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Does Eurail Pass work on Deutsche Bahn?

Your German Rail Pass is also valid on several Deutsche Bahn IC trains and coaches. Please note it's not possible to travel on any night trains.



Yes, the Eurail Pass is fully integrated with Deutsche Bahn (DB), Germany's national railway, and is one of the most effective ways to use the pass in 2026. It covers virtually all DB-operated trains, including the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), and EC (EuroCity) lines, as well as regional trains like the RE (Regional-Express) and RB (Regionalbahn). A major advantage of using Eurail in Germany is that seat reservations are optional on almost all domestic ICE trains; you can simply board any train and sit in an unreserved seat. The only major exceptions are international high-speed routes—such as those to Paris, Brussels, or Copenhagen—and certain seasonal "peak" trains during the summer (late June to August), where reservations may be mandatory. Additionally, the pass covers the S-Bahn networks in major cities like Berlin, Munich, and Frankfurt, which are operated by DB. However, it does not cover U-Bahn (subways), trams, or buses, which are run by local municipal transit authorities. The 2026 Eurail app remains the primary tool for logging journeys and showing your digital pass to DB conductors.

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Germany is not available as a Eurail One Country Pass. If you only want to travel in Germany, check out the German Rail Pass.

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Eurail passes do not cover local transport like trams or metros, only intercity trains. Rail Europe is another company that offers similar European train passes.

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This is your all-in-one train ticket to Europe! Just make sure you travel within the time frame outlined on your ticket. Eurail passes do not cover local transport like trams or metros, only intercity trains. Rail Europe is another company that offers similar European train passes.

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I am planning a trip to Europe and I am thinking about getting the Eurail Italy pass since I'm planning to explore Venice, Florence and Milan. I am wondering if you can use the Eurail Italy pass in subway stations in Milan? No. City metros/subways/trams/buses are not part of the pass network.

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On all trains covered by Interrail/Eurail: No, just as long as you can carry it. Be aware stowing away large suitcases on busy trains can be a bit difficult, but there often are luggage racks. There are some exceptions on “low-cost” trains, that I know: Ouigo (France & Spain) and Avlo (Spain).

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First class also has wider seats and aisles, and is more likely to have amenities such as air-conditioning and power outlets (though outlets are still rare on Europe's trains, in any class). While first class is less conducive to conversation, it's more conducive to napping.

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With the BahnCard you can save 25 % on train fares to many European countries for cross-border travels (RailPlus). Please note: The discount is only applicable for the journey from Germany to some destinations of the participating countries, and back to Germany.

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You can use your Pass to travel on the national railways and some private railways in the countries where your Pass is valid. In some cases, these train networks reach airports as well. Check the full list here. The Pass even includes certain buses and ferries to make sure everything is within reach.

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As a Eurail Pass holder you can travel for FREE on IC Bus connections passing through Germany. With this, you can travel to cities in 10 countries, as long as your Eurail Pass is valid in all the countries you travel through.

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We ask for your passport or ID number for safety and verification that the Pass you are travelling with is actually yours. You may be asked to show your passport or ID card when your Pass is being checked by ticket inspectors, so the number on your Pass should match the number on the passport or ID you are carrying.

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A 1st class Eurail Pass is more expensive than a 2nd class Eurail Pass, but it also gives you access to seats with more space and extras that can even include food and beverages. Check out our complete overview of differences between 1st and 2nd class to find out everything you need to know.

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You can hop on and off most trains as you please with your Eurail Pass, but some trains ask you to buy an additional seat reservation before you can jump aboard.

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Our Global Pass is perfect if you wish to add Great Britain to your longer itinerary, with the Eurostar offering excellent rail connections to France. The Global Pass is valid in Scotland, England, Wales, and Ireland, along with 31 other countries.

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Eurail & Interail global pass can be used on Paris metro & PER or not? No. Train passes are not valid for urban transport.

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If you have an Interrail or Eurail pass you can use Eurostar between London & Lille, Paris, Brussels, Disneyland, Rotterdam & Amsterdam, but you must pay a special passholder fare.

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