Frequently asked questions about "BahnCard"

The BahnCard 25 gives you a BahnCard discount of 25 per cent on flexible, saver and super saver fares within Germany in the corresponding coach class. The chargeable City-Ticket for the saver fare and super saver fare is not discounted.

You can use the ICE and IC/EC trains, ÖBB Nightjet (reservation may be required) and local transport (IRE, RE, RB, S-Bahn).

Many transport associations, bus operators and private rail operators also grant BahnCard 25 discounts.

If the BahnCard is recognised on the desired connection, the discount is automatically deducted at the time of booking. You can use the digital BahnCard in the same way as the plastic BahnCard for the various regional fares and transport associations.

Whether the BahnCard is recognised in the respective state tariffs or transport associations is regulated by their tariff and transport conditions.

The BahnCard is available to all travellers between the ages of 27 and 64. When you order your BahnCard, your date of birth is used to check whether you comply with this. 

Please also show your official photo ID during the ticket inspection on the train. 

Our tips:

• Travellers between the ages of 6 and 26 can use the My BahnCard
• Persons up to and including 64 years of age who receive a pension due to full invalidity, and severely disabled persons with a disability rate of at least 70 are entitled to a discounted BahnCard
• The BahnCard for senior citizens is available for people aged 65 and over

The costs of the BahnCard 25 are as follows:

• EUR 62.90 for second class
• EUR 125 for first class

The BahnCard is valid for 12 months. The BahnCard 25 is valid for 1 year from the 1st day of validity. It is automatically extended for a further year unless it is cancelled in text form 4 weeks before the end of the term.

Yes, this BahnCard is always automatically extended by one year unless it is cancelled in writing 4 weeks before it is due to expire. The subsequent card is either a regular or reduced BahnCard, or a first/second-class My BahnCard.

Queries about the subscription

You can cancel your BahnCard 25 up to six weeks before the end of the validity period.

Simply use your customer account:

1. Log in to your customer account via website.
2. Under "BahnCard" and "Options" you can find out whether you can cancel.
3. If cancellation is possible, confirm by clicking "Cancel BahnCard".

You can buy your BahnCard 25 online right here. 

It is also available at DB travel centres and Deutsche Bahn agencies, as well as in the DB Navigator app.

BahnCard Services let you manage your BahnCard, use your digital BahnCard, view invoice documents, order a replacement card and much more.

Manage BahnCard

A BahnCard 25 purchased during the special offer period is valid for 12 months from the first day of validity. It must be cancelled in writing four weeks before its expiration date. If not, it will be continued as a regular BahnCard or a discounted one, such as a BahnCard for senior citizens or a My BahnCard for young people, in first or second class, as appropriate. Your date of birth is used to check which BahnCard will be selected as the subsequent card.

The price of the BahnCard 25 during the special offer period is as follows:

• EUR 29.99 in 2nd class
• EUR 59.99 in 1st class

All passengers can purchase the BahnCard 25 at the promotional price. During the special offer period, the BahnCard 25 at the promotional price offers the best value for money for all customer groups. The latest possible first day of validity must fall within this period.

The BahnCard 25 is valid for 12 months. It must be cancelled in writing four weeks before its expiration date. If not, it will be continued as a regular BahnCard or a discounted one, such as a BahnCard for senior citizens or a My BahnCard for young people, in first or second class, as appropriate. Your date of birth is used to check which BahnCard will be selected as the subsequent card.

The BahnCard 50 gives you a BahnCard discount of 50 per cent on flexible fares and 25 per cent on saver and super saver fares within Germany in the corresponding coach class. The chargeable City-Ticket for the saver fare and super saver fare is not discounted.

You can use the ICE and IC/EC trains, ÖBB Nightjet (reservation may be required) and local transport (IRE, RE, RB, S-Bahn).

Many transport associations, bus operators and private rail operators also grant BahnCard 50 discounts.

If the BahnCard is recognised on the desired connection, the discount is automatically deducted at the time of booking. You can use the digital BahnCard in the same way as the plastic BahnCard for the various regional fares and transport associations.

