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4mo ago

Deutschlandticket Marks Two Years with Calls for Long-Term Stability and Expansion

With 13.5 million users and notable environmental and cost-saving benefits, stakeholders push for funding certainty and social equity measures.

Ein Mann geht an einem Bahnhof mit seinem Fahrrad zwischen der Werbung für das Deutschlandticket und einer Regionalbahn entlang.
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Eine Hand hält ein Deutschlandticket

Overview

  • The Deutschlandticket, introduced in May 2023, now serves 13.5 million users, offering significant savings and environmental benefits.
  • Studies estimate the ticket has saved 2.3 million tonnes of CO₂ by shifting trips from cars to public transport.
  • Users have collectively saved €4.25 billion in transportation costs over two years, averaging €17.10 in monthly savings per person.
  • Stakeholders urge permanent funding commitments to end annual budget uncertainties and focus on enhancements like job-ticket schemes and a €25 social ticket.
  • The transport industry aims to raise user numbers to at least 15 million, emphasizing affordability and accessibility improvements.