Concerns are mounting over potential price increases for the Deutschlandticket, a nationwide public transport pass, with advocacy groups warning of detrimental effects on mobility initiatives.
The Sozialverband Deutschland (SoVD), a leading social welfare organization, has voiced its critique of the proposed rise, suggesting it could undermine the ticket’s success in encouraging a shift away from private vehicle use. Michaela Engelmeier, SoVD’s chairperson, cautioned that previous price adjustments have already had a negative impact and any further increases could negate the program’s beneficial outcomes.
Reports indicate a potential price increase from the current €58 to between €62 and €64 per month, potentially taking effect as early as 2026.
Engelmeier emphasized the need for a strong commitment to affordable and sustainable mobility to emerge from the upcoming Sonderverkehrsministerkonferenz (Special Transport Ministers Conference). She called for a binding pledge from both the federal government and state governments to ensure the long-term financial viability of the Deutschlandticket, making mobility accessible to all citizens regardless of income. Furthermore, she stressed that accessibility considerations and a significant expansion of public transportation infrastructure must remain integral goals.
