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Berlin's public transport network (BVG) covers the city comprehensively with U-Bahn, S-Bahn, trams, and buses. For dog owners, the rules are clear: dogs in a carrier bag travel free on all BVG services; dogs larger than a carrier bag require a child's ticket (Kleinkinderticket, around €1.80 per journey) and must wear a muzzle. The rule is consistently enforced, particularly on the U-Bahn. Berlin is also a cycling city, and riding with a dog on quieter streets is very common.
| Mode | Policy | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| U-Bahn & S-Bahn (BVG) | Dogs in a carrier bag: free. Larger dogs: child's ticket (Kleinkinderticket) required + muzzle mandatory. Maximum 1 dog per ticket. Dogs cannot occupy seats. Source: bvg.de | 💡 Buy the Kleinkinderticket from any BVG machine or app before boarding. Inspectors regularly check on the U-Bahn. |
| Tram & Bus (BVG) | Same rules as U-Bahn/S-Bahn. Dogs in carriers: free. Larger dogs: Kleinkinderticket + muzzle. Tram drivers occasionally enforce more strictly during peak hours. | 💡 Trams in Prenzlauer Berg and Friedrichshain are generally more relaxed than the central U-Bahn lines. |
| Deutsche Bahn (intercity trains) | Dogs in a carrier: free. Larger dogs: child's ticket (50% of adult fare) + muzzle required at all times. Dogs cannot occupy seats. Source: bahn.de | 💡 Book seats in the quiet car (Ruhewagen) when travelling with a dog. Less crowded and calmer for animals. |
| Taxi & Uber | Standard taxis in Berlin generally accept dogs, especially small dogs or dogs in a carrier. Uber drivers can legally decline. Agree on the fare before entering with a large dog. | 💡 Call Taxi Berlin (+49 30 202020) for the most reliable service. They are generally accommodating with dogs. |
BVG official app and journey planner: bvg.de. Buy U-Bahn/S-Bahn/tram/bus tickets, plan routes, and check live departures. Deutsche Bahn national rail: bahn.de. Book train tickets and check schedules. The BVG app can be used for all Berlin public transport.
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