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

The journey from Potsdamer Platz to Schlesisches Tor takes approximately 18 minutes by Berlin U-Bahn, covering 5.38 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Potsdamer Platz to Schlesisches Tor?

The token fare from Potsdamer Platz to Schlesisches 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 Potsdamer Platz for Schlesisches Tor?

At Potsdamer Platz, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Ruhleben. Look for the electronic board showing "Ruhleben".

What is the last train from Potsdamer Platz to Schlesisches Tor?

The last train from Potsdamer Platz towards Ruhleben departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Schlesisches Tor back towards Potsdamer Platz departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Potsdamer Platz to Schlesisches Tor?

There are 6 stops between Potsdamer Platz and Schlesisches Tor on the U2. The stations are: Potsdamer Platz, Gleisdreieck.

Potsdamer Platz To Schlesisches Tor

ShortestShortest Route

Potsdamer Platz

Platform 1·underground·U2Towards Ruhleben

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

Gleisdreieck

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.29 km

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

interchange Gleisdreieck — 5 min

Platform 1 · U1 ·Platform 3 Towards Warschauer Straße

+5 min

Gleisdreieck

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·U1Towards Warschauer Straße

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

Hallesches Tor

purple interchange

+1.99 min

1.99 min · 0.82 km

Prinzenstraße

+3.98 min

1.99 min · 0.82 km

Kottbusser Tor

blue interchange

+5.97 min

1.99 min · 0.82 km

Görlitzer Bahnhof

+7.94 min

1.97 min · 0.81 km

Schlesisches Tor

Arrive Platform 2·underground4.09 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

18 min

Total time

stops

5.38 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Potsdamer Platz	05:00	23:00	Towards Ruhleben
Schlesisches Tor	05:00	23:00	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

0.73 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.33 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~22 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€3.5

Bike

€42

Auto

€94

Cab

€168

Estimates for 5.38 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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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

Schlesisches Tor

underground

Schlesisches Tor, Berlin, Germany

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines