Public transport in Berlin

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The metropolis Berlin has an excellent transportation system that enables people to get around effortless in the city. The fastest public conveyance in Berlin is the U-Bahn and the S-Bahn, which over one million individuals use on a daily bases. Tourists are recommended to buy the Welcome Card because it can be used for all means of public transport. This is, indeed, a benefit, as travelers do not have to buy individual tickets; thus, they can save some money.

Berlin's U-Bahn (subway) was opened in 1902 and consists of a total of 173 stations. Currently there are 10 U-Bahn lines in the metropolis, and the trains run every two minutes; thus, one does not need to wait too long. The entrance and exit points of the U-Bahn are carefully marked. However, it is advisable to get a road map before going on a ride. This helps to determine where the individual trains stop and lead to. The U-Bahn is a remarkable way to get around in Berlin and the ideal transportation for visitors who want to see as many sights as possible.

The S-Bahn is another fancied public conveyance in Berlin, and one can recognize it on its red, and yellow color. Overall, the S-Bahn has 15 different lines, which transport the passengers even to the rural regions outside of the city. The rail network is 206 miles long, and the trains run every 5 minutes during rush hour. On weekends, the S-Bahn is around the clock in use because many people like to go on a get-away.

Berlin also has a well-functioning bus network that makes it possible to reach all districts of the city. Since a few years, Berlin also established a public transportation system for nighttime. This way, everybody who wants to support the environment by taking the bus instead of the car, can still enjoy a night out in town. Berlin provides over 6.000 taxis, which can be found at the airport, at metro terminals and in the city center. However, Berlin's cabs are often used only for short distances.

Another special feature of public conveyance in Berlin is the MetroTram; a complement to the S-Bahn and U-Bahn network. This unusual vehicle can be recognized by the letter X on its front screen, and it runs all day in 10-minute intervals. The metro lines also include the Metrobus, which is identified by the letter M and arrives every 10 minutes, too.

Furthermore, exist long-distance and regional train stations in Berlin, and most visitors enter the city through the new Berlin Central Station. The metropolis offers a wide variety of public transportation, and it is up to the tourist to decide which type of conveyance suits him best. Although the public transportation in Berlin is safe, a tourist should always be extra careful when in a foreign city. Therefore, it is best to use the public lines in company of a friend or family member.