How long does it take from Kurt-Schumacher-Platz to Potsdamer Platz by metro?

The journey from Kurt-Schumacher-Platz to Potsdamer Platz takes approximately 37 minutes by Berlin U-Bahn, covering 14.3 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kurt-Schumacher-Platz to Potsdamer Platz?

The token fare from Kurt-Schumacher-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 Kurt-Schumacher-Platz for Potsdamer Platz?

At Kurt-Schumacher-Platz, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Alt-Mariendorf. Look for the electronic board showing "Alt-Mariendorf".

What is the last train from Kurt-Schumacher-Platz to Potsdamer Platz?

The last train from Kurt-Schumacher-Platz towards Alt-Mariendorf departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Potsdamer Platz back towards Kurt-Schumacher-Platz departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Kurt-Schumacher-Platz to Potsdamer Platz?

There are 12 stops between Kurt-Schumacher-Platz and Potsdamer Platz on the U6. The stations are: Kurt-Schumacher-Platz, Afrikanische Straße, Leopoldplatz, Wedding, Reinickendorfer Straße, Schwartzkopffstraße, Naturkundemuseum, Oranienburger Tor, Friedrichstraße, Französische Straße, Stadtmitte.

Kurt-Schumacher-Platz To Potsdamer Platz

ShortestShortest Route

Kurt-Schumacher-Platz

Platform 1·underground·U6Towards Alt-Mariendorf

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

Afrikanische Straße

+2.63 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Leopoldplatz

+5.26 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Friedrichstraße

+21.06 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Französische Straße

+23.69 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Stadtmitte

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground11.71 km

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

interchange Stadtmitte — 5 min

Platform 3 · U2 ·Platform 1 Towards Pankow

+5 min

Stadtmitte

purple interchange

Platform 1·underground·U2Towards Pankow

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

Mohrenstraße

+2.86 min

2.86 min · 1.3 km

Potsdamer Platz

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.59 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

37 min

Total time

stops

14.3 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kurt-Schumacher-Platz	05:00	23:00	Towards Alt-Mariendorf
Potsdamer Platz	05:00	23:00	Towards Kurt-Schumacher-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

1.93 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.89 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~57 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€3.5

Bike

€96

Auto

€202

Cab

€364

Estimates for 14.3 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

Kurt-Schumacher-Platz

underground

Kurt-Schumacher-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