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.

Sobre el autor

Thrifty Traveler

Esta guía está escrita por entusiastas de Berlín que saben que la ciudad es demasiado grande para recorrerla a pie en un día. Nuestro objetivo es ayudarle a usar la red de autobuses de manera inteligente para desbloquear lo mejor de Berlín sin el estrés de navegar por las complejas zonas del transporte público.