What if I miss my train in Germany?


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.


Do you have to validate train tickets in Germany?

Your ticket must be validated, either before you board the train (using machines at the station entrance or on the platform), or immediately after you board a bus or tram (using machines in the aisle). The “Entwerter” stamps your ticket with a code for the date and time.


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 a train is delayed and I miss my connection Deutsche Bahn?

If you do have Saver/Super-Saver tickets and you manage to make the first train but get to Karlsruhe late, your missing the connecting train is the fault of the Bahn, and they will make it up to you.


Can I travel with same ticket if I miss my train?

According to railway regulations, once you reserve a seat, you are not permitted to use the same ticket to board the next train.


Can I get a later train with an advance ticket?

Advance train tickets aren't flexible, so you must catch the train specified on your ticket. If you catch an earlier train, you may have to pay additional fees, so please check with ticket staff at the station.


What happens if you miss off peak train?

Missed train due to rail delays Do you have a flexible train ticket, such as an Off-Peak or Super Off-Peak ticket? No problem. Just hop on the next train, so long as your ticket doesn't have any restrictions on which company you can use. In this case, you might need to stick to the operator on the ticket.


How long does a train have to be late to get a refund?

Verify Your Eligibility for a Refund: In accordance with railway rules, you are entitled to a full refund of your ticket price if your train is three hours or more late. You can cancel the ticket in this case.


What does HBF mean in German?

Hbf – Hauptbahnhof, the main or central station of a town or city.


What if my train is late and I miss my connection?

If you miss your connecting train This means you'll usually be permitted to travel on the next available train free of charge if your first train is delayed. They do not entitle you to a full refund of your order. You may need to show your tickets on later services as evidence of the delay.


Can I get on another train if I miss mine?

Depending on the class of ticket you have, you may or may not be allowed to board the next train with the same ticket. According to railway regulations, once you reserve a seat, you are not permitted to use the same ticket to board the next train.