How to Pay
- BVG app (Handy-Ticket)
- VBB ticket machines
- Berlin Welcome Card
- 7-day ticket
- Deutschlandticket (€58/month nationwide)
💡 The Deutschlandticket (€58/month) covers all public transport across Germany including Berlin — if you're staying a month or visiting multiple German cities, it's exceptional value.
Peak Hours
No peak fare surcharge — flat zone-based fares at all times — trains are busiest during these hours. Fares do not change by time of day, but expect crowded carriages during rush hour.
Fare Table (EUR)
| Distance | Off-Peak | Peak |
|---|---|---|
| Single AB (2 hours) | €3.50 | €3.50 |
| Single ABC (2 hours) | €4.40 | €4.40 |
| Short trip (3 stops) | €2.40 | €2.40 |
| Day ticket AB | €9.90 | €9.90 |
| Day ticket ABC | €11.20 | €11.20 |
| 7-day ticket AB | €36.00 | €36.00 |
| Deutschlandticket | €58.00/month | €58.00/month |
Payment Cards & Passes
Berlin Welcome Card & Transport Tickets Guide 2026
How to pay for Berlin public transport in 2026 — single tickets, day tickets, the Deutschlandticket, and the Berlin Welcome Card explained.
- Deutschlandticket (€58/month) — unlimited transport across all of Germany including Berlin.
- Day ticket AB (€9.90) covers unlimited U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram, and bus for the day.
- Berlin Welcome Card includes transport + 200+ museum/attraction discounts.
Tips to Save Money
- Use the Berlin Welcome Card & Transport Tickets instead of buying a single-journey ticket every time — it's faster and usually cheaper.
- Travel off-peak — No peak fare surcharge — flat zone-based fares at all times. Fares are lower and trains are less crowded outside these hours.
- The metro is always cheaper than taxis for the airport journey — see the airport connection guide for fares and timings.
- Check the Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) official website for any promotional passes or tourist cards that may offer unlimited travel for a fixed period.
- Plan journeys using the official app — some operators offer digital tickets that are slightly cheaper than physical tokens.
Fares are indicative and subject to change. Always verify current fares at the Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) official website.