Fastest way from Reutlingen to Berlin: Flight, about 1h 10min (from €122). Cheapest: Bus, from €53 (about 10h 15min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 10, 2026): Eurowings, Lufthansa, FlixBus; main departure point: Stuttgart Airport.
There are 2 ways to get from Reutlingen to Berlin
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 10, 2026 for a departure on December 1, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | Bus | Reutlingen | €53 | 2 |
| Eurowings | Flight | Stuttgart Airport | €122 | 18 |
| Lufthansa | Flight | Stuttgart Airport | €452 | 14 |
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Practical tips
The flight is far quicker but clearly more expensive than the bus. Ask yourself what the time saved is worth to you. If you are not in a hurry, the bus usually gives much better value for money.
Cities often have several stops, and the bus may not leave from the main station. Read the stop name on your e-ticket, open the map pin and compare it with your route so you never end up at the wrong place.
A flight is only quick in the air. Add the trip to the airport, check-in, security and the ride from the Berlin airport into town. Also check baggage rules, since extra luggage can reduce the price advantage.
Fares tend to rise as the date gets closer, especially for flights and popular days like Fridays and Sundays. Booking early gives you more choice of departure times and protects you from paying more than you need to.
If you plan to continue from Berlin to Prague, Warsaw, Copenhagen or Amsterdam, avoid a tight same-day connection. Long bus rides can run late, so a comfortable buffer or an overnight stop in Berlin keeps your plans safe.
The journey experience
Reutlingen to Berlin is one of those long north–south legs where your choice really matters. You are weighing a budget bus against a fast flight, and the gap between the two is big. This page puts both side by side, so you can see at a glance which one fits your wallet and your schedule.
The bus is the budget pick. You sit down once, usually in a reclining seat with luggage space underneath, and often with power sockets and Wi-Fi. You reach Berlin without juggling connections, and a night departure, when available, can save you a hotel bed. The flight is the time-saver. You skip most of a day on the road, but you must get to an airport, go through security, follow baggage rules and then travel from the Berlin airport into the city.
My advice: if money matters most, take the bus and book early. If your time is worth more, fly. Whichever you choose, check the exact departure stop and arrival point on your e-ticket, because a city can have several. Booking online gives instant confirmation, so you can plan the rest of your trip calmly, including any onward travel.
Frequently asked questions — Reutlingen → Berlin
Buses start from 53 € and typically go up to 54 €, so the price stays very stable. Flights start from 122 € and typically go up to 171 €, depending on the date and how early you book. The bus is clearly the cheaper option, but compare your exact date on the booking page before you decide.
The bus takes about 10 h to 12 h depending on traffic and stops along the way. The flight is far quicker, at about 1 h 10 to 1 h 25 in the air. Remember to add time for getting to the airport, security and reaching the city centre in Berlin, which narrows the gap a little.
It depends on what you value most. The bus, from 53 €, is best if budget is your priority and you don't mind a long ride, ideally with a night departure. The flight, from 122 €, is better if time matters most. For most budget travellers the bus wins; for a tight schedule, fly.
The departure stop and the arrival point in Berlin are shown on your booking page and on your e-ticket. Cities often have more than one stop, so check the name and the map pin rather than assuming it is the main station. For a flight, the airports appear in the itinerary details before you pay.
The booking page shows each itinerary in full, including whether it is direct or includes a change, before you pay. Choose a direct option if you want simplicity. If a change is listed, leave a comfortable margin between connections, especially if you plan to continue to another city or country the same day.
Why visit Berlin?
- ✓ Walk through the Brandenburg Gate and see the Reichstag dome with its panoramic views of the city
- ✓ Explore the East Side Gallery, a 1.3 km stretch of the Berlin Wall covered in murals
- ✓ Spend a day on Museum Island, home to the Pergamon Museum and the Neues Museum
- ✓ Dance the night away in legendary techno clubs of Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg
- ✓ Taste a currywurst or a döner kebab in Kreuzberg and browse the Markthalle Neun street food nights
When to visit Berlin?
TEMPERATE OCEANIC-CONTINENTAL CLIMATE
May to September — mild, sunny days and long evenings ideal for parks, beer gardens and terraces
What to do in Berlin?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Berlin?
Plan 3 to 4 days to cover Berlin properly: day one for Mitte (Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Museum Island), day two for the Wall history (East Side Gallery, Bernauer Strasse, Checkpoint Charlie), day three for neighborhoods like Kreuzberg, Neukölln and Prenzlauer Berg. With a fourth day, add Potsdam (Sanssouci) by S-Bahn. Book the Reichstag dome slot online several days ahead and get a multi-day transit pass.
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