system expanded rapidly. In 1903, The line extended to Warschauer Brücke and the Zoologischer Garten, adding a total of eleven kilometers. Construction of underground tunnels, driven by the rich city of Charlottenburg, demonstrated the viability of underground lines. For 1913, the subway had 35 kilometers of routes, including important extensions to Spittelmarkt, Alexanderplatz y Schönhauser Allee, according to Berliner Unterwelten.
First World War
The outbreak of the First World War in 1914 stopped expansion. However, during the Republic of Weimar, development continued. In 1923, The municipal government assumed control of the Hochbahngesellschaft, the private company that managed the metro, and began to build new lines, including the GN-Bahn (today U8) and the Nord-Süd-Bahn (hoy U6).
Second World War
World War II brought significant destruction. The bombing damaged many stations and tunnels. In 1945, A flood caused by the destruction of a section of the tunnel submerged part of the system. Despite the damage, Reconstruction was rapid and service was restored to much of the system shortly after the end of the war..
post war
The division of Berlin into 1961, with the construction of the famous Berlin Wall, drastically affected the U-Bahn. The lines on the east and west of the city were separated, and several stations became “Ghost Stations”. In the West, New lines such as the U9 were built and others were extended to improve connectivity in West Berlin, according to Die Geschichte Berlins.
After the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, the process of reunification of the metro system began. Ghost stations were reopened and the system was extensively modernized. The U-Bahn of Berlin has continued to grow, adapting to the needs of the modern city and maintaining its role as a vital element of public transport.
XXI century
The latest Berlin subway station to open is Rotes Rathaus. This station was inaugurated on 4 December 2020 as part of the U5 line extension, which now connects the station Hauptbahnhof with the station Hönow, integrating the old line U55
History of the Berlin Subway Map
The first Berlin subway map appeared shortly after the inauguration of the first line in 1902. This initial map, very simple in its design, reflected the first routes from Stralauer Tor until Potsdamer Platz and then until Warschauer Brücke y Zoologischer Garten. In these first years, the company Siemens & Halske, in charge of initial construction, It also had a role in the graphical representation of the system.
With the expansion of the subway in the years 1920, the need for a more detailed and understandable map became evident. During this time, maps became more complex, incorporating colors to differentiate lines and improving the clarity of stations and connections. The Hochbahngesellschaft, who managed the subway, was responsible for these first advances in map design.
Berlin Wall era
The construction of the Berlin Wall in 1961 divided the city and the subway system. During this time, Metro maps showed the stations “ghost” in East Berlin, which were stations through which trains passed without stopping. This period also saw the creation of new lines in West Berlin, which made subway maps even more important for navigation within a divided city.
Modernization and digitalization
With the reunification of Berlin in 1989, the subway map needed a complete overhaul. Engineers and designers worked to integrate the east and west lines, eliminating ghost stations and updating the system to reflect a united city. Companies like BVG (Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe) They took care of these updates, ensuring maps were accurate and easy to use.
Currently
The maintenance and updating of the Berlin subway map is carried out by the Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG). The BVG is the public company responsible for public transport in Berlin, which includes not only the subway (U-Bahn), but also buses, trams and ferries.
The BVG is responsible for ensuring that the metro map accurately reflects all lines, stations and any changes in service. They use advanced technologies and specialized software to design and update maps, ensuring they are clear and easy to understand for all users, both residents and tourists. The company also collaborates with graphic designers and cartography experts to keep the map design up to date and functional.. Besides, the BVG provides digital and physical versions of the map, available in stations and online.
Additional data
The U-Bahn It is not only a means of transportation, but also a reflection of Berlin history and culture. At the station Alexanderplatz, For example, you can see murals that tell the history of Berlin. Besides, he U-Bahn offers direct access to several tourist sites such as the Checkpoint Charlie and the Pergamon Museum. During important events, like the Berlin Film Festival, the system adapts to facilitate the flow of visitors, demonstrating its importance in the daily and cultural life of the city.
Below we show the most interesting places in Berlin and their corresponding metro stops:
- Brandenburger Tor (Brandenburger Tor, U-Bahn U55): The iconic symbol of German reunification and one of the most visited monuments in Berlin.
- Television tower (Alexanderplatz, U-Bahn U2, U5, U8): Germany's tallest television tower offers spectacular panoramic views of the city from its observation deck.
- Reichstag (Bundestag, U-Bahn U55): seat of the german parliament, famous for its glass dome that offers a stunning view of Berlin.
- Museumsinsel (Museumsinsel, U-Bahn U6): Set of five world-renowned museums, including the Pergamonmuseum and the Neues Museum, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- East Side Gallery (Warschauer Straße, U-Bahn U1, U3): The longest section of the Berlin Wall decorated with murals by artists from around the world, symbolizes freedom and creativity.
- Checkpoint Charlie (Kochstraße, U-Bahn U6): The famous Cold War border crossing between East and West Berlin, now converted into a historical museum.
- Potsdamer Platz (Potsdamer Platz, U-Bahn U2, U3): A modern entertainment and commerce center, that symbolizes the new Berlin.
- Schloss Charlottenburg (Richard-Wagner-Platz, U-Bahn U7): The largest baroque palace in Berlin, surrounded by beautiful gardens and an art museum.
Old Berlin subway maps
In historical mode, We are showing in this last section, old Berlin subway maps. In this case they are from the year 2014 and previous. Click on the following maps Metro, to see larger images:
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