9-Euro-Ticket: Where to Buy, FAQ
The 9-euro-ticket will be nationwide ticket for all local & regional transport in Germany.
- It will be available from June 1 to August 31 2022.
- The price will be €9 per month.
- It will be available for everyone, residents and non-residents.
- Among others, it will be available in the German railways mobile app (Android, Apple).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can non-residents buy the ticket?
Yes, the ticket is not restricted to people living in Germany. Everybody can buy it.
Where can I buy the ticket?
It will be sold
- at ticket machines &
- in the apps
of the German Railways (Android, Apple) and local transport companies.
Where is the ticket valid?
It is valid on all local & regional transport:
- public buses within cities
- S-Bahn and U-Bahn (metro)
- regional trains like RB & RE
It is not valid on long-distance transport:
- not in IC/EC/ICE trains
- not in Flixtrain
- not in long-distance buses (Flixbus, …)
How long is the ticket valid?
It is valid for one calendar month, so either for
- June: 1 to 30
- July: 1 to 31
- August: 1 to 31
So you cannot buy it e.g. from June 15 to July 14.
Can children travel for free?
- Yes, if they are under 6, children travel for free.
- Children aged 6 or older need their own 9-euro-ticket.
Is bicycle transport included?
No, bicycle transport is not included.
For a bicycle, you need a ticket according to the rules of the transport company. Make also sure if you can take a bike on the train or bus you are using.
Can I reserve a seat?
No, because the ticket is only valid on local & regional transport. Seat reservation are usually not possible in such trains.