Yes, there are several discount options for students traveling by train in Germany! Here are some of the best options:
1. Super Saver Fare for Young People
This ticket is available for anyone under 27 years old and costs as little as EUR 12.99 on selected routes. It offers flexible travel within Germany.
Eligibility: Available for anyone under 27 years old.
Price: From EUR 12.99 on selected routes.
Benefits: Flexible travel within Germany. You can book this ticket online, via the app, or at ticket counters.
Additional Discounts: 25% off with BahnCard 25 or 50 (excluding City-Ticket).
Children: Children up to 14 years old travel free when accompanied by an adult.
2. BahnCard 25 and 50
Students can get a 25% discount on tickets with the BahnCard 25 or BahnCard 50. This can be a great option if you travel frequently.
BahnCard 25: Offers a 25% discount on all train tickets.
BahnCard 50: Provides a 50% discount on all train tickets.
Price: BahnCard 25 costs EUR 62.50 per year, and BahnCard 50 costs EUR 123 per year.
Eligibility: Available to everyone, including students.
3. Schönes-Wochenende-Ticket (Happy Weekend Ticket)
This ticket allows unlimited travel on regional trains and S-Bahn trains within Germany for just EUR 44 for the weekend. It’s a great option for weekend getaways.
Price: EUR 44 for the weekend.
Benefits: Unlimited travel on regional trains and S-Bahn trains within Germany for the entire weekend.
Additional Travelers: You can add up to 5 additional travelers for EUR 6 each.
4. Länder Ticket (State Ticket)
Each federal state in Germany offers a Länderticket, which allows unlimited travel within that state for one day. Prices start at EUR 23 plus EUR 6 per additional traveler.
Price: Starts at EUR 23 plus EUR 6 per additional traveler.
Benefits: Unlimited travel within a specific federal state for one day.
States: Each federal state in Germany offers its own Länderticket.
5. Group Saver Fares
If you’re traveling in a group of 6 to 30 people, you can get tickets for as low as EUR 19.90 per person.
Price: From EUR 19.90 per person for groups of 6 to 30 people.
Benefits: Ideal for group travel within Germany.
6. German Rail Pass
This pass allows unlimited travel on all trains in Germany for 5 to 15 days within a month. It’s available for both first and second class travel.
Duration: Available for 5 to 15 days within a month.
Price: Varies depending on the duration and class of travel.
Benefits: Unlimited travel on all trains in Germany, including Intercity Express (ICE).
These options can help you save money while exploring Germany by train.