The Deutschlandticket has carried a price tag of €63 per month since February 2025. But for employees in Germany, there's a legitimate and widely underused route to bringing that down to as little as €35. The combination of employer subsidies and Entgeltumwandlung (salary conversion) does most of the work, and providers like TicketPlus+ add further value through flexible pause functions and mobility extras such as e-bike credits and carsharing benefits.
Three Steps to a Cheaper Ticket
- Request a job ticket through your employer: Your company needs to be enrolled in the scheme. Your HR department is the right starting point.
- Use salary conversion: The ticket cost is deducted from your gross pay before tax, directly lowering your taxable income.
- Layer on additional benefits: Through TicketPlus+, subscribers can pause the ticket when not in use and access monthly mobility bonuses alongside the discounted base price.
The Math at a Glance
| Regular Price | Employer Subsidy | Tax Savings | Effective Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| €63 | Up to 25% | Up to 40% | From €35 |
