Traffic B1

Train travel with DB: ticket, change, delay

Practical orientation for long-distance transport, seat reservations and connecting trains.

db bahn fernverkehr

What is that?

For longer distances, ICE/IC trains are central; Connections may contain transfers.

Where do I do that?

DB Navigator app, bahn.de or DB Reisezentrum.

Required documents

  • Ticket (digital or printed)
  • If necessary, BahnCard

Typical costs

Prices depend on booking time, route and flexibility.

Note: Costs may vary by state or city.

Progress

  1. 1 Select connection
  2. 2 Optionally add reservation
  3. 3 Check platform
  4. 4 If you are late, check connection rules

Important German words & sentences

der Umstieg - Wechsel auf einen anderen Zug
Die Verspätung - Ankunft nach Planzeit
Die Reservierung - gesicherter Sitzplatz
Auf welchem Gleis fährt der Zug ab?
Ich verpasse wegen Verspätung meinen Anschluss.

Common mistakes

  • • Shortly before departure, flex prices are often significantly higher.

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