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Saxony Secures 2025 Deutschlandticket Funding with €43 Million Commitment

State and federal governments will equally share costs to maintain the €58 monthly fare, with plans for gradual price adjustments from 2029.

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Overview

  • Saxony's cabinet approved €43 million in state funding for the Deutschlandticket in 2025, matched by €43 million from the federal government.
  • The ticket price remains stable at €58 per month for 2025, continuing its affordability for nationwide public transit access.
  • The federal coalition agreement ensures the Deutschlandticket's continuation beyond 2025, with user-funded price increases planned from 2029.
  • Approximately 540,000 people in Saxony are reported to use the Deutschlandticket, highlighting its widespread adoption.
  • Advocates are pushing for enhanced affordability measures, including employer-sponsored jobtickets and subsidized social fares.