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Transportation for Students in Germany
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- A single ticket in most cities is valid for up to two hours on ALL modes of transport (U-Bahn, S-Bahn, bus, tram) for the same journey.
- Germany is a cyclist's dream, with dedicated bike paths, a relaxed cycling culture, and affordable rentals.
- A 49 Euro Ticket gives you unlimited travel across Germany.
Public Transportation & Quality of Life in Germany
Increased mobility & freedom | Transportation allows you to cover long distances quickly if you don't have a vehicle of your own. It also saves you from the chore of always asking your neighbour or friend to drive you to places. |
Improved time management | Imagine not getting stuck in the morning traffic jam and catching up on emails on a comfortable train. Public transportation like trains don't have to wait for the traffic to move, allowing you to reach your destination on time. |
Environmental benefits | Public transportation is better because it reduces reliance on personal vehicles, leading to less traffic congestion, air pollution, and noise. |
Landing in Germany
- So we are at the airport, and riding a cab doesn't compel you as much as the exhilarating adventure of waiting on the train. No worries, as you will often be able to find train ticket machines inside the airport, similar to the ones in Delhi NCR metro stations. You can buy a ticket to your destination from these machines: the green machines are for local trains, and the red ones are for long-route trains.
- Next, you will install the Deutsche Bahn (DB Navigator) app, a must-have public transportation app in Germany. This application provides up-to-date information on train schedules, buses, and trams. You can also use it to check fares and routes.
- Now the rest is easy - ride the train, get home and take a breather because next, we will discuss the different modes of transportation to help you attend your university lectures and explore the city.
Modes of Transportation in Germany
U-Bahn (Underground Train)
Ticket Type | Estimated Fare |
Single Ticket | €2 - €4 |
Day Tickets | €6 - €12 |
S- Bahn or Stadtschnellbahn (Over Ground Train)
Ticket Type | Estimated Fare |
Single Ticket | €1.50 - €5 |
Short-Trip Tickets | €2 - €3 |
Trams (Straßenbahn)
Ticket Type | Estimated Fare |
Single Trip | €1 - €2 |
Short-trip Tickets | These might be valid for a certain number of stops and cost slightly less than a single ticket. |
Buses
Ticket Type | Estimated Fare |
Single Ticket | €1 - €2 |
Day Pass | €5 - €8 for a single zone |
Bikes
Bike Type | Estimated Fare |
Regular Bikes | €1 - €3 per hour & €5 - €15 for daily rentals |
E-Bikes | €2 - €4 per hour & €10 - €20 per day |
Public Transportation Tickets for International Students in Germany
Semester Ticket
Deutschland ticket (D-Ticket)
Social Ticket (Sozialticket)
Single Tickets
Alternatives of Public Transport for students in Germany
Taxis or Cabs
Car
Ride Sharing
Useful Transportation Apps
Mode of transportation | Apps |
For Trains, buses and trams |
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For Car Intercity Rides | Blablacar |
For Taxi |
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For E-Scooter Rides |
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Conclusion
FAQ
- U-Bahn
- S-Bahn
- Trams
- Buses
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