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The Deutschland-Ticket: one single ticket is valid for local and regional travel by bus and on the rails across the whole of Germany for €49 a month.

A single ticket was introduced in May 2023 which is valid for bus and rail travel in Germany. It known by some as the “€49 ticket” for its price, and by others as the “Deutschland-Ticket”. Passengers can use the same monthly ticket on local and regional public transport across the whole of Germany , whether they are travelling in Berlin, Hamburg or Munich.

Federal Transport Minister Volker Wissing has described the ticket as “the greatest fares reform which has ever taken place in local passenger travel in Germany.” The deal is aimed at persuading people to use bus and rail transport more often and thereby make their travel more climate-friendly. Expanding Germany’s rail network is considered a key element in the Federal Government’s planned revolution in mobility .

Successor to the €9 ticket

The idea for the Deutschland-Ticket arose from the success of the €9 ticket which was aimed at easing the burden on members of the public who were facing increased costs for electricity, food, heating and mobility in 2022. Through a Federal Government initiative, people could use local public transport for a flat rate of €9 during the summer months of June, July and August.

The new ticket, which is also known as the “Flat Rate for Regional Transport”, is available on subscription for €49 a month. The subscription can be cancelled with a month’s notice. The Federal Ministry of Transport believes the deal will make local travel by rail and bus in German “easy and convenient”. Until now, the cost of local public transport has sometimes varied widely, and local fare systems are often complicated and structured in different ways. With the €49 ticket, all that is now a thing of the past.

Passenger numbers up thanks to Deutschland-Ticket

According to figures from the Association of German Transport Companies (VDV), 10 million people have subscribed to the ticket in the first few months since the Deutschland-Ticket was introduced. That represents a 25% increase over passenger numbers last year.

New trains and tracks improve attractiveness

Faster and more modern trains operated by Deutsche Bahn are expected to make rail travel more attractive. According to the Federal Ministry of Transport, these will create space for almost 20,000 more passengers on long-distance trains. There are also plans to refurbish and extend the rail network. Improved infrastructure is hoped to deliver greater punctuality. Politicians are also promising better mobile networks on board trains.

Swap your driving licence for a Deutschland-Ticket

Some towns and cities are offering a deal targeted at older people, in which they are rewarded with a Deutschland-Ticket for a certain period of time in return for voluntarily giving up their driving licence. On the one hand, the plans aim to spare older people the stress of driving. On the other hand, it also promotes switching to an environmentally friendly alternative to driving a car. Lübeck, Dortmund, Leverkusen and the UN City Bonn are among the cities offering schemes like this.

Is the Deutschland-Ticket a model for Europe?

The Luxembourgian Transport Minister François Bausch has already suggested extending the validity of Deutschland-Tickets to cross-border bus lines. Bausch has said Luxembourg wants to share the costs of the plan, which was welcomed by all parties in the state parliament of Saarland.

France is considering the introduction of a ticket similar to the Deutschland-Ticket, which would also cost €49 a month. President Macron and Transport Minister Clement Beaune have both mooted the idea. The introduction of the ticket would make it possible to consider cross-border validity between Germany and France, Macron said in an interview.

The German Minister of Transport Volker Wissing has proposed extending the €49 ticket to the whole of Europe in the longer term.

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Since May 2023, the Deutschlandticket, also known as the 49-euro ticket, has been valid in Munich and throughout Germany. Is it also valid for foreigners and tourists? Where can I buy the Deutschlandticket? How and when can I cancel it? All information and the most important questions and answers about the inexpensive ticket for local and regional transport.

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Deutschlandticket with MVG: Online ordering possible at any time

At MVG, the Deutschlandticket can also be ordered online for the current month - as a print ticket to print out yourself or as a HandyTicket for the apps.

The price for online tickets is always 49 euros. When ordered at MVG customer centers, the amount is credited pro rata for the days that have already passed.

Deutschlandticket: 49-euro ticket introduced in May 2023

The federal and state governments have agreed to introduce a Deutschlandticket for 49 euros a month. The monthly ticket can be used from May 1, 2023, and makes it possible to travel cheaply and climate-friendly throughout Germany in the entire MVV area as well as on local and regional transport.

But where is the Deutschlandticket valid? Where is it available and where is it valid in and around Munich? Here are the answers to the most important questions.

Deutschlandticket: The German rail pass

• Start : May 1, 2023
• Price : 49 euros per month in a personal subscription that can be cancelled monthly
• Valid for: Local and regional transport throughout Germany (not long distance rail transport e.g. ICE trains)
• Available: from MVG, Deutsche Bahn, among others
• Ticket type: cell phone ticket or chip card

Questions and answers about the Deutschlandticket

Where can i buy the deutschlandticket.

The Deutschlandticket is currently only planned as a digital ticket and is available either as a HandyTicket or chip card. During a transitional period until December 31, 2023, paper tickets may also be issued.

The HandyTicket can be ordered via the MVGO app or the MVG Fahrinfo München app, among others. It is also available, for example, via the websites and apps of the various German transport companies, in the Deutschlandticket app, or via the sales channels of Deutsche Bahn and its customer centers.

Where is the Deutschlandticket valid?

The ticket is valid throughout Germany on local and regional public transport. This means that you can use your MVG ticket not only on all local public transport in Munich, but also on public transport in all other German cities.

This includes subway, S-Bahn, bus and streetcar as well as second-class regional trains (e.g. RE, RB, private railroads) - including the trains of the Bayerische Regiobahn BRB. However, the Deutschlandticket is not valid as a ticket for long-distance travel (e.g. ICE, IC or EC).

When do I have to buy the Germany ticket for the coming month?

The Deutschlandticket is a monthly subscription ticket and is always valid for an entire calendar month. The subscription can be purchased online from MVG and at the customer centers during the current month.

In the MVG customer centers at the main train station and at Marienplatz, passengers can order the subscription as a chip card and receive a temporary paper ticket as a starter card directly in their hand. A few days may pass before the HandyTicket appears in the app or the print ticket in the customer portal; until then, the order confirmation is sufficient as proof during a ticket inspection. Depending on the boarding date, the amount for the days already elapsed in the month of validity will be credited proportionately when purchased at MVG customer centers. Please note: This does not apply to online purchases via the app.

The Deutschlandticket is also available from MVV, DB and S-Bahn Munich without an advance purchase period. Here, the starting day can be freely selected. The price of 49 euros is calculated pro rata for the remaining days of the month, depending on the start day. Condition: The ticket must also be used for at least the following full calendar month.

Until when do I have to cancel the Deutschlandticket for next month?

The Deutschlandticket can be cancelled at any time. However, a cancellation must be made by the 10th calendar day of a month for the cancellation to be valid as of the following month.

Is the Deutschlandticket only available as a subscription model?

Currently, yes: The federal government and the states have agreed on a subscription model. However, the subscription can be canceled on a monthly basis.

Can I take other people with me free of charge with the 49-euro ticket

With the Deutschlandticket, children under the age of six can travel free of charge when accompanied. All other persons require their own ticket.

Can I take dogs or bicycles with the Deutschlandticket?

There is no uniform regulation throughout Germany in this respect. Instead, the local tariff regulations are decisive.

A dog can travel free of charge on the MVV. Bicycles are only allowed in the MVV area in subways and suburban trains at certain times and require their own ticket. Bicycles are not allowed on buses and streetcars.

Is the Deutschlandticket usable for foreigners and tourists?

Yes, even people who are not German residents can use the Deutschlandticket. However, the subscription rule also applies to them and you must cancel the Deutschlandticket in good time. It is best to find out about the regulations directly when you buy the ticket. The Deutschlandticket is personalized and non-transferable.

What if I already have an IsarCard or a subscription?

Current MVV tariffs remain in effect. Existing MVV subscriptions will not be switched automatically. MVV subscribers have the choice of continuing their existing subscription or switching to the Deutschlandticket.

If the Deutschlandticket is the more attractive choice financially, MVG or MVV will inform you in good time about the options and conditions.

Will the price of the Germany ticket remain at 49 euros in the future?

The introductory price for the Deutschlandticket of 49 euros per month agreed by the federal and state governments has so far only been set for the year 2023. The federal and state governments want to discuss the ticket price in the years after 2023 in the future. Price increases are therefore possible after 2023.

Since when has the Deutschlandticket been available?

The Deutschlandticket can be used since May 1, 2023.

For whom is the Bavarian discount ticket?

The Bavarian discount ticket is a discounted Deutschlandticket for students, trainees and people doing voluntary service in Bavaria at a price of 29 euros per month.

•     For students, it is valid from October 1 and is available in advance from August 10.
•     For trainees and volunteers, it is valid from September 1, 2023, and has been on sale since August 1.

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Travel Hack of the Year: Germany’s Deutschland Ticket for Just 49 Euro Step-By-Step

In a move that’s revolutionized travel within Germany, the new 49 Euro Deutschland Ticket has made exploring the country’s rich landscapes and vibrant cities more accessible than ever. As your insider guide, I’m here to unravel the simplicity and the potential of this all-access pass that’s become a game-changer for tourists and locals alike.

Traveling through Germany was once a task that required meticulous planning and budgeting, with every journey from the rolling hills of Bavaria to the bustling streets of Berlin calculated and often costly.

The introduction of the Deutschland Ticket has transformed this experience, inviting one to indulge in spur-of-the-moment trips and spontaneous exploration, all for the price of a modest dinner for two.

Navigating the details can be a bit daunting with any new ticket system, especially one that boasts nationwide access. It’s also a little more complicated for foreigners than it needs to be.

But fret not—this article is set to dispel the complexities and reveal how you can trot across Germany with nothing but a single ticket in your pocket. Whether you’re a student on a shoestring budget, a couple on a romantic getaway, or a family seeking adventure, this travel hack holds the promise of unfettered mobility and endless discoveries.

Stay tuned as I dive into the ins and outs of purchasing, maximizing, and enjoying your Deutschland Ticket especially written for foreigners. I am someone that has had to work out how to buy this ticket from the opposite side of the world and then use it across Germany. I found guides on this topic to be outdated and not as helpful as they could be. Let’s fix that here!

I’ll tackle everything from understanding coverage areas to exactly how to buy it (more complicated than you’d expect). So, pack your bags and prep your sense of adventure; I’m about to take you on a journey through the heart of Europe.

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Introduction To The Deutschland Ticket (aka 49 Euro Ticket)

Imagine crossing through Germany’s enchanting landscapes and dynamic cities without the hassle of buying multiple tickets. The 49 Euro Deutschland Ticket makes this a reality, offering you unlimited travel on many forms of public transportation nationwide.

It’s your passport to freedom on buses, trams, and regional trains, whether you’re commuting, exploring, or simply enjoying the ride. You can use this ticket to travel between cities as well as within a city when you arrive.

It makes life super easy, cheap and convenient when you are traveling round Germany. However, it has its rules and limitations and that’s what you need to understand before buying to make sure it’s worth it for you.