Whether the BahnCard is recognised in the respective state tariffs or transport associations is regulated by their tariff and transport conditions.

The BahnCard is available to all travellers between the ages of 27 and 64. When you order your BahnCard, your date of birth is used to check whether you comply with this. 

Please also show your official photo ID during the ticket inspection on the train. 

Our tips:

• Travellers between the ages of 6 and 26 can use the My BahnCard
• Persons up to and including 64 years of age who receive a pension due to full invalidity, and severely disabled persons with a disability rate of at least 70 are entitled to a discounted BahnCard
• The BahnCard for senior citizens is available for people aged 65 and over

The costs of the BahnCard 50 are as follows:

• EUR 244 for second class
• EUR 492 for first class

The BahnCard is valid for 12 months. The BahnCard 50 is valid for 1 year from the 1st day of validity. It is automatically extended for a further year unless it is cancelled in text form 4 weeks before the end of the term.

Yes, this BahnCard is always automatically extended by one year unless it is cancelled in writing 4 weeks before it is due to expire. The subsequent card is either a regular or reduced BahnCard, or a first/second-class My BahnCard.

Queries about the subscription

You can cancel your BahnCard 50 up to six weeks before the end of the validity period.

Simply use your customer account:

1. Log in to your customer account via website.
2. Under "BahnCard" and "Options" you can find out whether you can cancel.
3. If cancellation is possible, confirm by clicking "Cancel BahnCard".

You can buy your BahnCard 50 online right here. 

It is also available at DB travel centres and Deutsche Bahn agencies, as well as in the DB Navigator app.

BahnCard Services lets you manage your BahnCard, use your digital BahnCard, view invoice documents, order a replacement card and much more online.

Manage BahnCard

The trial BahnCard 50 gives you a 50% BahnCard discount on flexible fares and a 25% discount on super saver and saver fares within Germany in the corresponding travel class.

You can use the ICE, IC/EC trains, ÖBB Nightjet (reservation may be required) and local transport (IRE, RE, RB, S-Bahn).

Many transport associations, bus operators and private rail operators also provide trial BahnCard 50 discounts.

If the BahnCard is recognised on the desired connection, the discount is automatically deducted at the time of booking. You can use the digital BahnCard in the same way as the plastic BahnCard for the various regional fares and transport associations.

Whether the BahnCard is recognised in the respective state tariffs or transport associations is regulated by their tariff and transport conditions.

Anyone can purchase a trial BahnCard.

A trial BahnCard 50 does not feature a photo. When travelling, please bring your passport or national ID card with you for presentation during ticket inspection. No photo ID is required for holders under the age of 16.

The trial BahnCard 50 costs

• EUR 76.90 for 2nd class and
• EUR 152 for 1st class.

A trial BahnCard is valid for 3 months from the first day of validity.

Your trial BahnCard 50 is automatically renewed for one year unless you cancel it in writing at least 4 weeks before it is due to expire. The follow-up card will be a regular or reduced BahnCard 50 or a My BahnCard 50 for 1st or 2nd class.

You can cancel your trial BahnCard 50 up to four weeks before the end of the validity period.

Simply use your customer account:

1. Log in to your customer account via website.
2. Under "BahnCard" and "Options" you can find out whether you can cancel.
3. If cancellation is possible, confirm by clicking "Cancel BahnCard".

You can order the trial BahnCard 50 right here online. 

It can also be purchased at a DB Travel Centre, a Deutsche Bahn agency or in the DB Navigator app.

The trial BahnCard 25 gives you a 25% BahnCard discount on flexible and saver fares within Germany in the corresponding travel class.

You can use the ICE, IC/EC trains, ÖBB Nightjet (reservation may be required) and local transport (IRE, RE, RB, S-Bahn).

If the BahnCard is recognised on the desired connection, the discount is automatically deducted at the time of booking. You can use the digital BahnCard in the same way as the plastic BahnCard for the various regional fares and transport associations.

Whether the BahnCard is recognised in the respective state tariffs or transport associations is regulated by their tariff and transport conditions.

