Berlin's transport authority reveals resolution for expensive €29 fare ticket
In a recent announcement, the Berlin transport authority has revealed plans for the transition of the popular €29 ticket, set to end in January 2023. Here's what we know so far.
After the end of the respective minimum term of the previous Berlin subscription, customers will be required to pay €58 per month, unless the contract is terminated. This change comes as the Berlin transport authority has announced a solution for the €29 ticket, aiming to address concerns about its termination.
However, specific details about a new transition plan for the €29 ticket in Berlin remain elusive in the current search results. It's worth noting that the known ticket relevant at a national level is the Deutschlandticket, priced at €49 monthly, which will increase to €58 from January 2025, and covers local public transport in Berlin.
In Berlin, the €29 ticket has been associated with the deployment of new Solaris electric articulated buses on the city's busiest routes. Yet, no details on a transition plan or subscriber impact have been provided.
To clarify matters, the Berlin transport authority has created a plan for the transition period. Existing €29 ticket holders will automatically have their tickets upgraded to the nationwide Deutschlandticket for the rest of their subscription length, with no extra charge. This upgrade comes as good news for ticket holders, as they will continue to enjoy the benefits of the €29 ticket, albeit with a slightly higher price tag.
The state transport authority has also announced that they will subsidise these tickets until the end of 2025, ensuring that customers do not face any disadvantages or costs for the remaining term of their existing contracts. Ticket holders who wish to terminate their €29 ticket can cancel their contracts without replacement, with no penalties incurred.
As of December 11, no new €29 ticket subscriptions can be purchased. However, it's not yet clear if the planned cancellation date of January 1st is still realistic. The one-year contract period for those who signed up for the €29 before December 10 will not begin until January, providing a bit more time for ticket holders to adjust to the change.
While many questions about the transition remain unanswered, the Berlin transport authority has assured the public that they are addressing the concerns about the end of the €29 ticket. For the latest updates, we recommend checking the official BVG (Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe) website or recent local government announcements.
In the transition plan, the Berlin transport authority will upgrade existing €29 ticket holders' subscriptions to the nationwide Deutschlandticket, keeping them under the benefits for the rest of their subscription period. Additionally, the authority plans to provide subsidies for these tickets until the end of 2025, covering any potential costs for customers during this period.
