Without Deutschlandticket: What single tickets really cost you
Fact
German commuters without the Deutschlandticket spend an average of €120–200 per month on public transport. With the Deutschlandticket at €63/month you can save up to €1,644 per year.
The problem: commuting costs you underestimate
Single tickets feel cheap – €3 here, €3.50 there. But do the maths: two trips per day, 22 working days per month. That's quickly €132–154. Every month. Twelve times a year.
On top of that, there are hidden costs: the hassle of buying a ticket every time, fare increases you barely notice, and the fact that your regional monthly pass only works in one transport network.
Why "business as usual" costs you dearly
Without a nationwide pass, you pay extra for every trip beyond your fare zone. And if your commute changes – new job, new office, business trip – you need a completely new ticket.
Without Deutschlandticket
- Single tickets: €132–200/month
- Valid in one transport network only
- No pause option – you pay even on holiday
- No extras (no car sharing, no e-scooters)
- Fare increases every year
With Deutschlandticket (TicketPlus+)
- €63/month – valid across Germany
- All buses, trains, trams, RE/RB included
- Pause feature for holidays or work from home
- ~€10 sharing credits (MILES, Bolt, TIER, Lime)
- Express checkout via Apple Pay
Cost comparison: how much you save
| Ticket type | Cost/month | Cost/year | Savings vs. single tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single tickets (city, 2×/day) | ~€150 | ~€1,800 | – |
| Regional monthly pass | ~€95 | ~€1,140 | ~€660/year |
| Deutschlandticket (TicketPlus+) | €63 | €756 | ~€1,044/year |
The solution: Deutschlandticket with extras
The Deutschlandticket solves all of these problems: one price, one ticket, valid everywhere. And at TicketPlus+ you get extras that no other provider offers:
- Pause feature: pause your subscription instead of cancelling. Perfect for holidays, parental leave, or work-from-home months.
- ~€10 Sharing Credits: monthly credits for MILES car sharing, Bolt, dott, TIER, and Lime in 90+ cities.
- Express Checkout: buy via Apple Pay or Google Pay in under 2 minutes.
- €20 new customer bonus: on your first purchase or as a switch bonus from another provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Save over €1,000 per year
Trade overpriced single tickets for the Deutschlandticket at €63/month. With pause feature, sharing credits, and express checkout at TicketPlus+.