Amid current energy crises, demands are growing to freeze the price of the Deutschlandticket, which is currently set at 63 euros, rather than increasing it on January 1, 2027.
Detlef Neuß, Honorary Chairman of the passenger association Pro Bahn, advised the “Rheinische Post” (Thursday edition) that the mandated price increase for the Deutschlandticket across 2027 and 2028 must be suspended. He specified that the necessary financial resources for this freeze are significantly less than the 1.6 billion euros allocated for fuel discounts.
Echoing this concern, Oliver Krischer, the Minister for Transport in North Rhine-Westphalia (The Greens), also voiced opposition to any price hike. Krischer stated to the paper that maintaining a stable price for the Deutschlandticket would send the correct message during uncertain times. Furthermore, the Grünen politician argued that the public local transport system should not suffer if billions are being mobilized for fuel subsidies and cuts to air traffic taxes. He also proposed a measure that would significantly ease the burden on many families: free travel for children and youth.
Meanwhile, Petra Berg, the transport minister for Saarland (SPD), issued a warning regarding the rising operational costs in public transport. She cautioned against creating a situation where the government subsidizes gasoline while simultaneously having to cut services on buses and trains.
