How long does it take from Gesundbrunnen to Ruhleben by metro?

The journey from Gesundbrunnen to Ruhleben takes approximately 49 minutes by Berlin U-Bahn, covering 19.77 km across 16 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gesundbrunnen to Ruhleben?

The token fare from Gesundbrunnen to Ruhleben 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 Gesundbrunnen for Ruhleben?

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

What is the last train from Gesundbrunnen to Ruhleben?

The last train from Gesundbrunnen towards Hermannstraße departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Ruhleben back towards Gesundbrunnen departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Gesundbrunnen to Ruhleben?

There are 16 stops between Gesundbrunnen and Ruhleben on the U8. The stations are: Gesundbrunnen, Bernauer Straße, Rosenthaler Platz, Weinmeisterstraße, Alexanderplatz.

Gesundbrunnen To Ruhleben

ShortestShortest Route

Gesundbrunnen

Platform 1·underground·U8Towards Hermannstraße

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

Bernauer Straße

+2.43 min

2.43 min · 1.06 km

Rosenthaler Platz

+4.86 min

2.43 min · 1.06 km

Weinmeisterstraße

+7.29 min

2.43 min · 1.06 km

Alexanderplatz

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.24 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

Ernst-Reuter-Platz

+28.54 min

2.85 min · 1.29 km

Bismarckstraße

+31.4 min

2.86 min · 1.3 km

Ruhleben

Arrive Platform 1·underground15.53 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

49 min

Total time

stops

19.77 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Gesundbrunnen	05:00	23:00	Towards Hermannstraße
Ruhleben	04:30	00:30	Towards Gesundbrunnen

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

2.67 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.23 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~79 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€3.5

Bike

€128

Auto

€268

Cab

€484

Estimates for 19.77 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Gesundbrunnen

underground

Gesundbrunnen, Berlin, Germany

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Ruhleben

underground

Ruhleben, Berlin, Germany

Weekdays: 04:30 – 00:30(Sundays from 04:30)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Ruhleben exit 1· Ruhleben area♿

Ruhleben exit 2· Ruhleben area♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines