This is how the 9-euro ticket works in Cologne
Because of rising fuel prices, the federal government wants to relieve transport companies and taxpayers. The solution: the so-called 9-euro ticket. t-online has summarized for you what it is and what it can do.
Is the 9-euro ticket coming, or not? The Bundestag and Bundesrat are to decide on this on Friday. But how is it all supposed to work? t-online has an overview of the answers to the most important questions for you.
What is the 9 euro ticket?
With the 9-euro ticket, you can use local public transport throughout Germany for a month – for only 9 euros. However, the 9-euro ticket has not yet been finally decided, the final decision by the Bundestag and Bundesrat should be made on May 20th.
Why should there be a 9 euro ticket?
With increasing fuel prices, the federal government wants to relieve taxpayers and transport companies and enable affordable mobility for everyone.
When will the 9-euro ticket come out in NRW?
The offer for the 9-euro ticket will initially be limited to three months. Sales started on May 23rd. Between June 1st and August 31st you can use the ticket for nine euros per month.
How long is the 9 euro ticket valid?
The ticket is valid for one month and can be purchased up to three times in a row within the time frame from June 1st to August 31st.
I already have a subscription, can I have the 9 euro ticket credited to me?
Anyone who has already taken out a monthly or even an annual subscription will automatically be reimbursed for the excess amount paid for the period of validity of the 9-euro ticket. You will be informed beforehand about the type of reimbursement by the respective transport company. This also applies to semester tickets for students. How exactly is the refund processed? but depends on the university.