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How to Get from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Museum Island

Berlin Brandenburg Airport is 24.9 km southeast of Museum Island. Depending on your choice, the door-to-door trip takes about 30 minutes by pre-booked car, 35 minutes by train plus U-Bahn, or around 50 minutes by direct S-Bahn.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 24.9 km road distance

Private Transfer

Door-to-Door
30 mins •Pre-Booked / On Arrival
€65 - €80 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Meet your driver in the arrivals hall after baggage claim; they will hold a sign with your name.
  2. Follow the driver to the pre-booked vehicle at the designated pickup lane or parking area.
  3. Confirm Museum Island as your destination and that the price is fixed before departure.
  4. Ride directly to the Museum Island area; the driver will drop you at the nearest vehicle access point, usually beside the Lustgarten or Am Kupfergraben.
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Official Airport Taxi

Metered
35 mins •24/7, On Demand
€55 - €70 (Metered, Per Vehicle)
Luggage: Varies by Vehicle
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to the official taxi rank outside Arrivals at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2.
  2. Queue at the rank and tell the driver you are going to Museum Island.
  3. Ask the driver to confirm the meter is on and includes the €1.50 BER airport rank surcharge.
  4. Ride for about 35–50 minutes; ask to be dropped at the nearest vehicle access point to Museum Island, e.g. Am Kupfergraben or Unter den Linden.

Train + U5 Metro (Fastest Public Transport)

Cheapest & Fastest Public
35 mins •Every 15 Mins (FEX), then U5 Frequent
€5.00 / Person
Luggage: Regular Luggage Space on FEX
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to the Flughafen BER railway station beneath Terminal 1 (also accessible from T2).
  2. Buy a VBB Berlin ABC single ticket for €5.00 at a machine, in the BVG/DB app, or validate a pre-bought ticket.
  3. Take the FEX (Flughafen-Express) towards Berlin Hauptbahnhof and get off there after about 23 minutes.
  4. At Hauptbahnhof, transfer to U5 in the direction Alexanderplatz and alight at Museumsinsel station.
  5. Exit at Museumsinsel and walk 2–3 minutes to the Museum Island entrance.

S-Bahn S9 + Short Walk

No Transfer
50 mins •Every 20 Mins
€5.00 / Person
Luggage: Basic Luggage Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to the Flughafen BER railway station beneath Terminal 1.
  2. Buy a Berlin ABC single ticket for €5.00 and validate it if required.
  3. Take the S9 towards Spandau and stay on board for about 42–45 minutes.
  4. Get off at Hackescher Markt and follow signs towards Museum Island / Lustgarten.
  5. Walk about 8–10 minutes along Burgstraße and over the bridge to Museum Island.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Ignore touts in arrivals offering 'cheap taxis'; use the official taxi rank or your pre-booked transfer only.
  • Make sure the taxi meter is running and includes the €1.50 BER airport rank surcharge before you set off.
  • Do not accept fixed-price taxi offers at BER; the airport uses the metered tariff and fixed pre-booking from the rank is not guaranteed.
  • For public transport, buy tickets from official machines or the BVG/DB app, and validate paper tickets before boarding to avoid fines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from BER to Museum Island?

The cheapest way is any public transport option using a Berlin ABC single ticket for €5.00. The S9 S-Bahn requires no transfer, while the FEX plus U5 is faster but involves changing at Hauptbahnhof.

How long does it take to get from BER to Museum Island?

A pre-booked private transfer takes about 30 minutes in normal traffic. The FEX plus U5 takes about 35 minutes, and the S9 to Hackescher Markt plus a short walk takes around 50 minutes.

Is there a direct train from BER to Museum Island?

There is no train that stops directly at Museum Island itself. The S9 goes to Hackescher Markt, about an 8–10 minute walk away, or you can take the FEX to Hauptbahnhof and change to U5 to Museumsinsel station.

Can I pay by card for airport transport tickets?

Yes, VBB ticket machines at the airport station and the BVG/DB apps accept card payments. Taxis generally accept cards, but it is wise to confirm with the driver before starting the journey.

Which option is best for families with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer is easiest for families with luggage because it is door-to-door from the arrivals hall to Museum Island. The FEX has luggage space but requires a change to U5.

How much is a taxi from BER to Museum Island?

A metered taxi from the official airport rank typically costs between €55 and €70, including the €1.50 BER airport surcharge, and takes about 35–50 minutes depending on traffic.

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