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There are a number of different ways to get to Berlin but travelling by bus has many benefits. By travelling with FlixBus, you can save money with our cheap bus tickets and you can do your part in saving the environment, as bus travel is the most environmentally-friendly method!
It's really easy to buy a bus ticket to Berlin with FlixBus: you can book online on our website simply selecting your departure and arrival cities, and picking your favourite date to travel. The best way to find cheap tickets though is by using the free FlixBus App and keep your ticket always in your pocket!
There are 13 bus stops in Berlin. The stops are Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg), Terminal 1/2, Berlin Alexanderplatz, Berlin S-Treptower Park (Puschkinallee), Berlin Wannsee (Station Wannsee), Berlin central bus station, Berlin Alt-Tegel (metro station), Berlin Südkreuz train station, Berlin zoo train station.
Buses are one of the most convenient ways to travel and FlixBus is among the cheapest to get to Berlin! Depending on where you are travelling from, tickets to Berlin cost on average $4.99, but if you book in advance or during the week getting to Berlin with FlixBus can cost as little as $4.99!
Using your FlixBus ticket to go to Berlin is easy! If you booked online, you must have received a PDF booking confirmation via e-mail containing a QR code which serves as your bus ticket. If you booked through the FlixBus App instead, your ticket is automatically stored there. In both cases, no need to print the ticket: simply show it digitally to the driver and you are ready to board the bus, sit back and relax.
You can reserve a seat on your journey to Berlin during the booking process. Subject to availability, you can choose your seat from a number of categories, including panorama seats - for a better view during your trip, table seats - for more comfort and bed seats - ideal for a restful journey. Check out our seat reservation price list for more information.
We offer several payment methods for purchasing your ticket securily. You can choose among card payment, Paypal, Google Pay and many more. Once in the payment section, you will be able to see all the available options and pick your preferred one. If you are having difficulties with payment, check out our help page about payments. If you buy your bus ticket onboard or at a sales point you are also given the option to pay cash.

Things to do in Berlin

About Berlin

With over 3 million inhabitants, Berlin is the second biggest city in the European Union. Berlin is a popular cosmopolitan city with a vibrant culture and a profound scientific basis. The passengers who travel to Berlin can attend numerous music events or take advantage of countless sightseeing opportunities. Directly on the river Spree, between Reichstag and Prenzlauer Berg, you can experience the “big city life” where bus passengers can gain an insight into the rich history of Berlin. The political and parliamentary establishments don’t only show the important political buildings of the federal republic but also the fascinating everyday economy and culture that runs through the city. FlixBus connects hundreds of popular european cities to Berlin, so you can travel directly and comfortably from cities all over Europe to the German capital. As soon as your bus arrives at one of our bus stops in Berlin, you can begin your sightseeing tour: you should by no means miss the Brandenburg Gate, Alexander Platz or Checkpoint Charlie. For those who would like to shop, the city center is the place for you; Potsdamer Platz Arkaden, KaDeWe and Kurfürstendamm are the most popular spots for any shoppers - check out shopping trips page for more tips about where to shop in Berlin!

What to do in Berlin in October?

You are planning a trip to Berlin in October? The German capital has a lot to offer even in the autumn! The official celebration of the German Unification Day, Festival of Lights and a mini Oktoberfest are only some of the many events that take place in Berlin in October.

  • The Day of German Unity, celebrated on the 3rd of October, is an event that brings together Germans and tourists alike. Due to its international importance, every year millions of people from all over the world come to Berlin to take part in this tremendous celebration. If you are in Berlin in the beginning of October, passing by the Brandenburg Gate and taking part in the celebration is a must.
  • The Festival of Lights is a typical Berlin event that takes place over a week in October (for 2016: 07.10-16.10). During this period, all main monuments of the city are illuminated with different light themes. Insider tip: if you take the local bus 100 (from the Zoo to Alexanderplatz), you will be able to see all major illuminations & you don’t need to walk.
  • If you are up to some beer while enjoying an Oktoberfest atmosphere but you don’t have the opportunity to go to Munich, Berlin got you covered! Every year Alexanderplatz (the main square of Berlin) transforms into a small Theresienwiese.

