S-Bahn (Suburban Train)

• S-Bahn trains are primarily used in and around major cities, such as Berlin, Munich, and Frankfurt. They typically operate within urban areas and extend into nearby towns and suburbs. These trains are frequent and often run every 10-20 minutes during peak hours.

RE (Regional Express)

• These are regional trains that connect larger cities with surrounding towns and regions. While they are faster than local trains (due to fewer stops), they still serve shorter distances compared to long-distance trains.

RB (Regional Bahn)

• These are slower regional trains that stop more frequently than the RE trains, connecting smaller towns or villages with larger cities.

Buying tickets through Terminals:

• Most train stations should have Terminals, allowing you to buy various tickets, either those specific to your route, return or season tickets.

• The main issue is that these terminals are quite difficult to understand for first time users.

Using the DB-Navigator App:

• If you do not own a Deutschland-ticket, then buying through the DB-Navigator app is the most simplistic, user friendly approach when buying your tickets.

• By putting in your route, the app will suggest various tickets and their ticket prices, specific to your route or region.

Just like using the bus, you should first let all the passengers stepping out of the train to do so first, before you step in.

Unlike buses, Trains do stop at every station, meaning there is no STOP button for you to press.

Typically there are no booked seats for passengers on Nahverkehr trains. Meaning that when you board, you can sit wherever you like.

• NOTE - Keep in mind of the 1. and 2. class carriages.

• NOTE - Although there are no booked seats for passengers on Nahverkehr, there are special seats designed for those with less mobility, these are always clearly marked. So always try to keep these seats free, so that those entitled to them may utilise it.