The Deutschland Ticket itself is a government-subsidized public transport ticket. The individual transport companies, such as Deutsche Bahn (the train network), did not create this. They are basically implementing a government policy. This is why it can be confusing at times, and there are different ways to purchase this ticket. It’s also aimed at locals rather than tourists.

It costs 49 Euros a month which is why it’s often called the 49 Euro ticket. Kids can use it too, but there is no kid price. Kids under 6 are free however.

It is a monthly subscription and works on a calendar month. So if you arrive in Germany on the 20th of a month and depart on the 10th of the following month, you would need to pay for two monthly tickets if you want to use the Deutschland Ticket the whole time.

It provides unlimited travel on the forms of transport it covers.

Understanding What The 49 Euro Deutschland Ticket Covers

The biggest thing you need to understand is that the 49 Euro ticket DOES NOT COVER ICE/EC trains which are the long distance, high speed trains between cities. These trains can be incredibly useful for tourists and can save a lot of time, so be aware of this limitation. It also doesn’t cover FlixTrain or FlixBus.

You can take regional trains and these travel basically everywhere. They are just slower and you may need to take multiple to get between places.

You can read about the differences between the high-speed trains and the regional trains here to make sure you are happy with what the Deutschland ticket covers.

It covers most buses, S-Bahn, U-Bahn and trams. It’s great for getting around cities.

Privately owned transport, like the Flix options mentioned above, cable cars and more, are not covered.

This works across Germany and it’s also possible to go to some cities near the border in other countries such as Salzburg, Austria and Luxembourg.

How To Work Out If A Train Is Covered By The 49 Euro Ticket

This seems to be evolving all the time. The week before writing this article, I was able to select a train in the Deutsche Bahn app or on their site, click on “Train Information” and it would tell me if the Deutschland Ticket was valid on that service or not.

At the time of writing, this has disappeared. However, you can click on “Train Information”, scroll down and look for “Operator:”.

If this says “Fernverkehr AG” then it’s not covered. So look for this for trains you are considering.

Basically, though, if the train is ICE, IC, EC or Nightjet, it won’t be covered. Same with FlixTrain.

If the train number is RE, RB, S, U and there are some other random ones like Alex, Abellio and more, these are covered as long as they are publicly operated it doesn’t say operated by “Fernverkehr AG”.

Click here to check out more routes, prices and options on Deutsche Bahn.

When searching for trains on Deutsche Bahn app or site, you can also filter on “Mode of Transport”. Select “Local/regional transport only” or “Local transport only” (depending if you’re on the site or the app) to remove the ICE, etc trains. The items that appear here *should* be covered.

It can feel really complicated, but I just checked these things and I was fine in Germany.

Limitations And Considerations

The biggest two limitations are that you can’t use this on the fast intercity trains and that the pass works for a calendar month.

This means if you are visiting Germany for a short period and it’s across two months, it may not be worth it for you.

Another big thing to consider is that on regional trains, you can’t reserve a seat. So you are relying on one being available.

Unless you are traveling at a peak time or to a big event (like Oktoberfest), I’ve been told that the train is unlikely to be full and you’ll most probably have a seat.

In my experience, I found trains could be full for sections outside of this time and were busier on weekends. If I didn’t find a seat, it was only for a short time. However, when I was traveling with my suitcase, this could get trickier since I had less options of where I could sit and a couple of times I was quite uncomfortable.

This is because there are often luggage racks above the seats but that’s not so useful with a big suitcase. With ICE trains, you can pay extra to reserve a seat next to a luggage rack.

On the same trip in May, this is my seat on one of my journeys on a regional train. It came complete with a smelly toilet view and my hips and back hurt because I had to sit in a weird way to wedge my suitcase in so it didn’t escape. I felt lucky I had a seat at all as most people with suitcases were stuck standing next to them.

This next photo is a few days later in a first class ICE train cabin. That’s my seat and my same pink suitcase. So much more comfortable. I could even get work done.

However, other times the trains weren’t full at all and I could put it by the seat next to me. Otherwise, mostly I sat at open areas in the carriage where I could have my bag next to me like in the following photo. This could be quite uncomfortable though as pictured above.

Another consideration is that you also need to remember to cancel this ticket. Or you’ll keep getting charged monthly.

A huge win with this ticket isn’t just the cost saving but that it makes life far simpler. It can be a big time suck arriving in a new city and needing to work out how to get a ticket for the local transport. It is so nice to arrive with this ticket and just catch the local transport without worrying. All these little fares add up too.

Can Foreigners Use The Deutschland Ticket?

Yes, foreigners can. I have used this ticket without issue.

Should You Buy The 49 Euro Ticket?

Whether you should buy it or not really depends on your itinerary, dates and preferences.

If you are traveling between cities in Germany and relatively far distances then you may waste more time than it’s worth trying to use the 49 Euro ticket. You may be better off catching ICE trains.

If you are only visiting Germany for a week or two and it’s split over two calendar months, you may also find it’s not worth it. However, you really don’t have to use it very much to get to 49 Euros of value.

I recommend you go to the Deutsche Bahn website here and search for the places you want to travel between. Check out the differences in the ICE/high speed trains vs the regional trains and see if it’s worth it for you. Add up how much you will spend in fares too to see if it’s over 49 Euros.

Also remember you’ll save money on local transport within a city with this ticket too.

It’s also worth taking into account that ICE trains don’t travel between everywhere directly. Sometimes regional trains can be faster or comparable.

For example, I am traveling between Cologne and Kassel. Either option requires changing trains and the regional option only takes ten minutes longer. This is not a big deal for me given saving ten minutes and buying the ICE tickets would cost more than a month of the Deutschland Ticket.

There’s also the time saving with using the Deutschland Ticket everywhere without having to buy individual tickets, but then the downside of no seat reservations…

It’s really up to you.

I also want to give you one more option. This is to use a combination. I used both on my recent trip. I used the Deutschland Ticket the majority of the time. I went from Cologne to day trips to Aachen, Bonn, Düsseldorf and more. I then went to Kassel, Erfurt, Weimar and some other day trip options around Erfurt.

I booked a separate ICE ticket then to take me from Erfurt to Stuttgart to save a couple of hours. I then went back to using my Deutschland Ticket to day trip from Stuttgart, move on to Ulm, Nördlingen, Augsburg and to finish in Munich.

I also used it on countless local transport options within cities.

I also used an additional ICE ticket at the start of my trip to get from Frankfurt to Cologne. This saved two hours and after flying 30+ hours to get to Germany, it was money well spent.

I spent more on those two ICE tickets that the 49 Euro Deutschland Ticket, but it was still really not much money to see so much in Germany.

It’s amazing how much I saw with that 49 Euro Deutschland Ticket.

Exactly How To Buy the Deutschland Ticket

Buying the Deutschland Ticket can feel like the most complicated part! It’s a shame it’s not as easy as other tickets, but it’s not that hard either as long as you take it step-by-step.

The first thing I want to point out is that many guides online say that you need to buy it by the 10th of the month before you want to use it. So if you want to use it in May, you need to buy it by 10th April.

I saw no evidence this is still the case. In fact, when I was buying mine on the Deutsche Bahn site , it seemed like I could buy it immediately for the current month.

And one of our readers has since commented here that they were able to buy the ticket after the 10th.

Also remember that this is a monthly subscription. So you will keep being charged monthly once you set it up until you cancel. Make sure you keep reading for how to cancel below. Don’t skip this step!

Buying the 49 Euro Ticket On The Deutsche Bahn Site

I bought my ticket on the Deutsche Bahn site since I use this app a lot when traveling in Germany and I wanted everything together. It also felt the most official and trustworthy to me.

However, to buy it on this site, you can’t use a credit card.

You have to access to an IBAN which is a European account number. You have to give Deutsche Bahn this number to pay for your ticket. It’s basically setting up a direct debit as this is a monthly subscription.

If you already have an IBAN, skip the next section.

How Do You Get An IBAN?

I use Wise . Setting up an account here is very easy. It’s a super handy account and I already had one as it’s great for traveling and converting currencies.

You can sign up for free here. You’ll need to verify your identity but it’s safe and easy.

You then need to open a Euros bank balance. You’ll then have a European IBAN. You’ll need to add money to this which you can do from any currency. Wise will walk you through it. It’s all easy, I promise 🙂

How To Buy Your Deutschland Ticket?

Once you have an IBAN, it’s straightforward to buy your ticket on the Deutsche Bahn site.

Go to the site and create a user account if you haven’t yet.

I recommend you do the following steps on a computer and not on your phone as buying the ticket is only in German. It can be easier to get your browser to translate on a computer. You’ll need your smart phone handy too for the ID verification as well as your passport.

You will also need the Deutsche Bahn app on your phone logged into your account to load your ticket into.

Once you’ve got all this, go to Deutsche Bahn here , go to “Tickets & offers” in the menu and select “Regional offers”.

Find “Deutschland-Ticket” and click the “Select now (in German)” button.

If you don’t speak German, get your browser to translate to English. You can now select which month you want the ticket to start and then click to enter your personal details.

Here, you will have to enter an address in Europe. I entered the address of my first hotel which was fine.

There is some more information to enter including your payment details.

Once the buying part is done, you need to verify your identity. This was easy enough but it took a long time to load when I first tried to the point of timing out several times. I started to panic, but eventually it worked 🙂

I was able to easily transfer to my phone for this step and had to take photos of me and my passport. It was verified quickly and the process was done.

I immediately received an email confirmation that I had signed up. Then a couple of minutes later I got another email with a link to load the ticket into my app. So within minutes of finishing, I had the Deutschland Ticket all set to use in the Deutsche Bahn app.

Note that this is different to what some outdated information says online. It doesn’t appear on the first of the month. It only took a couple of minutes.

The payment doesn’t come out until the first of the month that you are using it though. So 1 May for the ticket shown above and not on the day that I signed up.

Buying the 49 Euro Ticket With A Credit Card

I have read that it is possible to buy the Deutschland Ticket with a credit card but I haven’t done it myself.

Using the Bremen VBN Fahrplanner app is the option I have seen mentioned several times. You can try using this to buy via credit card.

Make sure you keep this app on your phone and have the ticket displaying in here while traveling Germany.

If you have used this (or another option) to buy the 49 Euro ticket, please let me know in the comments or email me and I can add your experiences here to help others.

How The Monthly Subscription Works

It’s really important to remember that the Deutschland ticket is not a one-off pass. It is a monthly subscription. You need to cancel it once you don’t need it.

Otherwise, you’ll keep getting a new ticket every month and will be charged another 49 Euros on the first of each month.

Making Sure You Cancel Your Ticket

It has to be cancelled by the 10th of the prior month. So if you are using this ticket in May only, you need to cancel it by 10th May so you don’t get charged again in June.

Exactly how to do this will vary based on the platform you use.

To do this through Deutsche Bahn :

• Log in to your account.
• Select your name in the menu.
• Select “My Subscriptions”.
• Click “Subscriptions portal”.
• Click on the DB logo.
• At this point, you need to add your Deutschland subscription to your account. Look at the email you received when you signed up and get your subscription number. You also need the postcode you used for your address which is in the same email if you’ve forgotten.

