Pro Bahn pushes bold reforms to slash public transport costs in Germany
Passenger Association Pro Bahn Criticizes State Relief for Car Traffic, Demands Targeted Measures for Public Transport InsteadFocus on the Deutschlandticket and structural reforms
The passenger rights group Pro Bahn has called for comprehensive measures to strengthen local public transport amid rising prices and government relief for motorists. According to the association, the fuel discount introduced by the federal government disproportionately disadvantages regular users of public transit.
Deputy federal chairman Michael Koch urged the suspension of planned price hikes for the Deutschlandticket in 2027 and 2028. He also proposed more flexible fare models, including bonus schemes for annual subscriptions and the option to purchase the ticket without a long-term commitment. Additionally, he called for the elimination of the current notice period for cancellations.
Federal chairman Lukas Iffländer went further, demanding structural relief for rail operators (Eisenbahn Verkehrs Nachrichten, EVN). This includes reducing track access charges to reflect actual costs, as well as increased funding for electric buses and related infrastructure in bus services.
The association stated that the proposed measures aim to ease financial burdens on both passengers and transport providers while boosting the appeal of public transit.
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