Cheapest Train Routes in Germany
Travel Germany on a budget. Discover the cheapest routes, secret savings, and how to explore for €49/month.
Budget Travel Strategies
💰 Deutschland-Ticket (€49/month)
Best For: Multiple trips, flexible schedules, budget travelers
Covers: ALL regional trains (RE, RB, S-Bahn), buses, trams nationwide
Excludes: ICE/IC high-speed trains
Example: Berlin → Munich takes 9h (vs 4h ICE) but unlimited monthly travel for €49 vs €100+ per ICE trip.
🎯 Sparpreis Tickets
Book: 3 months ahead using DB Navigator app
Prices: From €17.90 (vs €70+ regular)
Routes: Berlin-Hamburg, Munich-Frankfurt, Cologne-Berlin
Tip: Tuesday-Thursday cheapest. Avoid Friday PM/Sunday PM. Flexible dates save money! Use BahnCard for extra savings.
Cheapest Popular Routes
Berlin → Hamburg
ICE: 2h, €70+ regular | €19.90 Sparpreis
Regional: 3h, €20-30 | €49 Deutschland-Ticket
Munich → Salzburg
Bayern-Ticket: €27 for up to 5 people!
Time: 2h regional vs 1.5h ICE
Savings: Massive for groups
Frankfurt → Cologne
ICE: 1h, €50+
Sparpreis: €17.90 if booked early
FlixTrain: Sometimes €9.99!
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Price Disclaimer: All prices mentioned on this page are non-binding and subject to change. Prices are examples only and may vary depending on booking time, route, and availability. Current and binding prices are available exclusively on the official websites of the respective providers (e.g., bahn.com or omio.com).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the cheapest way to travel long distances in Germany?
Deutschland-Ticket (€49/month) for regional trains. For high-speed: book Sparpreis tickets 3 months ahead (from €17.90). FlixTrain sometimes beats DB prices.
Are there secret cheap routes?
Yes! Regional trains on same route as ICE but half the price. Example: Berlin-Hamburg via regional takes 3h vs ICE 2h but costs €20 vs €70. Use regional day passes for groups.
Can I travel Germany for €49?
Absolutely! Deutschland-Ticket covers ALL regional trains nationwide. Berlin to Munich: 9 hours but only €49 for entire month of unlimited travel.