• Enter these numbers plus your date of birth.
• You’ll then see your Deutschland Ticket subscription in your subscription portal. Select it. Translate the page to English if you need to.
• You can then edit your subscription and choose to cancel it. This option translates as “Terminate”.
• You need to select a termination reason and also what date you want your ticket to finish (which will be the end of the month). You can also change the email address where you’ll get confirmation of the cancellation.
• Check the information displayed and click to Cancel.
• You should get an email confirmation that it’s processed. I received this immediately.

If you used wise to set up this payment, you can also cancel the direct debit from within wise.

How To Use The Deutschland Ticket

It’s simple to use. Just make sure you have it on your phone and have matching ID for the ticket name. Although no one ever asked me for my ID, but in theory, you need it.

You will need to show this to any inspectors and may need to scan it sometimes.

I felt a little weird initially just hopping on everything, but it’s the way it works 🙂

You aren’t allowed to use a print out of the ticket, and technically you shouldn’t use a screenshot. However, I have heard from plenty of German people that you will be able to use a screenshot of the ticket on your phone if the wifi/phone coverage is not working when you need to show it.

So I recommend you take a screenshot of your ticket on your phone and keep this available.

Final Thoughts

The 49 Euro Deutschland Ticket is an excellent option for traveling Germany. It’s crazy good value and can save a lot of money and time. I very much appreciated having this ticket. It worked beautifully.

However, it does have some limitations (like no high speed trains and seat reservations) and buying it can feel difficult. You also need to be careful that you cancel it!

For many travelers, it will be a great option though and does make traveling Germany even better. Even if you want to take a couple of high-speed journeys, you may find this ticket well and truly worth it. I used it at least a couple of times every day, and I just loved how easy it made it not having to worry about how to buy tickets.

I hope this guide has helped you navigate the 49 Euro Deutschland Ticket.

Learn what apps you should download for your trip  here . Read about the different trains you can use this ticket on here . If you are wondering what form of transport you should use in Germany, find our guide comparing all the options (including trains, buses, hire car and more) here . You can also find all our guides for planning your Germany vacation  here .

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By Sharon Gourlay

Sharon first fell in love with Germany back in 2000 on her first visit. She loves the long history, the picturesque Old Towns, the castles, the food, everything really! Since then, she has visited many times and loves writing about Germany here so you can enjoy it too. In fact, Sharon loves German culture so much that she sent her kids to a German primary school in Australia. She especially loves Berlin and towns with charming Old Towns like Celle and Quedlinburg. Sharon also has a Certificate III in International Travel Sales and understands the nitty gritty of travel planning. Through this site, she'll help you have the perfect trip to Germany whether it's your first or tenth time!

I was able to buy a ticket for May on 4/15.

Great, thank you for that info!

Hey Sharon, this is a wonderful compilation of the 49 Euro ticket. I have a question, I will be reaching Germany on 29th May and will be leaving on 6th June. How do I utilise the ticket without having to pay for 2 months. Have heard that mo.pla has some plans where we can use the ticket for specific days. Do you have any update on the same?

There is no way to use one 49 Euro Deutchland Ticket across two different calendar months. You could look at other rail pass options, although there’s a good chance it may be cheaper to get the ticket for June and just buy tickets for May. It may even be cheaper to just get the May and June tickets. It really depends on what you plan to do. bahn.de is a great resource to work it out.

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Germany ’s long-awaited unlimited monthly travel pass will be available from 1 May, with applications expected to open on 3 April.

The Deutschlandticket (“Germany ticket”) will provide unlimited travel by rail , tram and bus anywhere in the nation for €49 (£43) per month – equivalent to just £1.40 per day. The pass is expected to become known as the “D-Ticket”.

Passengers will need to take out a monthly subscription, which British travellers can do online at bahn.com or via the DB Navigator app.

There is no minimum term for the deal, so people wanting just one month of travel can cancel after they have obtained the first ticket.

The pass will be issued only for whole calendar months; a trip which straddles May and June, for example, will require two monthly tickets.

The pass is a permanent replacement for the €9 (£8) monthly ticket that was trialled in June, July and August 2022 .

“The €9 ticket was introduced by the German government to relieve the burden on people due to the sharp rise in costs for electricity, food, heating and mobility,” says Deutsche Bahn (German Railways).

The offer led to a surge in travel by public transport through the summer. The permanent replacement, like its predecessor, will cover all but the fastest trains, plus U-Bahn and S-Bahn networks in the cities.

Any journey across Germany is possible using slower regional express trains. The offer will extend into Switzerland and Austria due to the location of Deutsche Bahn stations at Basel and Salzburg respectively.

In addition, it can be seamlessly combined with Luxembourg’s innovative free public transport strategy simply by boarding a cross-border train between Germany and the Grand Duchy.

The annual cost of the offer to the German taxpayer is estimated to be €3bn (£2.65bn), with central government putting up half the funding and the 16 Länder (federal states) providing the rest.

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Germany's 49-euro ticket coming 2023: What you need to know

It’s official: early next year Germany will welcome a follow-up to the 9-euro ticket . The nationwide monthly ticket - dubbed the “ Deutschlandticket ” - will offer unlimited travel on regional and public transport for just 49 euros per month. Here’s what we know so far about the 49-euro ticket, and what still has to be decided. 

The 49-euro ticket ( Deutschlandticket ) is coming

At a summit between the federal government and the federal states last week, Chancellor Olaf Scholz and the state premiers finally came to an agreement over a number of financing issues, paving the way for the introduction of the 49-euro ticket as well as the gas price cap early next year. 

Describing the move as the largest tariff reform ever for public transport in Germany, and a first within Europe, Federal Transport Minister Volker Wissing said that the ticket would help to make public transport a permanently more attractive option than driving , especially for commuters. He said that, by offering nationwide access to public and regional transport networks, the ticket would help rid the country of the “tariff zone jungle” that exists across different regions. 

“Never before has it been so easy for people in our country to use the bus and the train,” Wissing told a press conference last week. 

What is the 49-euro ticket and how will it work?

The 49-euro ticket is designed to be a follow-up to the wildly successful 9-euro ticket, which was  sold 52 million times over the summer - albeit a more expensive version. 

The ticket will be offered digitally as a subscription that can be cancelled monthly, meaning users are not locked into an annual subscription, as is often the case with season tickets. It’s not clear whether it will also be available as a paper ticket from ticket machines, but the subscription model makes this seem unlikely. 

Where and on what forms of transport is the Deutschlandticket valid?

As with the 9-euro ticket, the Deutschlandticket will permit the holder unlimited travel on regional and public transport across the whole of Germany - including buses, trams, U-bahns, S-bahns and regional trains, but not long-distance trains like ICs, ICEs and ECs run by Deutsche Bahn. 

It’s not yet clear whether the offer will also include long-distance bus services. FlixBus, one of the major providers of coach services in Germany, has criticised the fact that it was left out of the 9-euro ticket offer , and is reportedly in talks with the federal government to make its bus services, which connect scores of German cities , part of the scheme. 

It’s also not clear whether the ticket will allow holders to also bring a bike on the train or S-bahn with them. This was not covered by the 9-euro ticket. 

Will the cost stay at 49 euros per month? 

So far, the 49-euro price tag has only been confirmed as an “introductory offer”, which will initially last two years. At this point, the price would be adjusted in line with inflation, likely making it more expensive. Ministers explained that price rises would help to maintain the scheme - otherwise rising costs would see services being cut, which would defeat the point of the ticket. 

Some, including Germany’s Sozialverband, have criticised the ticket as too expensive and renewed calls for a cheaper 365-euro annual ticket - but the fact remains that, with some local transport passes costing in excess of 80 or even 100 euros per month, the ticket will provide relief to many regular passengers. 

In an interview with the Rheinische Post , Wissing defended the price, describing it as “highly attractive” and “well below what most people pay for public transport today.” He added that individual federal states might also decide to provide additional discounts, for example for students or people claiming social security benefits . Stephan Weil, state premier for Lower Saxony , has already announced he will do this. 

When will the discounted public transport pass be available?

When the scheme was announced, Wissing said that the government was aiming to make the ticket available for early next year - perhaps as soon as January 2023. The Association of German Transport Companies, which represents transport associations across the country, said to dpa that starting on January 1 would be desirable but looked increasingly impossible, as legislation and the framework for the new subscription model need to be introduced - which is more complicated than simply putting a paper ticket on sale, as was the case with the 9-euro ticket. 

The general consensus, as expressed by the state premier of Baden-Württemberg , Winfried Kretschmann, is therefore that spring 2023 is looking more likely. March 1, 2023 has been touted as a more realistic start date. 

Whenever the scheme starts, tickets would likely go on sale around two weeks beforehand - so stay tuned for announcements! 

What happens to my existing annual subscription ( Abo )?

It’s not yet 100 percent clear what will happen for passengers who already have existing season tickets ( Abonnements or Abos ). It seems likely that transport companies will allow season ticket holders to switch to the Deutschlandticket so they don’t miss out - as was the case with the 9-euro ticket. The transport association for Munich , MVG, has said that it will take care of this matter in a timely manner and allow existing customers to switch as easily as possible if the 49-euro ticket is better for them. 

Who is funding the 49-euro ticket?

The scheme is estimated to cost around 3 billion euros - half of which is coming from the federal government, and the other half from the federal states. This ties in with grander plans to invest heavily in public transportation in the coming years, with the federal government having pledged to set aside an additional 1 billion euros per year for regional expansion, a sum which will increase by 3 percent per year thereafter. 

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April 4, 2023

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If you were a fan of last summer’s 9 euro ticket, then Germany’s new 49 euro train ticket in 2023 is the next best thing! Check out the full breakdown of details for this year’s country wide ticket ( Deutschlandticket in German) .

Still gliding off the success of the 9 euro ticket (and trying their best to combat the rising energy costs) in 2023, the German government will be introducing the Deutschlandticket or more commonly known, the 49 euro ticket.

This new ticket will be available for purchase online, offering both locals and visitors a fantastic cost effective option for enjoying trips around Germany.

..and the best part, it won’t just last for a season but instead will settle in for a couple years!

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What is the deutschlandticket / 49 euro train ticket in germany.

The Deutschlandticket is set for release starting in May 2023 and will be available for purchase until 31st December of the same year.

It can be used for unlimited travel within the country, on any regional train, any day of the week, including holidays.

Unlike its predecessor, the 9 euro ticket, the 49 euro ticket will be available for purchase digitally in the form of monthly subscription model.

However, before you worry about getting locked into any annual commitments, the ticket can be cancelled on a monthly basis, so as long as set yourself a reminder to!

Due to the nature of this digital subscription model, most likely there will not be any options to purchase the ticket outside of app, but we have yet to hear a solid confirmation on that

Who Is Eligible For The Deutschlandticket / 49 Euro Ticket?

