These 3 Mistakes You Should Never Make with the Deutschlandticket

The Deutschlandticket — the €63 ticket — is one of the smartest ways to travel around Germany affordably and without friction. But a few common missteps can easily undercut the value. Here are the three you'll most want to sidestep, and why TicketPlus+ is worth considering instead.

1. Buying Through Your Regional Transport Operator

It's tempting to go with the local transport authority out of habit. The problem is that most regional providers don't offer the additional extras that make a subscription genuinely compelling. By switching to TicketPlus+, you gain access to monthly sharing service credits — free minutes for e-bikes, scooters, and carsharing — that simply aren't available from most regional operators.

2. Not Using the Pause Option

The Deutschlandticket through TicketPlus+ includes a pause function. If you have a month where you won't be commuting — a holiday, a remote work stretch, or a break from the city — pausing means you don't pay. Not knowing this feature exists, or not using it when it counts, means paying for something you're not using.

3. Forgetting to Claim the New Customer Bonus

TicketPlus+ offers a €20 new customer bonus for first-time subscribers. It's an easy saving — and easy to forget. Claim it when you sign up so you don't miss out.