Germany train travel tips & questions - This is another contribution to my growing train travel guide. Look around, and you'll certainly find useful answers to your questions.
I have already written a few pages to help you get around by public transport. This includes info about the German rail network and trains in Germany, whether or not using rail passes might save you money, the BahnCard while you travel in Germany by train.
Getting around in cities and metropolitan areas like Frankfurt, Berlin, Ruhr?
Nothing better than using public transport. You would lose more time in daily traffic jams than on any delayed train, believe me. Buses S- and U-Bahnen bring you everywhere, and you don't have to spend a fortune on parking fees.
Here's the overview of all rail related topics.
Just a few thoughts on planning your train journey.
Having some experience with train travel in Germany, I am sure I can answer your general questions.
Please understand, I can't give you individual schedules and prices, I am not a travel agent.
However, I have partnered with the Deutsche Bahn, RailEurope and ACP Rail to offer you the possibility to get more information about timetables, tickets and rail passes. Find the relevant links in the grey box above right.
Okay, here a a few frequently asked questions answered.
(German Website)
European Timetables
Don't think it is too complicated to travel by train, it isn't. Train travel is fun, and the most relaxed way to discover Germany.
Below is a list of questions (and answers) readers have already asked. I am pretty sure you will find many useful tips there.
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Rhine Valley from Frankfurt
What train pass should I buy to visit Rhine Valley from Frankfurt?
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German train tickets
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Train connection and special fare
What if I miss a connection on a special fare because my first train was late?
I am looking at booking a train journey for 2 of us to go from Berlin …
Rail pass for German citizens
We are traveling to Germany from the U.S. to visit our foreign exchange student and his family. We are taking he and his brother with us to see Germany …
German Rail pass validity
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If we (a couple 2 adults) buy a 5-day German Rail pass, could we use it to travel as below:
* Day 1 Munich to Salzburg
* Day 2 Salzburg to Eagles …
Train tickets Germany
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Question about most economical transportation for short trip
I'm in Wolfsburg until August 7, 2010. I want to make a trip to visit a new friend in Hannover. I met her on my connection flight from Frankfurt to Hannover. …