There are 5 ways to get from Alexanderplatz station to Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) by train, bus, taxi or foot
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train via U Osloer Str. • 19 min
Cheapest option
Train, line 123 bus • 36 min
3 alternative options
Train • 21 min
Taxi • 10 min
Walk • 1h 9m
Alexanderplatz station to Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) by train
The train journey time between Alexanderplatz station and Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) is around 19 min and covers a distance of around 9 km. This includes an average layover time of around 3 min. Operated by BVG, the Alexanderplatz station to Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) train service departs from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arrives in U Birkenstr.. Typically 1551 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Travel safe during COVID-19
Rules to follow in Germany
1.5m
Mandatory
Travel within Germany
Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
Observe COVID-19 safety rules
COVID-19 help in Germany
If you need help, visit the national COVID-19 website or call the COVID-19 Helpline 116 117
Frequently Asked Questions
There are currently travel restrictions within Germany.
Explore options for future travelDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) is 116 117.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 116 117.
Last updated: 24 Jan 2023
Exceptions may apply, for full details: Robert Koch Institute.
We're working around the clock to bring you the latest COVID-19 travel updates.
This information is compiled from official sources. To the best of our knowledge, it is correct as of the last update.
Visit Rome2rio travel advice for general help.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Alexanderplatz station to Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) is to train which costs €3 - €7 and takes 21 min.
The quickest way to get from Alexanderplatz station to Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) is to taxi which costs €17 - €22 and takes 10 min.
No, there is no direct train from Alexanderplatz station to Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn). However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at U Birkenstr. via U Osloer Str.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19 min.
The distance between Alexanderplatz station and Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) is 5 km.
The best way to get from Alexanderplatz station to Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) without a car is to train via U Osloer Str. which takes 19 min and costs €4 - €6.
It takes approximately 19 min to get from Alexanderplatz station to Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn), including transfers.
Alexanderplatz station to Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) train services, operated by BVG, depart from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf station.
Alexanderplatz station to Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) train services, operated by BVG, arrive at U Birkenstr. station.
There are 630+ hotels available in Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn). Prices start at €87 per night.

- Distance: 4.9 km
- Duration: 19 min
What companies run services between Alexanderplatz station, Germany and Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn), Berlin, Germany?
You can take a train from Alexanderplatz station to Birkenstraße (Berlin U-Bahn) via U Osloer Str. in around 19 min.

- Phone
- 030/256-0
- info@bvg.de
- Website
- bvg.de
Train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to U Osloer Str.
- Ave. Duration
- 10 min
- Frequency
- Every 5 minutes
- Estimated price
- €2 - €3
- Website
- BVG
Train from U Osloer Str. to U Birkenstr.
- Ave. Duration
- 6 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- €2 - €3
- Website
- BVG
Train from S+U Zoologischer Garten Bhf to U Birkenstr.
- Ave. Duration
- 5 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- €2 - €3
- Website
- BVG

Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 311682904
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to S+U Zoologischer Garten Bhf
- Ave. Duration
- 13 min
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Estimated price
- €2 - €3
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn Regional
Train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 6 min
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Estimated price
- €1 - €3
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn Regional

- Phone
- +49 30 514888888
- info@odeg.de
- Website
- odeg.de
Train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to S+U Zoologischer Garten Bhf
- Ave. Duration
- 14 min
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Estimated price
- €1 - €2
- Website
- ODEG
Train from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Berlin Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 5 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- €1
- Website
- ODEG

- Phone
- 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.de
Train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to S+U Zoologischer Garten Bhf
- Ave. Duration
- 14 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €2 - €4
- Website
- Bahn DE

- Phone
- +49 30 29743333
- Website
- sbahn.berlin
Train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 6 min
- Frequency
- Every 5 minutes
- Estimated price
- €2 - €3
- Website
- S-Bahn Berlin

- Phone
- 030/256-0
- info@bvg.de
- Website
- bvg.de
Bus from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Stromstr.
- Ave. Duration
- 11 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €2 - €3
- Website
- BVG
- Ave. Duration
- 10 min
- Estimated price
- €17 - €22
Taxi Berlin
- Phone
- +49 30 202020
- Website
- taxi-berlin.de
Talixo
- Phone
- +49 30/346497360
- Website
- talixo.com
Radio Cab Berlin
- Phone
- +49 30 3416908
- Website
- funk-taxi-berlin.de
Want to know more about travelling around Germany
Rome2rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.