The 49 euro ticket will be available to anyone travelling within Germany. All travellers must have an account with the corresponding German railway apps i.e Deutsche Bahn, MVG, BVG etc… and a valid bank account tied for the monthly cost debit to be eligible for the ticket.

The 49 euro Deutschlandticket is non-transferable and can be purchased through the Munich transportation app or the app/online through Deutsche Bahn.

Along with the non-transferable detail of the Deutschlandticket , its important to know it also does not include taking other people with you, dogs or bikes.

Where Can The Deutschlandticket / 49 Euro Ticket Be Used?

The 49 euro Deutschlandticket is valid on any train operated by Deutsche Bahn, including the Regional Express trains.

Basically, you can purchase this ticket to replace your usual (and increasingly expensive, we are personally very excited for this) monthly Munich Isarcard of which you can use to travel through Germany and cover your local transport needs in which other Germany city you explore.

But do make sure to keep in mind the fine print! These are the transportation methods not covered by the 49 euro ticket;

• Long distance trains; ICs, ICEs and ECs
• 1st class or special booking train sections
• Flixtrain or Flix busses

When Will The Deutschlandticket / 49 Euro Ticket Be Available?

The 49 euro train ticket will be valid for use on any regional train in Germany from May 1st* to December 31st, 2023.

*Ticket sales begin April 1, 2023!

Initially, the Deutschland ticket will be available for the next two years, after which it will be up for discussion on whether an extension will be held or not.

Where Can I Buy A The Deutschlandticket / 49 Euro Train Ticket?

The 49 euro ticket will become available for purchase starting April 1, 2023 and valid for use starting May 1, 2023.

Interested in getting ordering your Deutschlandticket? Here are some helpful links to the websites where you can sign up for it!;

• Munich’s MVG Website and apps
• The Deutsche Bahn Website and app
• The Deutschlandticket Website

Additional Details About Deutschlandticket / The 49 Euro Ticket

In What Form Will I Get The Deutschlandticket?

You can receive it in the form of a smartphone ticket or an electronic chip card in the mail.

Can Children Travel With The Deutschlandticket?

In general, children under 6 years of age and younger travel free of charge on public transport in Germany. With the Deutschlandticket, children over the age of 6 must have their own subscription.

Is The Deutschlandticket Transferable?

No it is not. It can only be used for the person who signed up for the subscription.

How Do I Cancel My Deutschlandticket?

The Deutschlandticket is an ongoing subscription with the price being automatically deducted from your bank account on a monthly basis.

In order to cancel, follow this quick summary;

• Visit the website or app where you bought your ticket (such as the German Bahn website, DB Navigator app, or local public transport association’s site).
• You can cancel and get a full refund if your ticket is purchased before the 10th day of the current calendar month.
• To avoid being charged for the next month, cancel your ongoing subscription before the 10th day of the current month. (For example, if you want to cancel a July subscription, you must do so by June 10.)

How Do I Buy A The Deutschlandticket / 49 Euro Train Ticket If I Don’t Have A German Bank Account?

This monthly subscription-based ticket provides all the advantages of budget travelling in Germany, except that it must be paid by an automatic debit from a German bank account, or an IBAN.

However, after we’ve found a great (and FREE) solution to this for those without a European or German bank account: The multi-currency account app Wise !

Wise accounts come with the option to generate local bank details for up to 10 currencies, so you can receive money for free from 30+ countries…or in this case, create an IBAN account number (that pulls from your local bank account) to use to purchase the Deutschlandticket.

For the full breakdown on how to buy the Deutschlandticket / 49 euro ticket, we’ve created a special blog post for you to read all about it here!

Looking For More Information About The Deutschlandticket / 49 Euro Train Ticket?

➡️ we have an additional post here with more common faqs.

Or if you don’t see the answer you need, feel free to ask below and we’ll try to get an answer back to you! And be sure to check out our Instagram & TikTok for more content coming up!

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I live in the USA. My bank account is with Bank of America. Can I like my bank account information to the new ticket subscription?

James Peterson

Hi James! Unfortunately, you will need a German bank account (IBAN) but check our post here for the full details of how you can manage this requirement with a little loophole we found :O https://boredinmunich.com/buy-the-49-euro-ticket/

I don’t live in Germany and besides of national bank account number my bank provides also iban and swift automatically and it works in Germany just fine. They have been doing it for at least 10 years, so I considered that to be a common standard. Ask your bank if they do so as well.

That’s a cool feature to know, thanks for sharing the tip!

Hello, This sounds perfect for what my wife and I want to do. We will be spending 16 days in Germany later this year as part of our retirement trip to Europe. As I understand it; we will be able to travel from Berlin to Dresden, Dresden to Nuremberg , and do day trips to Bamberg, Rothernburg OT and Meissen as well as all city transport services using this card? And just to clarify, can we pay for 2 people on the one card, or do we have to purchase our own cards seperately? Thank you for your help. Tony (Australia)

Hello Tony ( and wife!) First off, congrats! That sounds like a fantastic way to kick off the celebrations (: And yes that is true, you will be able to travel all through Germany with the 49€ ticket, BUT it is important to make sure when you book trains they are only regional trains (any in city transportation i.e tram, underground, bus etc.. is included as regional). The best plan would be to download the Deutsche Bahn app, and in the settings you can set the search preferences to only show regional trains. The 49€ does NOT cover any IC, ICE or EC trains. And regarding the tickets, you and your wife would both need to purchase one. Hope that helps and you guys have a fantastic trip!

Hello there, Thank you for the information, it is very helpful. Can you also clarify whether we can cancel the subscription after two months or so and re-book the Deutschland ticket later?

Yes the ticket subscription can be cancelled on a monthly basis

Are children under the age 14free? On the website, it says they need their own pass.

Also, does this pass also cover local travel on the Ubahn?

So, If I want to travel from Hamburg to Munich, I can’t use the D card on any long distance connection even with two or three transfers along the way?

Hi there! We have the breakdown of the types of trains in Germany here: https://boredinmunich.com/49-euro-ticket-germany-faqs/ in case you need that clarified (: The D ticket will allow you to use any of them that are the regional trains for your long distance trips!

didn’t you mention IC trains in the article

Yes, as trains not covered by the 49€ ticket (: Gotta be careful with that one! (..we’ve accidentally made that booking mistake before)

Does the ticket work with going to any of the partner trains in other countries?

Typically not, but from our experience, border country towns like Munich-Salzburg, Austria or northern Germany to Holland, if there is a regional train from Germany going over in a close proximity this will be covered. Just make sure to double-check for the specific trip you have in mind first.

Do they last 30 days, or do you have to purchase one each calendar month? (We are going to be there 12 days, but across two months…June 28-July 10). Do we each purchase one in this case, or do we have to each buy 2 because we are in 2 calendar months?

From what we’ve heard they will be for each month, but we can for sure follow up and double check! And they go by a subscription method, so when you purchase yours you will need to make sure to cancel it otherwise when a new month comes you will be charged for it automatically.

Like 9€ ticket will the 49€ ticket be automatically converted to my student ID.

When you sign up for the ticket it will ask you for those details, so just make sure to double-check. For the 49€ ticket they actually even offer a special chip card, so just be cautious you don’t accidentally sign up for that

Like the 9 Euro ticket can we also get out to the neighboring/ border countries such as France, Switzerland, Austria, Poland. The Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg?

Good question! From what we’ve heard (and experienced) certain border towns like Salzburg from Munich, your regional train trip is covered. But typically the safe rule of thumb is that the 49€ ticket will cover the regional transport until the bored of Germany and that country is met

I willbe visiting Berlin in August (16th August to 1st September). Can I purchase a 49€ ticket and would it cover trips to places like Dresden and others upto a 2 hour journey from Berlin

Hi there! Yes, it will cover any transport within the complete country of Germany. BUT only for regional transportation methods, so be sure when you are booking your trains, the train is NOT an IC, ICE or EC. On the booking site or in the app it will specify the type of train, or you can set your preferences in the search to only show regional trains

Hello there and thx a lot. Are ALX trains included ? 🙏

of course happy to help! (: This one we are not 100% certain, best to double check with an info point at the station!

I live in the US and my bank account is in the USl Can I purchase a 49 euro pass?

Great question! We realized we forgot this important this a bit after posting and updated it with a solution. One of our team used Wise as a tool for cheaper international transfers, but she told us that they offer a free platform where you can create an IBAN to link to your normal bank account. We tested this out and found it to be the best option! If you have a peek at the bottom of this article, we put all the links and details there. Let us know if that helps or if we can better explain/guide (:

After I buy one, can I buy another for someone else?

Sadly no, they would need to purchase it themselves. But you could always use this method if you need to get one for someone else! https://boredinmunich.com/buy-the-49-euro-ticket/

We are travelling to Germany to visit family there -Do you know if it’s possible for a local to buy a ticket on behalf of a visitor ? Do you have to register it in the same name as the bank account?

Unfortunately it has to be in your name and account is what we’ve heard ): but we found a solution here to it, let us know if this helps! https://boredinmunich.com/buy-the-49-euro-ticket/

Hi!!! So… having the 49€ ticket will allow me to travel in Munich, all zones, and all transports (bus, tram, U-Bahn and S-Bahn)? For example, if I go to zone 2 (tram + U-Bahn + S-Bahn), I don’t need to buy another ticket for zone 1 and 2, because I have this one! Is that right?

YES that is super right (: Zones are powerless to you and your mighty 49€ ticket muahahaha! ( but if you take an IC or ICE trains, then yes…the 49€ ticket loses its power)

Can one person buy several tickets for the family?

Yes, but you will need to do it through a person at one of the centres at the train station

I have a question.. So i will buy the 49 Euro ticket, and then do I have to make a reservation for the trains I am going to use? Or do I simply hop on in all eligible trains, and await inspection?

Is there any possibility that they will reject me the entrance to a train, while having the ticket?

Good question! Typically no, but this depends on the train. The general rule of thumb is that if you are traveling between cities or towns you will need to book a ticket, and after what we experienced last summer with the 9€ ticket, it is SUPER important to try and book your ticket since it can guarantee you a seat and ohhhh boyy do the trains get insanely busy and packed with these tickets!

I have a monthly ticket starting from 9th of April. Will I get refund for purchasing 49 euro ticket for month of May(If I make a purchase before 9 May) ?

We don’t believe so (also one of our team’s issue!) It seems that the monthly ticket is separate from the Deutschlandticket so it cannot be reimbursed that way

I have an international Visa Card &i dont live in Germany but i will visit it as Tourist,is it possible to Book online Ticket from my Card while im living in another country? Thanks &have a nice day 🙂

Yes it is! We’ve got all the details here how to https://boredinmunich.com/buy-the-49-euro-ticket/ Let us know if this helped!

Please will the asylum seekers benefit from this card also ..?

Yes we believe so! If they live in Germany and can apply for the subscription it would be very helpful to save money on public transport (:

I’m pretty sure that anyone above the age of 6 needs to have his/her own D-ticket, unfortunately…

This is exactly the information that I was looking for. I have one more month here in Germany and am so happy that there is a reduced rate only again. Thank you for the update!