Places of Interest in Berlin

The Reichstag building, the Museum Island and the Brandenburg Gate offer our travelers a variety of culture - a bus trip to Berlin offers every traveler something special. Across from the Federal Chancellary you will be able to see the Reichstag. This building is known for its abstract glass architecture and its glass ball, not only this but it is in the perfect location to enjoy the magnificent panorama of the city - a must for when your bus arrives in Berlin. More than 15 million people have visited the Reichstag, making it the most visited sightseeing attraction in Berlin. The city center is only a few minutes away. After you visit the Reichstag and have a stroll around the city center, you should visit the Brandenburg Gate. The Brandenburg Gate is considered a landmark amongst international visitors, but it is also considered a symbol of German freedom after the fall of the Berlin wall and the reunification of Germany. There is always an event taking place at the Brandenburg Gate, which was built between 1788 and 1791: New Year parties, street festivals, concerts (to mention just a few!). Continuing in the southern direction of Berlin is Potsdamer Platz. Bus travelers should expect to see the American Embassy and the Holocaust Memorial. Across from here is the zoo, where you can relax in one of the large gardens or in one of the cafés. Then why not take a walk to Potsdamer Platz; more commonly used than any other venue for all kinds of different Berlin events, for example the Berlinale.

Culture and History of Berlin

Berlin is the biggest city in Germany, with 3.3 million in habitants it is the capital city and the home of the government. Not to mention one of the most popular cities in Europe, especially amongst our bus passengers! Berlin is rich in history and is also known as: the capital of Brandenburg, Prussia (from 1949 to 1989), the GDR, and now the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany. The city offers its inhabitant’s high recreational value due to its attractive location surrounded by countless lakes. Our bus passengers may notice the two rivers running through the capital, forming a network of waterways that gives you ample opportunity to swim in the great outdoors - a perfect destination for a summer bus trip. Berlin is also known as a cosmopolitan city. More importantly, however, the German capital is the transportation hub of Europe - giving you yet another reason to travel by bus to Berlin. Culturally, the city is unique in all of its diversity and has a lot to offer in science and academia due to its diverse universities and world famous Charité.

Nightlife in Berlin

A special dinner in a unique restaurant, some fruity cocktails in a hip bar, or a night out partying with tourists and locals alike - Berlin has you covered! You will find an outstanding choice of ethnic restaurants offering high class catering. Choose from many multi cultural and versatile menus. For example, ‘Marooush’ is an oriental dream with shows, a shisha lounge, and a cocktail bar. The restaurant's grill menu meets the highest gourmet standards and also offers excellent wines imported from Morocco and Lebanon. After 23:00 the restaurant transforms into an almost palace like club where you can dance to oriental music. For those who want to enjoy Berlin nightlife and its great parties, you have a lot of choice. From relaxing clubs and bars around the Savignyplatz to trendy clubs in Kreuzberg or Friedrichshain - there really is something for every taste. If you would like to meet celebrities, you should not miss paying a visit to the "Bocca di Bacco" restaurant. Demi Moore and Matt Damon have been rumored to dine here. At the "Grill Royal" Penelope Cruz enjoys the Steak de Luxe, while Barack Obama and Tom Cruise prefer to visit the "Borchert Restaurant." We offer your low cost bus travel so that you can splash out on gourmet dining with the stars! An absolute must is a visit to the “Puro Sky Lounge” which offers a 360-degree view of Berlin. On 11 Tauentzienstraße you will find the Lounge club on the 20th floor, for electro and house music fans. Other ‘penthouse style’ clubs are “40-Seconds” and “Solar,” where you can find many different events. You could also party at the Lichtpark, for our younger bus passengers.

Interesting Facts about Berlin

✌ German Comic Con is coming ✌

October 15th & 16th will see GERMAN COMIC CON take over Messe Berlin. Meet international stars like Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future), James Marsters (Buffy), Kenny Baker (Star Wars), Natalia Tena and Iain Glen (Game of Thrones). Experience world renowned Cosplays, Authors, Cartoonists, Gamers, Anime and much more. A weekend guaranteed to be jam-packed with entertainment of every kind. There's no better reason to visit the capital! Travel by bus to this crazy event.

