Can you take another train on the Deutsche Bahn?
Can you take another train on the Deutsche Bahn? Delays and use of any train In these situations, you can use another DB train to reach the destination you booked (up to 10 a.m. the following day). If you have enough time, please obtain written confirmation from a train attendant or from an employee at a DB information desk.
What happens if I miss my train in Germany?
You simply take the next train. If you have savings fares which are bound to a specified connection, you need to obtain a written confirmation from the conductor on the delayed train (i.e. BEFORE the change) that the train is delayed, then you can use the next available train without any extra fees.
What is the Deutsche Bahn discount?
With the BahnCard you can save 25 % on train fares to many European countries for cross-border travels (RailPlus). Please note: The discount is only applicable for the journey from Germany to some destinations of the participating countries, and back to Germany.
Can I use the same Deutsche Bahn ticket for a different train?
Sparpreis requires you to take the train as booked (Zugbindung) for the ICE. Taking a different regional or local trains the same day is fine.
What if I get on the wrong train?
If the conductor discovers the error, then your chances of a fine increase. Bottom line is that getting on the wrong train is your mistake and you'll incur the cost of any changes. The type of ticket you hold will determine whether you can exchange it at full or partial value or whether you'll need to buy new tickets.
Can I get on a different train if mine is delayed?
You would be able to use the ticket on the next permitted train. If you want to use a different train operator or a different route you would have to get the ticket endorsed at the ticket office. If the delay is their fault they would revalidate the ticket for a different train and / or route.