Anyone looking to get around Charlottenburg quickly and conveniently now has more options than ever before. As well as traditional Berlin taxis, there are various app-based ride-hailing services available that can be easily booked via smartphone.
Uber is available throughout Berlin and is also a popular option in Charlottenburg. Depending on demand, passengers can use the app to choose between different vehicle categories, including UberX, Comfort, UberXL or even regular taxis. One advantage is that the fare is usually displayed before booking, so there are no surprises on arrival.
Those who prefer traditional taxis will find numerous taxi ranks in Charlottenburg, for example around Savignyplatz, Neue Kantstraße or Richard-Wagner-Platz. Journeys can also be booked by phone or via taxi apps. The many taxi ranks in the district are particularly handy for spontaneous journeys.
You can call these dispatch centres from Charlottenburg at any time:
Taxi Berlin (very large dispatch centre)
📞 030 20 20 20
Funk Taxi Berlin
📞 030 44 33 22
Würfelfunk
📞 030 21 01 01
City-Funk Berlin
📞 030 21 02 02
Quality Taxi
📞 030 26 30 00
EcoTaxi Berlin
📞 030 210 10 20
Alongside Uber, FREE NOW is also very popular. The app arranges both traditional taxis and hire cars and often offers high vehicle availability. The Taxi-Berlin app is also widely used, providing direct access to Berlin’s taxi network.
For users who value quick booking and transparent pricing, Uber or FREE NOW are usually the first choice. However, those who prefer Berlin’s established taxis or have a taxi rank nearby will also find a reliable and often equally quick alternative there.
Conclusion: There is plenty of choice in Charlottenburg. Whether it’s a taxi, Uber or another ride-hailing app – there is a suitable transport solution for almost every situation.
It doesn’t always have to be a taxi or Uber. In Charlottenburg in particular, there are plenty of alternatives that will get you to your destination quickly and cheaply.
Charlottenburg is excellently connected to Berlin’s local transport network. With the underground, S-Bahn, tram and numerous bus routes, you can often reach many destinations faster than by car – especially during rush hour. Key transport hubs include Zoologischer Garten station, Charlottenburg S-Bahn station, and the underground stations at Wilmersdorfer Straße and Richard-Wagner-Platz. You can check connections in real time and buy tickets directly via the BVG app.
If you prefer to drive yourself, there are various car-sharing options available in Charlottenburg. Vehicles can be booked via an app and parked flexibly within the service area. This is particularly worthwhile for longer journeys or multiple stops.
For short journeys, e-scooters and hire bikes are ideal, and can be found on many street corners. Particularly around Kurfürstendamm, Savignyplatz or Charlottenburg Palace, you’ll often get there faster on one of these than by car.
Many attractions, cafés and shops in Charlottenburg are close together. For short distances, a walk is often the most relaxed way to explore the district.
Whether it’s public transport, car-sharing or e-scooters – there are plenty of alternatives to taxis and Uber in Charlottenburg. Which option is best depends on your destination, your budget and the time of day.
Prices are based on the official Berlin taxi fare. The fare depends on the distance, time and traffic. Uber usually shows you the price before the journey; with taxis, the fare is calculated using a taximeter.
Yes, Uber is available throughout Berlin, including in Charlottenburg. Availability may vary depending on the time of day, but is generally good.
Public transport is often quicker – particularly the underground and suburban rail services around Zoo Station, Savignyplatz or Charlottenburg.
At night, Uber, taxis and BVG night buses are the most reliable options. At weekends in particular, there are also plenty of services operating around Bahnhof Zoo.