More about Berlin

The German capital is an epicenter for politics, economics, sport and culture. With over three million inhabitants, Berlin is the most populous city in Germany as well as being one of the most visited cities in Europe. As a result of Berlin being such an attractive city, we offer you bus travel from numerous different destinations around Germany and Europe. Whether you are looking for a bus trip for a weekend away to escape, a bus trip to explore a new culture, or a longer stay too really discover the Berlin way of life, we provide the bus travel that you require. Between Friedrichstraße and Wannsee, Brandenburger Tor and Prenzlauer Berg there will always be something to catch your eye. As well as all the attractions there are countless international events on large stages and extensive small events in the local area where you can celebrate with travelers and tourists alike. There is no other capital city in Europe that is experiencing a ‘hype’ similar to Berlin. This is in accordance to the many Berlin newcomers from countries all over the world, and also due to the innovation of many young and creative companies, especially in the IT-industry. When you travel by bus to Berlin and arrive into the city, you will immediately feel the vibrant atmosphere. Not only in the new center and in the trend-districts of Berlin, such as Friedrichshain and Prenzlauer Berg, but also in the upper-middle class parts of the city in areas such as: Charlottenburg, Wilmersdorf and Zehlendorf. Here bus travelers and tourists will notice the distinctive ‘upward trend’ of these districts and will experience Berlin at all different angles.

Surrounding Areas of Berlin

Berlin has several surrounding areas that are definitely worth a visit during your stay in the capital, such as Grunewald, Wannsee and Potsdam. Potsdam is the city, where the tourist attraction, the Sansoucci Palace and its surrounding palaces and parks, are located. It is definitely worth a trip to take the Bus from Berlin to this magical place.

Buses to Berlin

Find the cheapest buses to Berlin

Looking for cheap tickets to Berlin? We’ve got you covered with buses to Berlin costing from as little as $4.99 – and you can save even more when you book online in advance. FlixBus runs many connections in Germany and in many other countries so no matter where you’re traveling from, we've got a route suitable for you. Whether you’re in town for a day or a week, hop on board and enjoy traveling in style with our free Wi-Fi and comfortable seats. It’s easy to book your ticket, with purchasing options to suit everyone. Book online, in person at a sales point, or on our FlixBus App. You can also use the App to manage your booking up until you travel, and it’ll act as your ticket too – simply show it to your driver when you board the bus. For the cheapest tickets, book on the App in advance – the earlier you book, the cheaper your ticket will be!

Why travel to Berlin with FlixBus

FlixBus is the cheapest and most convenient way of getting to Berlin. There are 8 stops in Berlin and you can reach them from 363 departure cities. Just check on the FlixBus network whether your city is connected as well! Booking a bus ticket with FlixBus is very simple: you can choose among several different payment methods, such as credit card, Paypal, Google and Apple Pay. Pay in total security online or on the free FlixBus App in advance, or pay in cash if you’re a spur of the moment traveler. In addition, don't forget that traveling by bus is one of the most environmentally-friendly options available, and you can help the planet by offsetting your carbon emissions when you travel with FlixBus!

Onboard services

Traveling to Berlin is a very comfortable experience: once you’re on board your FlixBus, you can sit back, relax and enjoy our services onboard. Our buses are equipped with toilets and power outlets, and to make your experience even nicer they offer free Wi-Fi and an entertainment system, so you can catch up on emails or watch your favorite show as we take you to Berlin. Do you usually like to travel and watch the landscape out of the window? Said and done: when you book your ticket, you can reserve your preferred seat choosing your favorite seating option available, and if you want some more space or privacy, you can even reserve the seat next to you for some extra-comfort! When it comes to luggages, be sure you can bring whatever you want to Berlin as FlixBus offers you one checked bag and one carry-on bag onboard for free included in your ticket!

Onboard services are subject to availability