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

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) lies about 23 km southeast of Friedrichshain. The fastest door-to-door options are taxi or pre-booked transfer at 27 minutes in normal traffic, while the S9 and regional trains reach the district in 30–35 minutes from €5.00.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 23.3 km road distance

Pre-Booked Private Transfer

Recommended
27 mins •On Request
€55 - €75 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After baggage claim, follow signs to Arrivals and meet your pre-booked driver holding a name board.
  2. Confirm your drop-off address in Friedrichshain and let the driver help with luggage.
  3. Leave Terminal 1/2 by car and take the A113/A100/B96a route.
  4. Arrive at your Friedrichshain address in about 27 minutes without heavy traffic.
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Official Airport Taxi

24/7 Rank
27 mins •24/7 at Rank
€50 - €65 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2; follow the signs to the official taxi rank.
  2. Join the queue and ignore people offering rides inside the terminal.
  3. Ask the driver to start the meter at €4.30 and confirm the €1.50 airport surcharge will be added.
  4. The 23.3 km ride takes about 27 minutes in normal traffic; expect 35–40 minutes in heavy traffic.
  5. Pay by cash or card; ask before the ride if you must pay by card.

S-Bahn S9 to Warschauer Straße

Direct Train
35 mins •Every 20 Mins
€5.00 / Person
Luggage: Luggage Space Available
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to Flughafen BER station underneath Terminal 1.
  2. Buy a VBB ABC single ticket for €5.00 at a machine or in the DB/BVG app; validate paper tickets if required.
  3. Board S-Bahn S9 in the direction of Spandau via Ostkreuz and Alexanderplatz.
  4. Get off at S Warschauer Straße after about 35 minutes; it is in Friedrichshain.
  5. Walk from the station to your final address.

Regional Train RB24/RB32 to Ostkreuz

Fastest Public Train
30 mins •Every 30 Mins (Combined)
€5.00 / Person
Luggage: Luggage Space Available
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to Flughafen BER station underneath Terminal 1.
  2. Buy a VBB ABC single ticket for €5.00 at a machine or in the DB/BVG app; validate paper tickets if required.
  3. Board regional train RB24 or RB32 from the airport station to Ostkreuz.
  4. Get off at Ostkreuz after about 20 minutes; the station is in Friedrichshain.
  5. Walk 10–15 minutes into central Friedrichshain or continue one stop on the S9 to Warschauer Straße.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use only the official taxi rank outside Arrivals; touts inside the terminal may offer unlicensed rides and overcharge.
  • Make sure the taxi meter starts at €4.30 and adds the €1.50 airport surcharge; do not accept a fixed flat fare from the BER rank.
  • Buy public transport tickets only from official machines or the DB/BVG apps; paper tickets must be validated before boarding.
  • The FEX, regional trains, S-Bahn and U-Bahn all use the normal €5.00 ABC ticket without an airport surcharge; ignore anyone selling a separate “airport express” ticket.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from BER to Friedrichshain?

Take S-Bahn S9 or regional trains RB24/RB32 with a VBB ABC single ticket for €5.00. The S9 goes directly to Warschauer Straße, while the RB trains stop at Ostkreuz in Friedrichshain.

How long does it take to get from BER to Friedrichshain?

By taxi or private car about 27 minutes in normal traffic. By S-Bahn S9 about 35 minutes to Warschauer Straße, or by RB24/RB32 about 20 minutes to Ostkreuz plus a short walk.

Are taxis available at night from BER?

Yes, official taxis operate 24/7 from ranks outside Arrivals. The S9 night service runs every 30 minutes on Friday/Saturday and Saturday/Sunday nights.

Can I pay by card on public transport and in taxis?

Ticket machines and apps accept cards. Most taxis accept cards but ask before starting the ride, and keep some euros as backup.

Is the ABC ticket valid on the FEX and regional trains from BER?

Yes, the €5.00 VBB ABC single ticket is valid on FEX, RE/RB, S-Bahn, U-Bahn and buses. The only airport bus with an extra surcharge is BER2.

Which option is best for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer or official taxi is easiest, with door-to-door drop-off and no need to manage luggage on trains. Private transfers can be booked in advance.

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