Here's something many Deutschlandticket holders don't realize: you can pause your subscription during periods you're not using it — and skip the €63 monthly charge entirely. Going on holiday, traveling for work, or working remotely? With a little planning, pausing your ticket is straightforward. Here's what you need to know:
- Deadlines matter: With most standard providers, you must request a pause by the 10th of the preceding month.
- Full-month increments only: Pausing is counted in complete calendar months.
- Maximum pause duration: Up to 3 months with most providers.
- How to pause: Via the provider's app, online account portal, or by contacting customer service.
- Third-party providers like TicketPlus+: Offer significantly more flexibility, including much later deadlines and wallet app integration.
A little advance planning goes a long way — check when your ticket reactivates before your next journey to avoid any gaps in coverage.
Why Pause with TicketPlus+?
TicketPlus+ makes pausing as simple as possible. You can suspend your subscription right up to 24 hours before the end of the month — no more scrambling to meet a 10th-of-the-month cutoff. The pause can be extended indefinitely, and resuming takes effect immediately with no re-registration required.
