Overview

• The Deutschlandticket will remain at its current price of €58 per month through 2025 and 2026, according to proposals from coalition negotiations.
• A price increase starting in 2027 is planned, with a focus on socially acceptable adjustments and increased user contributions.
• The current funding model, requiring €1.5 billion annually each from federal and state governments, is only secured through 2025.
• The SPD supports the ticket’s continuation at an affordable price, while the CDU/CSU raises concerns about its financial sustainability and rural accessibility.
• Environmental groups and transit advocates, including Greenpeace, have called for expanded services and social ticket options to enhance affordability and accessibility.