The US publication praised the Berlin network's efficiency, ease of navigation and the fact that trains, trams and buses are available almost around the clock. In Berlin S- and U-Bahn trains are only closed between 1am and 4am on weekdays.
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So why is Berlin cheap? Short answer: history. Berlin had a population of over four million in the 1930s – and yet it still hasn't recovered that level of population, nearly one hundred years on. There was the devastation of WWII, division during the Cold War, and the chaos of immediate reunification in the 1990s.
If you're looking for a city that seamlessly blends history, vibrant culture, and an efficient transit system, Berlin should be at the top of your list. But is Berlin a walking city? The answer is a resounding yes.
The world's longest single-operator rapid transit system by route length is the Shanghai Metro. The world's largest single rapid transit service provider by number of stations (472 stations in total) is the New York City Subway.