From Erkner to the Tesla factory in Grünheide: getting there, journey time and parking

If you're moving to Erkner for the Gigafactory, there's one thing you'll want to know above all: how do I get to my shift in the morning? The good news: the journey is short and straightforward.

By car

From the centre of Erkner to the factory site in Grünheide it's around twelve kilometres, which takes about twelve minutes by car. A parking space in front of the house in Erkner is included, so you can set off for any shift whenever you need to – even early in the morning or late at night.

By train and bus

The plant can be reached without a car too. Erkner is on the S-Bahn line S3, and transport links around the Gigafactory have improved considerably as the plant has expanded. Timetables and any factory shuttles do change from time to time, though – it's best to check the current connections shortly before you arrive.

Everyday tips

• Plan around your shift start: a twelve-minute drive leaves plenty of buffer
• Use your own kitchen: prepare food for your shift yourself
• Car-sharing within the team saves fuel and parking spaces
• Fuel and shopping in Erkner are just a few minutes' walk away

Short distances, quiet living and still close to the plant – it's exactly this combination that makes Erkner attractive for people working at the Gigafactory.