WOOHOO! So glad to hear 😀 hope you have an amazing time!!

Is this for 2nd class tickets only? Is there an option for 1st class? Thanks.

Unfortunately just for 2nd class, for 1st you will have to pay for a ticket

Thanks for sharing. I’d like to know if the ticket is also okay to take the buses in Munich? Thank you.

Yes Thats correct (: it will cover all local transport throughout Germany! so busses, trams, ubahns & sbahns country wide

How can I purchase the ticket if my bank doesn’t have an IBAN number?

We’ve added in some tips for this! Check out our special post here https://boredinmunich.com/buy-the-49-euro-ticket/

Can I buy this ticket from ticketautomat?

You will need purchase it through the app or at the counter

hello, My one friend has Germany bank account, he will buy 49EUR ticket for himself. Further more, can I use his bank account to buy 49EUR ticket for me ? One bank account just buy one 49EUR ticket?

Unfortunately, that seems to be what we have learned so far, you will need to buy yourself a ticket. But if you need some more information on that, we’ve written special post here https://boredinmunich.com/buy-the-49-euro-ticket/

I intend to travel with my 16 years old son in Germany in June. Can I buy myself two D-tickets or he needs to install the app and buy it separately? Being not from Germany, but from another EU country, does he receives a lower rate for the ticket? Thanks!

Hello! What is the difference between regional trains and buses and EC, IC ICE?

Good question! Let us know if this cleared that up well: – ICE trains (standing for “Inter City Express” ) in Germany are known for their speed (upwards of 300 km/180 mph), efficiency, and comfort on long distances. – IC trains (which stand for “inner city”) usually travel along the same lines as ICE trains but may stop in a few more towns in between. – EC trains stand for “Euro City.” These are similar to DB IC trains, where they run long distances, but may cross borders. Like Munich to Salzburg, for example. – RE (Regional Express) trains are local train that travels to smaller towns and villages // There are also RB trains (“Regional Bahn.”), which are like the RE, but go a bit slower

Hallo, ist dieses Ticket für den Regionalexpress(RE) gültig?

Ja (: aber nur RE (Keine ICE)

Does trainlines like TGV or SWE included with the 49€ Ticket?

unfortunately those don’t count as regional transportation in Germany :/ so no they wont be

Hi, thanks for the article, very interesting

My husband and I are planning a trip to Germany in September 2023 and the 49€ ticket would be amazing and help keep travel costs low.

We are from South Africa, its seems Wise does not cover the ZAR. Any other way we can get the 49€ ticket without the needed bank account?

is it possible to use these ticket to use U-Bahn and other public transport in Berlin?

Yes! It works for any regional public transportation i.e all the busses, trams, ubahns & sbahns across Germany

Near the start of the article you write the following:

“The 49 euro Deutschlandticket is valid on any train operated by Deutsche Bahn, including the Intercity Express, Intercity, and Regional Express.”

This is not true, as you rightly go on to clarify. Perhaps amend this earlier sentence?

Hello, My wife and I intend to travel round Germany for a couple of weeks in June 2023. What is the Deutsche Bahn app to use to check the regional trains we can use please? There are several apps coming up when I go to the Google Play store. Thanks for any help! 🙂

Hi there! oh yes, completely understand this dilemma s: The best would be the app ‘DB Navigator’ but when you are looking for a route for your trip, just make sure to select the filter option and choose ‘regional trains’ otherwise, it will show you all the connections i.e the trains the 49€ ticket doesn’t cover

hallo! just curious about one thing, so if i purchase 49 euro ticket for May and I cancel the subscription from June. can i again subscribe from July?

Yes! That’s what we’ve heard so far, its a subscription basis that can be cancelled monthly

Hello! I can’t buy the ticket using the app ‘DB Navigator’. I don’t now why. In the end it says “process aborted”. Could it be problem because my phone number? it’s not a German number, but written correctly with country code

Oof! sorry to hear you had that issue, frustratingly enough, due to the huge amount of requests, they announced that the tickets for the month of May can no longer be purchased online after April 30th. So if you need a ticket for May you have to buy it in person at the local customer centers

We are going to visit Germany in July. After we buy the Deutschlandticket ticket how do we book the regional trains? Is there a specific website?

Oh that is pretty easy actually, if you are booking trains through the Deutsche Bahn app or website, there is a filter where you can specify you only want to be shown the regional trains (:

Thank you so much!

When booking the train tickets we are given the following options: No BahnCard BahnCard 25,2nd class BahnCard 25,1st class BahnCard 50,2nd class BahnCard 50,1st class SH-Card A-VORTEILScard (incl. RAILPLUS) CH – General- Abonnement, 2nd class CH – General- Abonnement, 1st class CH – HalbtaxAbo NL – 40% (incl. RAILPLUS) NL – 40% ( no RAILPLUS)

Which one is the right option if we are holders of the Deutschland-Ticket?

Hi, I just brought a RheinBahn $49 euro ticket for the month of May, can I use it anywhere in Germany ? Thanks

yes! just as long as you are riding with the regional trains then it will be fine

Thanks for the reply. I am still here in Munich and I must say the $49 euro ticket is really worth it!!!

ahhh so happy to hear! It for sure has its benefits 😀 just needs a bit of extra planning sometimes

Can I use the Deutschland Ticket to travel from Munich to Salzburg (BRB, EC, RJX and WB lines)?

Typically yes (or at least we had that experience last year!) but you will want to double check when booking your train

Hello, thank you for the post! I didn’t quite understand the bank thing. If I have a bank account in an European country, can I use it to pay for the ticket or do I also need to use the Wise method? Thanks

Hi no problem! Your European bank account should work fine (:

Hello, I was also wondering, does the monthly subscription mean that it’s available from the 1st day of a month to the next, or does it mean it can be used for a whole month after it’s been bought? If for example I buy it so that I can go from mid-June to mid-July, would it count as one or two monthly subscriptions? Thank you

Hi there! We’ve created this post that may help for some additional FAQs: https://boredinmunich.com/49-euro-ticket-germany-faqs/ but the ticket is valid for the month it is purchased, it automatically renews on the 1st of each month and if you want to cancel it just make sure you do so by the 10th of every month or the following month it will renew

I like the idea of the Wise app. When I want to schedule a trip on the train with bahn.de, how can I do it so that the IC trains don’t appear?

Hello, I’ve bought the DL ticket, but now I can’t figure out how to book the actual train ticket for my journey. Do I just search out the itinerary and show up? Don’t they need a record of how many passengers will be riding? Confused. Please help. Thanks!

Hi! Yes, typically for the regional trains you just find your train (make sure its not a IC, EC, or ICE) then go there and get your ride. Just be careful because on peak travel hours it can get pretty packed!

Hello, this is so informative. However I wanna know what should I do if I wanna bring my dog with me? Thank you.

Dogs are allowed in the cabin free of charge for passengers with valid tickets, but if your dog is a larger dog you’ll need to make sure its leashed and muzzled (for long distance trains, local transportation is usually just leashed or in a bag, carry if dog is small)

is it extra to book a seat on the regional trains ? Do you need to book a ticket or can you just get on a long distance train If you book a train and miss the connection , do you have to book the next train or can you just get on. thank you

Yes it does cost extra to book a seat, but if you do not book and miss your train then you can just catch the next. Often if you have booked a seat and miss the train, you can just speak with the staff and if the train is not too busy they usually are quite helpful and allow you to get a spot or use what you’ve booked for the next available option

How can I purchase the Deutschland ticket for my Minor child ( 7yo). The buy for someone else option is not available on the DB app/website.

In order to do this you will need to purchase it at the physical location, for a child’s ticket you cannot get them online unfortunately

Hello, may I please know if I can use the 49€ ticket to go to Salzburg, Austria? For example the DB app is showing me these train connections- BRB S4- BRB RE 5, also can i use this ticket to BZB RB 64 (Zugspitzbahn) – Bus Eibse? And do we need reservation for all the trains, trams and buses we are going to use? If so, how do we book those trains? Thank you!

Nope! no worries, you just hop on any local public transportation all across Germany. And for long haul trains, as long as they are regional this is fine. Salzburg is a lucky trip to take as often there are regional trains going there you can use with your 49€ ticket. For an explanation of what regional trains are we’ve put a helpful breakdown here: https://boredinmunich.com/49-euro-ticket-germany-faqs/ but BRB & RE are regional and you can use them with the ticket (:

Hello, I bought the 49€ ticket online about 10 days ago. I received a confirmation number, but not the ticket. Apparently I’m supposed to get another email with my online ticket. Does it takes that long to be processed?

Ahh we’ve had some issues as well with this, there’s a super huge demand that’s caused the German providers delay, but unfortunately it depends from which app or company you purchased your ticket from and you’d need to follow up directly with them /:

I don’t believe anyone has asked about bringing bicycles on the trains yet. Do you happen to know whether the 49 EUR ticket allows you to bring your bicycle with you, or is it necessary to purchase a separate ticket for your “steel horse”? Thanks!

Great question! yes, you will need to purchase an extra ticket for your 2 wheeled partner, the cost is different depending on if you’re using public transport within Munich or if you’re headed out on a regional train. We’ve put the details for you on a post here if you want to have a look https://boredinmunich.com/49-euro-ticket-germany-faqs/ (its at the bottom!) (:

Hi – I’ve checked but can’t seem to find an answer to this anywhere – what forms of ID can be used for someone coming from the UK? I don’t really want to carry my passport around with me all the time! Thanks very much.

None of us on the team are from the UK, but we have heard from travellers that passports are generally the requested form of identification requested these days. Sorry to not have a better answer, but also our sympathies as your fellow passport holders en route

Hello, Hello, I want to buy the ticket just for July but this ticket is possible to buy only as subscription. If I understand well, I have to buy it latest on 25th June and afterwards ask for cancellation latest on 10th July otherwise the money are automatically deducted from my account. How long is the subscription valid for? Or how long do I have to think about cancelling my ticket for the next month to prevent automatic deduction? Is it possible to buy this ticket without German bank account? Thank you very much

My son, husband and I shall visiting Germany for some days in august. We would come with train from Salzburg. Is it possible to buy the 49 euro ticket and use it from Salzburg to Munchen? Our son is 9 years old, do we have to buy a 49 euro ticket for him also or is he free?

Hi, I’m travelling to Germany on June 27 . Can I buy a ticket from that day and it would work also in July? Or do I have to buy two 49 eur tickets?

It is a month period, so if you wanted to use the ticket for July you will have to buy one and specific the start date is July 1st. If you buy one to use in June it will only cover the remaining days for June

Can we buy this 49 euro ticket physically from the customer center at airport as a tourist.

