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How to Get from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Berlin Mitte

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) is about 27 km south-east of central Berlin Mitte. By taxi or pre-booked car the drive takes from 33 minutes; by S-Bahn or FEX train plus a short metro or walk it takes about 40-50 minutes.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 26.9 km road distance

Pre-Booked Private Transfer

Door-to-Door
35 mins •On Request (24/7)
€75 - €95 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces + Hand Luggage
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to Arrivals at Terminal 1 or 2 and meet your driver in the arrivals hall with a name board.
  2. Confirm your destination as Berlin Mitte and the fixed price before leaving.
  3. Board the private vehicle outside the terminal; the driver loads the luggage.
  4. Drive via the A113/B96a into central Berlin; ask the driver to use the most direct route.
  5. Get dropped off at your hotel or exact address in Berlin Mitte.
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Official Airport Taxi

Metered Taxi
40 mins •Available 24/7
€60 - €75 (Metered)
Luggage: Up to 4 Bags
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals at Terminal 1 or 2 and follow the signs to the official taxi rank.
  2. Join the official queue; ignore anyone offering a taxi inside the terminal.
  3. Tell the driver "Berlin Mitte" and confirm the meter is switched on.
  4. Ask for an approximate fare before departure; the airport surcharge is included on the meter.
  5. Pay by cash or card at the end and ask for a receipt.

FEX Train + U5 Metro

Fast Train + Metro
40 mins •Every 15 Mins
€5.00 / Person
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to "Flughafen BER" station beneath Terminal 1 from Arrivals.
  2. Buy an ABC single ticket (5.00 EUR) at a machine or use the BVG/DB app before boarding.
  3. Board the FEX (Flughafen-Express) train towards Berlin Hauptbahnhof.
  4. Get off at Berlin Hauptbahnhof after about 23 minutes.
  5. Follow signs to U5, take an eastbound U5 two stops to Brandenburger Tor or Museumsinsel, then walk to central Berlin Mitte.

S-Bahn S9 Direct

Direct Train
45 mins •Every 20 Mins
€5.00 / Person
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to "Flughafen BER" station underneath Terminal 1.
  2. Buy an ABC single ticket (5.00 EUR) at a machine or in the BVG/DB app; validate paper ticket if needed.
  3. Take the S9 S-Bahn toward Spandau.
  4. Stay on for about 40-45 minutes and get off at Hackescher Markt or Friedrichstraße in central Berlin Mitte.
  5. Exit and walk 5-10 minutes to your hotel or final address.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Only use the official taxi rank outside Arrivals; ignore touts inside the terminal offering unofficial rides.
  • Make sure the taxi meter is running and displays the BER airport tariff (Tarifstufe 3); fixed prices from the airport are not officially available on the taxi rank.
  • Buy train tickets only from machines or the BVG/DB apps; paper ABC tickets must be stamped before boarding if they do not already show a time.
  • Drivers may claim they can beat the meter with a cash deal; refuse and pay by card or get a metered receipt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from BER to Berlin Mitte?

The cheapest way is by train with an ABC single ticket costing 5.00 EUR. The S9 goes direct to Hackescher Markt and Friedrichstraße, while the FEX to Hauptbahnhof connects to U5 for central Mitte; both are covered by the same ticket.

How long does it take to get from BER to Berlin Mitte?

By taxi or pre-booked transfer, allow about 35-50 minutes depending on traffic. By train, allow about 40-50 minutes including transfers and walking.

Are taxis available at night from BER?

Yes, official taxis at the Terminal 1 and 2 ranks operate 24/7. The S9 also runs every 30 minutes on Friday/Saturday and Saturday/Sunday nights to and from Schöneweide; check the current VBB timetable for evening and night coverage into central Mitte.

How do I pay for the train at BER?

Buy an ABC single ticket for 5.00 EUR at BVG or DB machines or in the BVG/DB apps. Paper tickets from machines must be validated before boarding, and the ticket is valid on FEX, RE/RB, S9, U5 and buses in zones A, B and C.

Which option is best for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer is usually best because it is door-to-door, has space for luggage and avoids train changes with bags. Taxis are also convenient but have limited boot space for large groups.

Is there a direct bus from BER to Berlin Mitte?

No direct airport bus serves central Berlin Mitte. The BER2 bus goes to Teltow and Potsdam, not to Mitte; the best public transport is the S9 S-Bahn direct or the FEX plus U5 metro.

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More transfers from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

Brandenburg Gate · 27.2 km Museum Island · 24.9 km Berlin Hauptbahnhof · 28.6 km Checkpoint Charlie · 26.1 km Potsdamer Platz · 26.4 km Alexanderplatz · 25.5 km Kreuzberg · 22.7 km Prenzlauer Berg · 27.2 km Berlin Ostbahnhof · 23.5 km East Side Gallery · 22.9 km

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