Hamburg has six S-Bahn (commuter railway) lines and three U-Bahn (subway) lines, which will be joined by the U4 in 2012. This line will provide a much needed link between Jungfernstieg (i.e the city centre) and the new developments in the Hafencity. All lines run partly over and underground, in the city, and in the outskirts. The only difference is that these are two companies and even this doesn't matter due to the unified fare system.
All train platforms have signs showing the next train, where it is headed, and how many minutes until it arrives. During the football world cup , they even show the scores of ongoing matches so that you do not miss out on the games while you wait or travel! Trains are described by a number and the final station. Note that the final station may vary. For example, half of the S1 trains heading west go all the way to Wedel, but the other half only go as far as Blankenese. Also, all S-Bahn trains with one-digit numbers go via Landungsbrücken and Jungfernstieg and all S-Bahn trains with two-digit numbers go via Dammtor.
Note that train doors don't open automatically. You have to press a button or pull a handle on the door. Please wait for the passengers to get off first before you enter. In the cold seasons, don't forget to close the door after getting on the train if it looks like a longer stop. Either push the handle or press the closing buttons on the inside until the door is closed.
All signs and notifications at staions and in trains are shown in at least two languages (German and English)
Since 12 December 2008 a new connection between Hamburg Airport and Ohlsdorf (S1 & U1 line) has opened, making connection to the city much easier. The fare from Hamburg Airport to the city centre and anywhere in the Greater Hamburg Region is € 2.80.
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