Yes! but you will need to have an IBAN to provide for the subscription

Hi, a few questions… 1.) Does the DeutschlandTicket have time restrictions like the Bayern Ticket, where you can’t travel before 9am? 2.) You mentioned before that each person has to purchase their own tickets using their own credit cards and accounts, but what about a parent and a 16 year old? Can I purchase both of ours together or do I have to create a separate account for him, and does he have to have his own credit card? 3.) If I want to be able to travel on October 3, can I purchase the ticket on October 3rd, or do I need to purchase it in September for the month of October? Thanks for your help

Hello I will visit germany from 18 to 24 june when try to book deutschland ticket from rmvgo ask me about validity period may until end of current month or june then i need it for only one month

You will need to purchase it for June and then cancel it before June 10th

Hi, do we need to cancel it once and for all? or prior to 10th of each month?

Prior to the 10th of the month otherwise you will be charged for the upcoming month as it is a reoccurring subscription

Thanks for your time with all the wonderful info above. Hence, if i wanted to get ticket for just this month of August, I would need to buy before 10th July on app. Then would need to cancel every month before the 10th. With the app could I print à paper version, too? My phone died on me at the boarding gate last month. ouchhhh

For the ticket it is always a month ahead, so that is correct! You have a QR code for your subscription, so as long as you print out a copy of that with your name and details on it, when they come around to check tickets, providing them with that should work

Hi. Thank you for this post it has helped a lot. Do you know if there are any time restrictions for this type of ticket? I know that some money-saving train tickets, such as the Lander Tickets and the Quer-durchs-Land Tickets, can only be used after 9am. Can you use the Deutschlandticket at any time of the day?

Good question! According the the Deutsche Bahn website, ‘It lets you travel anywhere in Germany, around the clock, for the entire month.’ (:

Does it include the Airport Express (FEX) train?

Unfortunately not ):

I will come to Munich on 10th July and would stay for 10 days only can i buy it once i arrive and if yes how to stop next month subscription after 10th July?

We actually have a full post about that you can see here for step by steps and common faqs (: https://boredinmunich.com/cancel-the-deutschlandticket-49-euro-ticket/

Hi, I bought a 49Euro ticket through MVV with my foreign credit card. When I try to book a train ticket at DB, I select “regional only.” I see the options with prices, which I understand should be covered by the D-ticket. But how do I apply this ticket, since DB doesn’t know I have the D-ticket bought through MVV. Thank you!

You can just go and get on the train and when they come around to check your ticket you show them your 49euro ticket from MVV

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“Deutschland Ticket”: 49 Euro Transport Ticket in Germany – Complete Guide

May 1, 2023 by Edson Amorina Jr 2 Comments

From May 1, 2023, it will be possible to purchase the “Deutschland Ticket” for €49 monthly, allowing passengers to use buses and trains in local and regional public transport across the country. The Deutschland-Ticket is an evolution of the successful 9-Euro-Ticket, offered as a special measure in the summer months of 2022 to alleviate the impact of the pandemic and rising energy, food, heating and mobility prices.

We wrote a complete-use guide on how to buy and use the 9 Euro transport ticket in Germany .

The objective of the initiative is to encourage greater use of public transport, with the sale of more than 52 million tickets in the case of the 9-Euro-Ticket. In addition, Deutschland-Ticket simplifies local transport fares and allows travel between different states and fare zones, helping to make it easier to choose more environmentally friendly means of transport.

The main objective of the €49 “Deutschland Ticket” is to reduce the cost of living in Germany and contribute to the achievement of the country’s climate goals. To help you buy and use the transport ticket, we have prepared a complete guide. Take advantage of this initiative and contribute to a more sustainable future.

The “Deutschland Ticket” is great help to know more about Germany. And to help you plan your trip, we have some publications that can help a lot:

• What to do in Hamburg in Germany – Complete travel guide
• What to do in Hanover in Germany – Complete travel guide
• What to do in Bremen in Germany – Complete travel guide
• Best travel tips for Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany

We also wrote a post with general tips for visiting Germany’s Romantic Road , as well as a list of the 8 attractions on the Romantic Road in Germany. be sure to check it out

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Starting the main subject of this post : our complete guide to using the 49 Euro rail and bus pass in Germany.

How to buy the Deutschland-Ticket?

Customers can purchase the Deutschland-Ticket via DB sales channels such as bahn.com and the DB Navigator app, as well as at DB Travel Centers across Germany.

Direct links to your mobile app and purchase page:

The 49 Euro Deutschland-Ticket does not entitle you to long-distance travel on ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity) or Thalys connections. Other private operators such as FlixTrain also do not participate. And they cannot be used to travel in first-class carriages.

Important, if you are going to travel with a dog or a bicycle, you will have to pay the necessary additional fee. Consult the price at ATMs or train terminals.

Children aged 6 and over need their own ticket, such as their own Deutschland-Ticket.

Where is the Deutschland-Ticket valid in Germany?

The Deutschland-Ticket is an excellent option for anyone wanting to travel around Germany. This ticket can be used on all regional and local trains, allowing you to move freely around the country. In addition, the ticket is valid for an unlimited number of trips on all means of public transport of the participating regional ticketing systems, transport associations and transport companies in accordance with its area of validity and conditions.

Regardless of the transport company, association or regional ticketing system indicated on the ticket, the Deutschland-Ticket can be used throughout the country. For example, if you buy a ticket in Munich, you can use it to travel in and around Frankfurt.

It is important to note that the Deutschland-Ticket is not valid on trains operated by DB Fernverkehr AG or other long distance providers such as FlixTrain (eg IC, EC, ICE as well as RE operated by DB Fernverkehr AG). However, DB Fernverkehr is currently in litigation with the German government governments and authorities regarding rights on certain sections of the line.

Currently, the Deutschland-Ticket is also allowed for long-distance trains (IC, EC, ICE) between Rostock Hbf and Stralsund Hbf. However, it is important to point out that the ticket is not valid on means of transport operated predominantly for tourist or historical purposes.

What is the validity period of the Deutschland-Ticket?

The Deutschland-Ticket is valid from the first day of each calendar month until 3:00 am on the first day of the following month. Therefore, if you plan to travel Germany with the Deutschland-Ticket, be sure to check that your travel dates are within the validity period of the ticket.

With the Deutschland-Ticket, you can enjoy the freedom of traveling in Germany at an affordable, hassle-free price. Be sure to read the important ticket information before your trip.

How can I see which trips I can take with the 49 Euro Deutschland-Ticket ?

As stated, the ticket can be used on local and regional transport. With that in mind, you can plan your trip by combining several of them and go anywhere in the federal republic of Germany. It just takes a lot longer than fast trains like ICE.

See how to set up a trip on regional trains:

• Access bahn.com/en .
• Where it says “ Timetable & Booking “, enter the origin of your trip and your destination.
• IMPORTANT: Check the box that says “Local transport only “.
• If you wanted to refine your search, check your options by clicking the gray “ Further information ” button.
• Click on the “ Show Details ” tab to double-check that the €9 ticket is valid on the trains you intend to take.

Below in the images, I show you how to search from Frankfurt to Munich:

Other questions about the Deutschland Ticket!

In case you have any further questions, the Deutsch Bahn homepage has a question and answer page that covers various points of use:

• Deutschland Ticket FAQ

If you have any questions about the 49€ Deutschland Ticket in Germany, write them in the comments or contact us in touch. We’ll be happy to help!

Video explaining the use of the 49€ Deutschland Ticket in Germany

Video caption (which is in English): As of May 1, 2023, unlimited travel on many trains and public transport throughout Germany is possible for 49 euros per month. Lukas Stege from DW explains where to get the Deutschland ticket, or ‘D-Ticket’, and what you need to know about it.

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October 15, 2023 at 12:05 pm

I am a US citizen and I recently purchased the Germany Ticket on the Rheinbahn app, since they accept credit cards. My hope was to transfer the digital ticket to my DB Navigator app, since I’ll be traveling excusively on DB trains for an upcoming trip. Unfortunately, the DB app doesn’t recognize my order number. Is the barcode for my Germany Ticket subscription universal? That is to say, can I simply show a DB conductor the Germany Ticket bar code from my Rheinbahn app?

October 16, 2023 at 9:50 am

Hi James, I didn’t know about this Rheinbahn App, I actually use only the DB app.

However, going to the company’s website “https://www.rheinbahn.com/deutschlandticket”, you can understand that yes, you can use the Germany Ticket bar code from Rheinbahn app.

Either way, it’s worth asking at the DB office at the train station to avoid any future problems.

Happy travels.

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49 Euro Ticket in Germany: All you need to know about the Deutschlandticket

• May 8, 2023

The Deutschlandticket has been valid since May 1, 2023. As a 49-Euro ticket, it is valid throughout Germany on public transport and regional trains and is sold as a monthly cancelable subscription. For the equivalent of €1.63 per day, it can be used on all regional trains, suburban trains, subways, streetcars and buses throughout Germany. Validity, conditions, discounts: All questions and, above all, answers about the Deutschlandticket can be found here!

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How to book the 49 Euro Deutschlandticket

The Deutschland-Ticket can be sold, for example, as a digital subscription via Deutsche Bahn. It costs 49 euros a month and can be canceled monthly. Cancellation is always possible by the 10th of the month. The ticket is valid nationwide on all public transport networks (bus, streetcar, S-Bahn, U-Bahn, ferries) and on all regional trains throughout Germany. Customers can take out the subscription for instance via the Deutsche Bahn website or via DB Navigator , the Deutsche Bahn App, and at all DB travel centers.

If you want to discover more of Europe by train, read our full guide Discover Germany by Rail , How to rail Europe  or, when it comes to tickets, our guide to  European Train Tickets .

Where is the Deutschlandticket valid?

As a “BahnCard 100 light”, the 49€ Deutschlandticket is a nationwide flat rate for all public transport including all regional trains in 2nd class and should have a similar area of validity as the 9-Euro-Ticket. Since it is valid in all transport companies and transport associations, the entire nationwide regional transport of Deutsche Bahn as well as private rail companies such as Metronom, ODEG, Veolia, etc. can also apply with this. Thus the 49€-Deutschlandticket would apply similarly as the former weekend ticket – and/or its successor Quer-durchs-Land-Ticket – however not for 42 euro per day, but 49 euro per month. The 49€ ticket is valid in Germany on:

• Public buses
• suburban trains
• ferries (e.g. in Hamburg, Berlin)
• Regional trains 2nd class
• Regional express trains 2nd class

The Deutschlandticket is valid for travel abroad: Some regional trains in Germany cross national borders, for example to Salzburg in Austria, to Vaals in the Netherlands or to Swinemünde on the Polish part of the island of Usedom.

