How long does it take from Potsdamer Platz to Alexanderplatz by metro?

The journey from Potsdamer Platz to Alexanderplatz takes approximately 11 minutes by Berlin U-Bahn, covering 5.18 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Potsdamer Platz to Alexanderplatz?

The token fare from Potsdamer Platz to Alexanderplatz 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 Potsdamer Platz for Alexanderplatz?

At Potsdamer Platz, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Pankow. Look for the electronic board showing "Pankow".

What is the last train from Potsdamer Platz to Alexanderplatz?

The last train from Potsdamer Platz towards Pankow departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Alexanderplatz back towards Potsdamer Platz departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Potsdamer Platz to Alexanderplatz?

There are 4 stops between Potsdamer Platz and Alexanderplatz on the U2. The stations are: Potsdamer Platz, Mohrenstraße, Stadtmitte, Klosterstraße, Alexanderplatz.

Potsdamer Platz To Alexanderplatz

ShortestShortest Route

Potsdamer Platz

Platform 2·underground·U2Towards Pankow

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Mohrenstraße

+2.85 min

2.85 min · 1.29 km

Stadtmitte

purple interchange

+5.71 min

2.86 min · 1.3 km

Klosterstraße

+8.56 min

2.85 min · 1.29 km

Alexanderplatz

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.18 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

11 min

Total time

stops

5.18 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Potsdamer Platz	05:00	23:00	Towards Pankow
Alexanderplatz	04:30	00:30	Towards Potsdamer Platz

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

0.70 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.32 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~21 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€3.5

Bike

€42

Auto

€92

Cab

€164

Estimates for 5.18 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PankowRuhleben

Warschauer StraßeUhlandstraße

Alt-TegelAlt-Mariendorf

WittenauHermannstraße

Departure station

Potsdamer Platz

underground

Potsdamer Platz, Berlin, Germany

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival 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