NordWestBahn Cheap Fares
Train travel in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) and with NordWestBahn can be affordable if you know where to find the best deals.
How to Pay Less for Your Train Ticket?
- Buy Tickets in Advance: Ticket prices are often lower when booked ahead of time.
- Travel Off-Peak: Avoid peak hours (morning and evening rush) for better fares.
- Check for Special Offers: Some promotions run seasonally or during holidays.
- Use a BahnCard: Even occasional travellers can save with BahnCard 25.
- Travel in a group: Many NRW tickets allow multiple travellers for a single price.
- Check online deals: Some discounts are only available online.
Compare NRW ticket options here
Discount Ticket Options
NRW and NordWestBahn offer various discounted tickets for frequent travellers, students, groups, and commuters.
| Type of Traveller | Best Ticket Option |
|---|---|
| Occasional Traveller | Buy a single NRW or regional ticket. |
| Daily Commuter | Get a Deutschlandticket or Monthly Pass. |
| Student | Use your SemesterTicket for unlimited travel. |
| Group Travellers | Choose an NRW Group Ticket for discounts. |
| Employees | Check if your company offers a JobTicket. |
Deutschlandticket (€49 Monthly Pass)
- Best for: Unlimited public transport travel across Germany.
- Valid on: Regional trains, buses, trams, and U-Bahn (subway).
- Price: €49/month (subscription-based).
NRW Ticket (Regional Travel Passes)
- Best for: Travellers staying within NRW.
- Options include:
- NRW Ticket (statewide access).
- Local Verbund Tickets (specific areas like VRR, VRS, AVV).
Check NRW regional tickets here
BahnCard – Discount Card for Frequent Travellers
- Best for: Travellers using Deutsche Bahn & regional trains often.
- Discounts:
- BahnCard 25 (25% off tickets).
- BahnCard 50 (50% off tickets).
- BahnCard 100 (Unlimited travel across Germany).
Group & Family Discounts
- Best for: Families or friends travelling together.
- Savings:
- Children under 6 travel free.
- Kids aged 6-14 travel free with an adult (on DB trains).
- Some NRW tickets allow group travel at no extra cost.
Check NRW family & group ticket rules
Multi-Ride & Subscription Passes
If you commute daily or travel frequently, multi-use and subscription passes can help you save more.
Monthly & Weekly Tickets
- Best for: Daily commuters.
- Options:
- NRW MonatsTicket (valid for a month).
- NRW WochenTicket (valid for a week).
Compare NRW monthly & weekly tickets here
SemesterTicket (For Students)
- Best for: University students in NRW.
- Validity: Covers unlimited travel in the NRW region.
- Availability: Included in tuition fees at participating universities.
Check if your university offers a SemesterTicket
JobTicket (For Employees)
- Best for: Workers whose employer partners with public transport providers.
- How it works: Employers offer discounted public transport passes to employees.
Where to Buy Cheap Train Tickets?
Online & Mobile Apps:
At the Station: Ticket machines & service counters at major stations.
By Phone: NRW Info Hotline, 01806 504030