Berlin Pass & Bus Ticket - Worth the Money?

Financial breakdown of Berlin tourist passes vs single tickets. How to save money on Hop-On Hop-Off tours.

7/1/2025

9 min read

Tickets can add up. Let's crunch the numbers.

The "Berlin WelcomeCard" vs HOHO

WelcomeCard: Offers free transport (public) + discounts. Does NOT include HOHO bus usually (unless you buy a specific add-on).
Berlin Pass (Go City): Often INCLUDES the HOHO bus for 1 day.

The "Premium" Bus Ticket

Many bus operators sell a "Premium" or "Explore" ticket that includes:

48h Bus
Walking Tour
River Cruise
Currywurst

The Math

Bus (24h): €30
Cruise: €20
Walking Tour: €15
Total Individual: €65
Bundle Price: Often ~€45-€50.

Conclusion: Always look for the bundles if you plan to do more than just the bus.

Über den Autor

Thrifty Traveler

Dieser Führer wird von Berlin-Enthusiasten geschrieben, die wissen, dass die Stadt zu groß ist, um sie an einem Tag zu erlaufen. Wir möchten Ihnen helfen, das Busnetzwerk clever zu nutzen, um das Beste von Berlin zu erschließen, ohne den Stress, durch die komplexen Tarifzonen des öffentlichen Nahverkehrs zu navigieren.