Berlin BER airport to the city centre: train, S-Bahn or taxi

In short: The FEX express train links BER airport to the main station (Hauptbahnhof) in about twenty minutes; regional trains and the S-Bahn also serve the centre. Buy a ticket valid for zones A, B and C: the airport is in zone C.

Your options

FEX express train

The FEX leaves from the airport’s underground station and reaches the main station in about twenty minutes, with stops in the centre.

Regional trains and S-Bahn

Regional trains and S-Bahn lines also serve the centre and neighbourhoods; the S-Bahn is slower but stops often.

Taxi and booked transfer

The airport is far from the centre: a taxi is comfortable but slow at rush hour. A booked transfer is handy at night or with children.

Our tips

1. Buy the right ticket: an A-B ticket is not enough from the airport, which is in zone C; validate it before boarding if required.
2. Check your arrival airport and terminal: some cities have several, far apart.
3. Plan the journey before you leave: offline map and the exact address of your accommodation.
4. Have mobile data as soon as you land (eSIM or a suitable plan) to follow your route or call a ride.
5. Late arrival, children or bulky luggage: a booked transfer saves waiting and changes.
6. Beware of unofficial drivers approaching travellers in the arrivals hall: use the official taxi rank.

What next?

To choose your area, see Where to stay in Berlin; for sightseeing, Things to do in Berlin. All our tips for the country: Travel in Germany.