What happens if I don't pay for my BahnCard?


What happens if I don't pay for my BahnCard? So your bahncard was renewed(as you did not cancel it) for which you have to pay. Since you did not pay that amount the DB sent you a letter through the Inkasso (Collection Office). If your card was renewed you MUST pay and you are legally bound to do so.


Does BahnCard automatically renew?

Is a My BahnCard automatically renewed like a subscription? Yes, your My BahnCard 25 or My BahnCard 50 is automatically renewed for one year unless you cancel it in writing at least 6 weeks before it is due to expire.


Are BahnCards worth it?

It gives you 100 % reduction of the standard train ticket price, so you don't need to pay for the ticket at all. However, this BahnCard is only worth the money if you travel long distances regularly throughout an entire year.


What 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.


How much does it cost to get a BahnCard?

A reduced BahnCard is available for children, students (up to 26 years), pensioners over 60 and spouses. It costs 81 Euro (1st class) or 41 Euro (2nd class). BahnCard 50 costs 515 Euro (1st class) or 255 Euro (2nd class). The discount you receive is 50 % on standard fare train tickets.


What is BahnCard Business 25?

BahnCard Business 25, first class 25% discount on the flexible fare, flexible business fare and super saver fare in first and second class.


How do I pay my BahnCard renewal?

You can use the following payment methods to pay our website or in the app: PayPal, giropay, direct debit, Apple Pay and credit card.


Do they check tickets in Germany?

In Germany, ticket checks on trains are usually carried out by the train attendant or designated ticket inspectors. When you board the train, you may encounter ticket barriers or validators at the entrance.


Can tourists buy 49-euro ticket?

Introduced in the spring of 2023, the Deutschland-Ticket offers unlimited travel anywhere in the country using local and regional public transit for only 49 Euros a month. The ticket is available to tourists and non-residents so I decided to try it out on a trip to Munich.