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

The journey from Rosenthaler Platz to Potsdamer Platz takes approximately 21 minutes by Berlin U-Bahn, covering 7.3 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Rosenthaler Platz to Potsdamer Platz?

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

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

What is the last train from Rosenthaler Platz to Potsdamer Platz?

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

How many stops from Rosenthaler Platz to Potsdamer Platz?

There are 6 stops between Rosenthaler Platz and Potsdamer Platz on the U8. The stations are: Rosenthaler Platz, Weinmeisterstraße, Alexanderplatz.

Rosenthaler Platz To Potsdamer Platz

ShortestShortest Route

Rosenthaler Platz

Platform 1·underground·U8Towards Hermannstraße

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

Weinmeisterstraße

+2.43 min

2.43 min · 1.06 km

Alexanderplatz

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.12 km

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

interchange Alexanderplatz — 5 min

Platform 3 · U2 ·Platform 1 Towards Pankow

+5 min

Alexanderplatz

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·U2Towards Pankow

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

Klosterstraße

+2.86 min

2.86 min · 1.3 km

Stadtmitte

purple interchange

+5.71 min

2.85 min · 1.29 km

Mohrenstraße

+8.57 min

2.86 min · 1.3 km

Potsdamer Platz

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.18 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

21 min

Total time

stops

7.3 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Rosenthaler Platz	05:00	23:00	Towards Hermannstraße
Potsdamer Platz	05:00	23:00	Towards Rosenthaler 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

0.99 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.45 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~29 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€3.5

Bike

€54

Auto

€118

Cab

€210

Estimates for 7.3 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

Rosenthaler Platz

underground

Rosenthaler Platz, Berlin, Germany

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival 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