The following applies here: The Deutschlandticket for 49 euros is valid on all routes and to all stations to which tickets of the Deutschlandtarif are also valid – i.e. also for cross-border journeys, provided these are also included in the Deutschlandtarif. A selection of the stations abroad to be reached, including journeys there, on which the 49€ ticket is valid:

Journeys to Austria

• ÖBB S3: Freilassing – Salzburg BRB
• RE5: Munich – Salzburg BRB
• RB54: Munich – Kufstein Außerfernbahn: Pfronten-Steinach – Vils – Reutte (Tyrol) – Ehrwald – Griesen

Journeys to Switzerland

• SBB: Zell im Wiesenthal – Lörrach – Basel Bad Bf
• DB Regio: Weil am Rhein – Basel Bad Bf
• DB Regio: Erzingen – Trasadingen – Schaffhausen – Thayngen – Bietingen

Trips to the Netherlands

• ASEAG line 25: Stolberg, Mühlener Bf – Vaals
• ASEAG line 33: Fuchserde – Vaals
• ASEAG line 34: Diepenbenden – Kerkrade

Trips to France

• Alsace-Express: Mainz – Wissembourg
• Weinstraßen-Express: Koblenz – Wissembourg
• Saarbahn (S1): Saarbrücken – Saargemünd
• Saarbahn (MS2): Saarlouis – Creutzwald

Journeys to Luxembourg

• RE11: Trier – Luxembourg

Trips to Poland

• DB Regio: Züssow – Świnoujście Centrum (Swinoujscie)

Tourist railroads:

Railroads that are mainly used for tourism can often be used with the Deutschlandticket for 49 euros, but with a surcharge. However, there are exceptions; for example, the steam trains of the Harzer Schmalspurbahnen can also be used with the Deutschlandticket, except on the section up to the Brocken.

• Zittau narrow-gauge railroad: historical surcharge (8 €) required.
• Weißeritztalbahn: Historic supplement (8 €) required
• Lößnitzgrundbahn: historical surcharge (8 €) required
• Fichtelbergbahn: historical surcharge (8 €) required
• Harzer Schmalspurbahnen: included, also steam trains, except Brockenbahn Drei Annen Hohne – Brocken
• Molli: narrow-gauge railway surcharge (8€ per day or 25€ per week) required
• Rasender Roland: narrow-gauge railway surcharge (8€ per day or 25€ per week) required
• Döllnitzbahn: diesel trains included, for steam trains distance-dependent steam surcharge

Where is the Deutschlandticket not valid?

• Long-distance travel: The Deutschlandticket is not valid on long-distance services operated by Deutsche Bahn or private long-distance companies such as Flixtrain. This means that the 49-euro ticket is not valid on ICE, IC, EC or ECE trains operated by Deutsche Bahn.
• Travel in 1st class: The 49€ Germany ticket is only valid for travel in 2nd class. There is also 1st class on regional trains, but this cannot be used with the Klima-Aboticket. There are likely to be exceptions in North Rhine-Westphalia: The 1st-class supplementary ticket is to cost a total of 69 euros a month.
• Passenger use: Subscription customers know and appreciate the arrangement: They can often take passengers along free of charge during certain periods, such as in the evening or on weekends. It is not yet known how this will work out with the Deutschlandticket.
• Some regional train connections: In addition, the Deutschlandticket will probably not apply to some regional train lines. The background to this is that these train connections are offered by DB Fernverkehr, usually travel as white InterCity trains, may be used with tickets for local trains, but according to current tariff regulations are not considered local or regional trains. Therefore, no Deutschlandticket is valid on these train connections: Berlin Hbf – Elsterwerda (RE 17) Berlin – Eberswalde – Prenzlau (RE 28) Potsdam – Berlin Hbf – Cottbus (RE 56) Dresden Hbf – Freiberg (Saxony) – Chemnitz Hbf (RE 3) Dortmund – Dillenburg (Hesse) (RE 34) Bremen Hbf – Oldenburg (Oldb) – Norddeich Mole (RE 56) Stuttgart Hbf – Horb – Singen (Htw) – Konstanz (RE 87)

49 Euro Deutschlandticket or German Rail Pass?

If you want to travel around Germany, have plenty of time and like to take the train, you can book the 49 Euro Deutschlandticket.

However, because the 49 Euro ticket is not valid on high-speed trains such as the ICE or long-distance trains such as the IC or EC, the German Rail Pass is ideal for all travelers who are only in Germany for a few days and want to cover longer distances. For example, if you want to travel from Berlin to Munich by train, it only takes 4 hours on the ICE – more than 9 hours on regional trains.

In terms of price, of course, the 49 euro ticket is much cheaper: for the equivalent of 1.63 euros per day, all regional trains can be used. The German Rail Pass starts at 153 euros for 3 days’ use of any number of trains, including high-speed trains like the ICE. By the way, there is no obligation to reserve a seat in Germany, but reserving a seat is advisable, especially for ICE trains.

Can bicycles and dogs be taken along free of charge?

The transport of bicycles and dogs with the Deutschlandticket is regulated differently in the transport associations. The tariff regulations in the respective transport association apply. For the transport of bicycles, the transport regulations in the individual federal states must be observed. But even within federal states, transport associations sometimes have their own regulations.

• Carriage of dogs: Dogs can be taken along free of charge with the Deutschlandticket in Berlin, Brandenburg, North Rhine-Westphalia as well as around Dresden in the Verkehrsverbund Oberelbe (VVO).
• Taking bicycles: Bicycles can be taken free of charge on regional trains in Thuringia and around Dresden on the VVO (Verkehrsverbund Oberelbe).

How can I cancel the 49 Euro Deutschlandticket?

The 49 Euro Deutschlandticket can be canceled on a monthly basis. If notice is given by the 10th of a month, the Deutschlandticket ends on the last day of that month. So if you only want to use the Deutschlandticket for one month, you should cancel it immediately after purchasing it.

Can I take other people with me with the  Deutschlandticket?

No, unfortunately you cannot take guest travelers with you if you are traveling with the 49 Euro Deutschlandticket. Every traveller need his own ticket. The same applies to children older than 6 years of age.

Can I book the Deutschlandticket even if I am not a German citizen?

Yes, that is possible. Anyone can buy the 49 Euro ticket and use it on public transport and all regional trains throughout Germany.

The Deutsche Bahn: Germany’s Principal Train Company

The  Deutsche Bahn  is the German InterRail train system. The fastest European train in Germany is the ICE train. The ICE train offers electrical outlets at the seats, free Wi-Fi, meals, and special locations for quiet train travel. There are a number of different ICE railways with the ICE Sprinter being the fastest.

Deutsche Bahn or DB is the main railway in Germany. It has all sorts of interconnected transports by rail, including commercial lines that transport goods and products instead of people. Additionally, Deutsche Bahn (DB) manages regional trains and national trains so that your passenger train tickets come with multiple rail options.

The trains under Deutsche Bahn’s control include the ICE trains, intercity trains, EC trains and the regional express trains. ICE is short for “intercity express,” and is the fastest train transport you can take between major cities. You should consider purchasing a Bahn Card or German rail pass so that you can take full advantage of the ICE trains. The ICE trains cut travel time almost in half.

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Germany gives green light to €49-a-month public transport ticket

Plan for ticket covering regional rail, metro, trams and buses across country follows success of €9 scheme last year

A follow-up to Germany’s immensely popular €9 (£7.90) monthly public transport ticket scheme has been given the green light in the Bundestag, in a move aimed at getting passengers to switch to greener forms of transport.

Parliamentarians on Thursday voted to approve plans to introduce a €49-a-month ticket covering regional rail, metro, trams and bus travel across Germany.

The vote in parliament cleared the way for the national government to cover half of the scheme’s annual cost of €3bn for the next three years, with the other half paid for by Germany’s 16 federal states.

If, as expected, the €49 ticket is given the seal of approval by the German parliament’s upper house, the Bundesrat, on 31 March, the scheme will come into effect on 1 May.

The transport minister, Volker Wissing, hailed the new ticket scheme as a “role model for the whole of Europe” that would boost public transport use. Wissing, of the liberal Free Democratic party (FDP), has been under fire over the transport sector’s failure to meet carbon reduction targets.

The original €9-a-month ticket scheme was put in place from June to the end of August last year to incentivise travellers to switch to greener forms of transport and give financial relief to consumers facing a cost of living crisis. With about half of Germany’s adult population having taking part in the scheme that the government subsidised with €2.5bn, the ticket was as popular as it was inexpensive.

Whether it had a significant positive impact on the environment has been questioned: most Germans used the €9 ticket to travel around the country for leisure, while there has been little statistical evidence showing that those who commute by car changed their transport routines in any meaningful way.

The new ticket – being called “Germany ticket” by the government – is hence designed to be most attractive to people who commute in and out of larger cities, where old subscription-based discount schemes are mostly more expensive than €49 a month.

The ticket, available in digital form via a smartphone app or as a chip card, will work on a subscription model that can be cancelled before the 10th day of each month, meaning it may still pay off as a one-off investment for some holidays or weekend trips.

Long-distance coaches and trains such as those on the high-speed ICE network are not included in the scheme.

Due to Germany’s decentralised political system, tickets bought in different cities or regions will come with different rules and add-ons. In the northern state of Schleswig-Holstein, people travelling on a €49 ticket can also take a bicycle and a dog no bigger than a cat on the train with them for free.

In and around the southern city of Stuttgart, travellers can transfer their ticket subscription to friends, relatives or colleagues if they pay an additional €9.90. States such as Bavaria are offering discounts for students, trainees and those doing voluntary service, who will only have to pay €29 a month.

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Are you looking for the perfect chance to travel through the whole of Germany any time you want for only €49? 🚆

Call off the search, because now exploring Germany’s beautiful landscapes, historic sites, and vibrant cities is easier than ever with the new Deutschland Ticket: an all-inclusive ticket valid throughout Germany for just €49 per month. 

Whether you’re a solo traveler, a family, a friend group, on a romantic getaway or a business trip, this ticket is the ideal option for discovering Germany’s hidden gems while staying on a budget. The Deutschland Ticket is a game-changing transportation solution for all of you living and working in Germany, or people visiting Germany for at least a month.  

Wondering how exactly the 49-euro ticket works and what are the best routes to explore all major German cities? We’ve curated a special travel guide to inspire you and help you plan your next city break. Read this article to find out more! 👇

Everything you need to know about Germany’s 49-euro ticket   

With the 49-euro ticket, financed by the federal and state governments, you can use the local and regional public transport anywhere in Germany, starting from May 1, 2023, and will run for at least 2 years.  

However, even this special ticket has a few restrictions. The ticket is only available with a subscription, allows you to take your dog with you within the Berlin/Brandenburg region, is non-transferable (only the ticket holder can use it), and it doesn’t allow for other passengers or bicycles; except for kids under the age of 6 who can always travel free on public transport in Germany. You cannot use it for EC, IC and ICE, which are faster than regional trains and it also doesn’t grant you access to first-class on regional trains. But exploring Germany for €49 is totally worth it! 

The German government created the 49-euro ticket as part of a financial relief package. Its goal is to help everyone deal with the increased fuel and energy prices. At the same time, it aims to motivate you to reduce your environmental impact by using your vehicles less.  

Where can you buy Germany’s 49-euro ticket?   