Anyone can purchase a trial BahnCard 25.

A trial BahnCard 25 does not feature a photo. When travelling, please bring your passport or national ID card with you for presentation during ticket inspection. No photo ID is required for holders under the age of 16.

The trial BahnCard 25 costs

• EUR 19.90 for 2nd class and
• EUR 39.90 for 1st class

A trial BahnCard is valid for 3 months from the first day of validity.

Your trial BahnCard 25 is automatically renewed for one year unless you cancel it in writing at least 4 weeks before it is due to expire.

You can cancel your trial BahnCard 25 up to four weeks before the end of the validity period.

Simply use your customer account:

1. Log in to your customer account via website.
2. Under "BahnCard" and "Options" you can find out whether you can cancel.
3. If cancellation is possible, confirm by clicking "Cancel BahnCard".

You can order the trial BahnCard 25 right here online. 

It can also be purchased at a DB Travel Centre, a Deutsche Bahn agency or in the DB Navigator app.

My BahnCard 25 gives you a 25% BahnCard discount on super saver, saver and flexible fares. 

The My BahnCard 50 gives you a 50% BahnCard discount on flexible fares and a 25% discount on super saver and saver fares within Germany in the corresponding travel class.

You can use the ICE, IC/EC trains, ÖBB Nightjet (reservation may be required) and local transport (IRE, RE, RB, S-Bahn).

Many transport associations, bus operators and private rail operators also provide My BahnCard discounts.

If the BahnCard is recognised on the desired connection, the discount is automatically deducted at the time of booking. You can use the digital BahnCard in the same way as the plastic BahnCard for the various regional fares and transport associations.

Whether the BahnCard is recognised in the respective state tariffs or transport associations is regulated by their tariff and transport conditions.

All young travellers from 6 to 26 years of age can use the My BahnCard 25 or My BahnCard 50. As a result, both cards are attractive options for many students.

However, My BahnCard is a subscription product and may not be purchased by anyone under the age of 18. For these young travellers, the card must be purchased at a DB Travel Centre or DB agency by a parent or guardian.

A My BahnCard does not feature a photo. When travelling, please bring your passport or national ID card with you for presentation during ticket inspection. No photo ID is required for holders under the age of 16.

• My BahnCard 25 (2nd class) for EUR 39.90 per year
• My BahnCard 25 (1st class) for EUR 81.90 per year
• My BahnCard 50 (2nd class) for EUR 79.90 per year
• My BahnCard 50 (1st class) for EUR 241 per year

The My BahnCard 25/50 is valid for 12 months from the first day of validity.

Yes, your My BahnCard 25 or My BahnCard 50 is automatically renewed for one year unless you cancel it in writing at least 4 weeks before it is due to expire. The follow-up card will be either a new My BahnCard or a regular or reduced BahnCard for 1st or 2nd class.

Queries about the subscription

You can cancel your My BahnCard up to 4 weeks before the end of the validity period.

Simply use your customer account:

1. Log in to your customer account via website.
2. Under "BahnCard" and "Options" you can find out whether you can cancel.
3. If cancellation is possible, confirm by clicking "Cancel BahnCard".

Passengers aged 18 and up can order their My BahnCard here online. 

The cards can also be purchased at a DB Travel Centre, a Deutsche Bahn agency or in the DB Navigator app.

Note:

My BahnCard is a subscription product and may not be purchased by anyone under the age of 18. For these young travellers, the card must be purchased at a DB Travel Centre or DB agency by a parent or guardian.

BahnCards can be purchased up to 6 months in advance. Tickets can be booked up to 12 months in advance. It is not necessary to already have a valid BahnCard at the time of booking for a journey planned in the future. A valid BahnCard must only be presented on the day of travel.

A BahnCard can only be purchased by a person with a customer account on bahn.de. A valid, personal e-mail address is required by the person creating a customer account. To be able to use and present the digital BahnCard, customers also need the customer account in order to log into the DB Navigator app. In DB Navigator, the digital BahnCard is stored in the customer account; the account holder can access it when logged in.