Guide: How to Buy Your Ticket for Train, Subway & Bus as a Tourist in Germany
Planning a trip to Germany and want to move through the cities stress-free? Then the Deutschlandticket is exactly what you need! But how do you buy it most easily and what should you keep in mind? Let's figure this out together.
Why the Deutschlandticket is Perfect for Tourists
The Deutschlandticket is your key to virtually unlimited rides on buses, trains, subways, trams, and even regional trains throughout Germany. The best part? You no longer have to buy a ticket at every stop or deal with complicated fare zones. Simply hop on and go -- throughout all of Germany!
How to Buy as a Tourist
- Visit TicketPlus+ and select the Deutschlandticket.
- Pay with Apple Pay, Google Pay, credit card, or PayPal.
- Receive your digital ticket instantly in the app.
- Add it to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet for quick access.
Tips for Tourists
- The ticket is valid for one calendar month (not 30 days from purchase).
- You can pause with TicketPlus+ to use it for just one month.
- Children under 6 travel free.
- Not valid on ICE, IC, or EC long-distance trains.