How long does it take from Alexanderplatz to Kottbusser Tor by metro?

The journey from Alexanderplatz to Kottbusser Tor takes approximately 10 minutes by Berlin U-Bahn, covering 4.23 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Alexanderplatz to Kottbusser Tor?

The token fare from Alexanderplatz to Kottbusser Tor is €3.5. With a smart card the fare is €3.5 (save €0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's €3.5.

Which platform at Alexanderplatz for Kottbusser Tor?

At Alexanderplatz, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Wittenau. Look for the electronic board showing "Wittenau".

What is the last train from Alexanderplatz to Kottbusser Tor?

The last train from Alexanderplatz towards Wittenau departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Kottbusser Tor back towards Alexanderplatz departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Alexanderplatz to Kottbusser Tor?

There are 4 stops between Alexanderplatz and Kottbusser Tor on the U8. The stations are: Alexanderplatz, Jannowitzbrücke, Heinrich-Heine-Straße, Moritzplatz, Kottbusser Tor.

Alexanderplatz To Kottbusser Tor

ShortestShortest Route

Alexanderplatz

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·U8Towards Wittenau

First train: 04:30Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

Jannowitzbrücke

+2.43 min

2.43 min · 1.06 km

Heinrich-Heine-Straße

+4.86 min

2.43 min · 1.06 km

Moritzplatz

+7.27 min

2.41 min · 1.05 km

Kottbusser Tor

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.23 km

First train: 04:30Last train: 00:30

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

10 min

Total time

stops

4.23 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Alexanderplatz	04:30	00:30	Towards Wittenau
Kottbusser Tor	04:30	00:30	Towards Alexanderplatz

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

€3.5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

€3.5

Save €0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

€3.5

Save €0 per ride

Use your Berlin U-Bahn smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.57 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.26 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~17 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€3.5

Bike

€36

Auto

€80

Cab

€144

Estimates for 4.23 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Warschauer StraßeUhlandstraße

Alt-TegelAlt-Mariendorf

WittenauHermannstraße

Departure station

Alexanderplatz

underground

Alexanderplatz, Berlin, Germany

Weekdays: 04:30 – 00:30(Sundays from 04:30)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Alexanderplatz exit 1· Alexanderplatz, TV Tower♿

Alexanderplatz exit 2· Alexanderplatz, TV Tower♿

Alexanderplatz exit 3· Alexanderplatz, TV Tower♿

Alexanderplatz exit 4· Alexanderplatz, TV Tower♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Kottbusser Tor

underground

Kottbusser Tor, Berlin, Germany

Weekdays: 04:30 – 00:30(Sundays from 04:30)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Kottbusser Tor exit 1· Kottbusser Tor area♿

Kottbusser Tor exit 2· Kottbusser Tor area♿

Kottbusser Tor exit 3· Kottbusser Tor area♿

Kottbusser Tor exit 4· Kottbusser Tor area♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access