You can buy the Deutschland Ticket easily online at abo.bvg.de ., or at sales outlets but there will probably be long queues there. You cannot buy it at ticket machines. For people under the age of 18, a legal representative is required, and the purchase can only be made at BVG customer centers.  

How does the 49-euro ticket work in Germany?   

The Deutschland Ticket costs €49 by subscription with monthly debiting, and no further discounts are available. You can use the ticket in all forms of local and regional transportation in Germany. That includes:

• Local and regional trains

The ticket is valid in every federal state, regardless of where you live in Germany. That sounds pretty tempting, right?   

How can you make the most of the 49-euro ticket for your next city trip?   

We’ve created a MEININGER travel guide to show you how to get the most out of it. For €49 you get to visit 9 beautiful cities: Bremen , Munich , Berlin , Heidelberg , Hamburg , Leipzig , Dresden , Frankfurt , and Cologne .  

Within walking distance to main train stations, MEININGER Hotels are the perfect starting point for your German adventure. Are Berliners and Munichers really that different? Are Leipzig’s youthful vibes going to inspire you to study there as well? Now’s your chance to find out!  

Grab your 49-euro ticket, pack your bag and off you go on your trip through Germany (and a bit of Austria).   

# Option 1: day trip from Berlin  

Even Tom Hanks can’t stop raving about Eisenhüttenstadt, also known as “Iron Hut City”! 

This charming city is a unique blend of medieval charm and futuristic architecture. Built as a showcase project of the DDR, Eisenhüttenstadt was created as Germany’s first socialist planned city for the workers of the Eisenhüttenkombinat Ost. 

Although Eisenhüttenstadt is very old, it remains a work of art. The city’s architectural and urban planning ideals are in full display, with art integrated into its very construction. Make sure you visit the “Museum of Utopia – Everyday Culture and Art from the DDR” and indulge in a snack at the legendary “Aktivist” restaurant. 

Getting there is very easy: simply hop on the RE1 train from Berlin-Hbf. 

# Option 2: Bremen – Hamburg – Berlin – Leipzig – Dresden  

Discover Germany’s 2 biggest port cities, Bremen and Hamburg, before you head to multicultural Berlin. Next, enjoy the charm of Leipzig and dive into the history of Dresden.  

# Option 3: Frankfurt – Heidelberg – Munich – Salzburg  

Visit Frankfurt am Main, the busiest airport city in Germany, then head to the calm and picturesque Heidelberg. Explore the rich culture of Munich and then, make your way to Salzburg if you want to see a bit of Austria too.  

# Option 4: For long-distance travelers

If you enjoy longer hours of traveling and looking out of a train window at wonderful scenery, we recommend trying out these long-distance routes: from Hamburg to Munich, Berlin to Frankfurt or Bremen to Salzburg. 

Germany's 49-euro ticket FAQs

Where can you buy germany's 49-euro ticket .

You can buy the Deutschland Ticket easily online HERE , or at sales outlets but there will probably be long queues there. You cannot buy it at ticket machines. For people under the age of 18, a legal representative is required, and the purchase can only be made at BVG customer centers.  

How does the 49-euro ticket work in Germany? 

The Deutschland Ticket costs €49 by subscription with monthly debiting, and no further discounts are available. You can use the ticket in all forms of local and regional transportation in Germany. That includes buses, U-Bahns, S-Bahns, trams, and local and regional trains. The ticket is valid in every federal state, regardless of where you live in Germany. That sounds pretty tempting, right?

How can you make the most of the 49-euro ticket for your next city trip?

We’ve created a MEININGER travel guide to show you how to get the most out of it. For €49 you get to visit 9 beautiful cities: Bremen, Munich, Berlin, Heidelberg, Hamburg, Leipzig, Dresden, Frankfurt, Salzburg. Within walking distance to main train stations, MEININGER Hotels are the perfect starting point for your German adventure. Are Berliners and Munichers really that different? Are Leipzig’s youthful vibes going to inspire you to study there as well? Now’s your chance to find out!

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Places to travel Beyond Germany with Your €49 Ticket

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Places to Travel Beyond Germany with Your €49 Ticket

Are you tired of the same old routine and itching to explore new destinations? Well, look no further! With your 49 euro ticket, you can venture beyond Germany and discover some incredible places. In this article, we’ll take a look at the places to travel beyond Germany with you €49 ticket.

The Deutschlandticket has been accepted on all regional railways and public transportation throughout the federal republic since May 1, 2023. While this rules out taking long-haul ICE or IC trains, with a little patience, one may go quite a distance with the 49-euro ticket. This involves crossing into a few of Germany’s eight surrounding nations. In some circumstances, stations on the opposite side of a neighboring border can still fall under the German national tariff. This occurs because authorities typically do not place the national train tariff boundaries directly on the actual border between two countries. As long as there is local transportation available for these connections, travelers can use the 49-euro ticket to travel across these borders. From Tønder to Salzburg, Here’s how to utilize your monthly ticket to its maximum capacity.

1) Tønder, Denmark 

This little town is an excellent place to learn about Danish culture and is right across the border from Germany. The Tønder Museum, which features a variety of Danish artwork and antiquities, should definitely be seen. The RB66 departs at Niebüll, Schleswig-Holstein and continues into Denmark to Tønder,, a small Danish town that annually hosts its own self-titled festival, a mainstay on the folk fan calendar.

Additionally, keep in mind that the Danish border town has been a favorite for European elopers since the 1960s if you want to take the 49-euro ticket on a vacation that will genuinely change your life. Due to Denmark’s lax marriage regulations, many couples opt to wed the Scandi way rather than cope with the burdensome German bureaucracy.

2) Luxembourg, Luxembourg

This little nation is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, medieval architecture, and delectable cuisine. Visit the Bock Casemates, the Luxembourg Gardens, and the Grand Duke’s Palace. With the RE11, travelers can reach Luxembourg, one of Europe’s more manageable nations, through Koblenz and Trier. Fans of the now-extinct, but never forgotten, 9-euro ticket will undoubtedly like this one’s extra bonus: all public transportation in Luxembourg is free for both locals and visitors. With the implementation of this legislation in 2020, you can travel the entire length of this little nation for essentially nothing. In Luxembourg, you can easily get off a scorching train and explore the nation on foot. Walking from Wormeldange to Aubange, with a lunch stop in Luxembourg City, takes just under 12 hours.

3) Venlo, The Netherlands

This Dutch city is renowned for both its exciting nightlife and its lovely canals. You should definitely explore the historic city core, and you should certainly try the local cuisine. It only takes six minutes to travel with the RE13 from Germany to Venlo, a small Dutch city that has contributed to the big history of the world. The 49-euro ticket offers foreign locations near borders with unique stories from WWI and WWII. For a relaxing spring or summer vacation, visit the Meuse river and enjoy a refreshing beer at the Cafe de Klep beer garden.

4)  Salzburg, Austria

This is the most you can get out of a 49-euro ticket for city visits outside of Germany. With the Bavarian RE5, you can travel from Munich to Salzburg’s center in about two hours. Salzburg has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996. Salzburg is best known for being the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, who was born there in 1756. This idea is central to the city’s tourism sector, with Mozartkugel pistachio and marzipan chocolates dominating many tourist sites and shops. Now put on your headphones and take a lovely stroll!

5) Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg, just across the Rhine, is a mash-up of both France and Germany. Technically speaking, this inclusion to the list might be dishonest. It will cost a few additional euros because the Strasbourgers don’t actually permit the 49-euro ticket to enter their area. The RB25 is perfect for Francophiles in Germany. It starts in Offenburg and reaches the Alsatian city in just over 30 minutes. Get off at Kehl, the last stop in Germany, and switch trams at Bahnhof Kehl. Strasbourg, accessible by foot, is an ideal weekend getaway. Its colossal Notre Dame towers over the old town, and the Upper Rhine Valley, with shaded picnic areas by the water, is worth exploring.

6. Basel, Switzerland

Basel, a charming Swiss city, is easily accessible from Freidhshafen, Germany, with the Interregio Express (IRE) offering a convenient and affordable travel option under the 49-euro ticket. The journey from Freidhshafen to Basel Bad takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes, making it a perfect addition to your European travel itinerary. Basel offers a plethora of exciting activities and attractions for visitors to enjoy. To make the most of your visit to Basel, we recommend planning for a long weekend or vacation. The city offers a wealth of attractions, and you’ll need at least 72 hours to explore them fully. Furthermore, make sure to enhance your trip by boarding the regularly running Aloha Party Cruise, which connects the old town and Dreiländereck. This unique cruise allows you to experience the meeting point of three countries and enjoy the scenic views. The cafes at Dreiländereck come highly recommended, and the sandy beaches at various cafes make for a delightful and relaxing experience.

Just keep in mind that advance planning is very necessary when traveling outside of Germany . You have places to travel beyond Germany with your €49 ticket. Discover affordable travel choices, reserve lodging at hotels or hostels, and take advantage of regional specials and discounts. You can maximize your 49 euro ticket and generate priceless memories in these incredible locations with a little advance planning. Pack your things, get your 49 euro ticket, and get ready to leave Germany for an amazing trip. Happy travels!

The Deutschlandticket, accepted on regional railways and public transport since May 1, 2023, allows travelers to explore neighboring countries with a 49-euro ticket. Stations near borders often fall under the German tariff, enabling cross-border travel. From Tønder, Denmark, to Salzburg, Austria, and beyond, various destinations offer unique experiences. Luxembourg provides free public transport, while Venlo, Netherlands, boasts canals and nightlife. Salzburg, Austria, charms with its UNESCO heritage, and Strasbourg, France, merges French and German cultures. Basel, Switzerland, accessible from Freidhshafen, Germany, offers a wealth of attractions. With careful planning, travelers can maximize their 49 euro ticket for unforgettable journeys beyond Germany’s borders.

Read more at How To Abroad:

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G ermany's national railway company says it has recorded a 28% increase in regional rail travel since it introduced its so-called Deutschland Ticket 12 months ago.

Describing the pass as "a rocket for regional transport," Deutsche Bahn board member Evelyn Palla said its introduction had seen domestic traveller numbers rise significantly.

The €49-a-month pass allows the bearer unlimited travel on Deutsche Bahn’s domestic network and on most local public transport providers.

"Overall, almost two thirds of the passengers on DB's local and regional transport travel with the Deutschland Ticket, primarily for work commuting," Deutsche Bahn announced on April 30.

While "every second trip" using the pass is to school or work, according to Deutsche Bahn, it is proving popular for weekend getaways, with passengers who use the pass travelling 20% farther than those buying single-trip tickets.

Operators in other nations are emulating Deutsche Bahn, with Portugal's national service last year announcing the introduction of a €49 pass and France's SNCF planning to do likewise in time for Paris's hosting of the Olympic Games.

Deutsche Bahn has meanwhile announced several pass options for football supporters travelling to Germany to watch the 2024 European Championships.

Demand for domestic and international rail travel in Europe appears to be rising as some governments consider expanding curbs on short-distance flights, while several sleeper train routes have been revived, among them a Berlin-Paris overnight route.