Berlin S-Bahn Celebrates 100 Years: How the City Transport of Germany’s Capital Has Changed

On August 8, 2024, Berlin’s S-Bahn celebrates a significant milestone—the centenary of its first regular service, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Electric traction on the city’s railways was introduced earlier, in 1900, when the first 750 V DC electrified line opened.

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Today, the S-Bahn is a crucial part of Berlin’s transport infrastructure.

It serves approximately 1.5 million passengers daily and operates around 3,300 services.

The S-Bahn network covers 16 lines and includes 168 stations spanning 340 kilometers.

This network not only serves the capital’s residents but also connects it to the nearby suburbs.

The operator of Berlin’s S-Bahn is Deutsche Bahn (DB).

Photo: DB

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