Germany’s public transport users face notable fare adjustments in the coming year. Many major cities across the country are implementing price increases for buses, trams, and local trains. Meanwhile, the cost of the popular nationwide Deutschlandticket also looks set to climb. Germany public transport fares will therefore become more expensive for most travelers from January 2027.
Several prominent transport networks have already finalized their decisions. Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Bremen have announced significant price hikes. Rising energy, fuel, and staffing costs largely drive these increases.
However, not all regions are following suit. The Rhine-Main Transport Association (RMV), serving Frankfurt and its surrounding areas, presents a notable exception. They have announced a rare fare freeze for 2027. This decision precedes a major overhaul of its entire ticket system.
The Berlin-Brandenburg Transport Association (VBB) will increase fares by an average of 3.72 percent. This change takes effect from January 1st, 2027. Travelers within Berlin’s core AB zone will find good news, as the standard single-ride ticket remains €4.00. This follows a previous rise from €3.80 to €4.00 in early 2026.
Nevertheless, many other tickets are becoming more expensive. For example, the Berlin AB four-trip ticket will jump from €12.40 to €13.20. Short-distance tickets will also rise from €2.80 to €2.90. Passengers heading to BER Airport or the broader Berlin-Brandenburg region will pay more too. The Berlin ABC single ticket is increasing from €5.00 to €5.20. This increase, the VBB states, covers inflation, higher operating costs, and ongoing investment in infrastructure.
Munich commuters will experience one of the largest announced increases. The Munich Transport and Fare Association (MVV) reports an average 4.9 percent fare rise from January 1st. Significantly higher energy and fuel costs mainly drive this adjustment.
Similar to Berlin, the MVV protects some frequently used tickets. The short-distance ticket and the standard single ticket for Munich’s central Zone M will not change. Conversely, other fares are rising. A day ticket for Zone M will reach €10.80, while the multi-trip ticket will cost €21.00, or €19.50 digitally. Weekly passes also face increased prices. A weekly pass for Zone M will cost €25.80, for instance, and a pass covering Zones M to 5 will climb to €87.30. Monthly passes will increase by an average of 4.8 percent.
Moreover, the MVV is simplifying its ticket offerings. They will discontinue over a quarter of current ticket types. Changing travel patterns, such as the popularity of the Deutschlandticket, prompt these changes. The 9am monthly pass and the transfer/extension ticket are among those being phased out.
Hamburg’s transport association HVV will also raise fares in 2027. Yet, some of its most popular tickets will remain unchanged. Passengers within the central Hamburg AB area will continue paying €4.10 for a single ticket and €8.20 for a day ticket.
One significant change could surprise many passengers. HVV is ending its seven-percent online booking discount. Thus, while the official fare remains €4.10 and €8.20, those who previously used the HVV app for discounted tickets will now pay more. The authority explains this discount initially encouraged digital sales but is no longer necessary. More than half of all tickets are now sold digitally.
Short-distance tickets will increase by 10 cents to €2.20. Children’s tickets are also becoming more expensive, rising to €1.70 for a single journey and €3.40 for a day ticket. Furthermore, travelers using three-zone tickets will see a larger jump, with prices increasing from €7.00 to €7.40. HVV attributes these increases to rising personnel and energy costs. Finally, the weekly ticket will no longer be available, largely due to the Deutschlandticket’s success.
The Bremen/Lower Saxony transport association (VBN) will implement an average 3.5 percent fare increase from January. This includes Bremen’s BSAG and Bremerhaven Bus services. In Bremerhaven, a standard single ticket will rise from €3.00 to €3.10. Season tickets and other passes will also see higher prices. The VBN cites continuing increases in energy and staffing costs. They also point to altered passenger behavior following the Deutschlandticket’s introduction. Consequently, some less popular season-ticket products are being withdrawn due to reduced demand.
Millions of Deutschlandticket holders are also likely to face an increase. While not yet officially confirmed, current estimates suggest the nationwide pass could become slightly more expensive. The monthly cost might rise from €63 to between €66.40 and €66.80. A new calculation system, considering staff costs, fuel, electricity prices, inflation, and government subsidies, will determine the final figure.
Many German transport authorities have not yet announced their 2027 fares. Supervisory boards typically meet between September and November to approve new prices. Therefore, major networks covering Stuttgart and the Ruhr region have not yet published their plans.
