Free WiFi and power outlets at your seat are now standard on ICE and IC trains. But not every train type is equally equipped: which rolling stock offers WiFi and where is it only partially available? Where is the outlet on EuroCity? And what to do when the network drops in a tunnel? This guide answers the questions per train type.
WiFi and Power Outlets by Train Type
The table below shows for each train type whether WiFi is available, which SSID the network uses, how well power outlets are equipped and where dead zones occur most often. Click a train type to open its detail page.
| Train type | WiFi | SSID | Power outlets | Dead zone | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE-4 | available | WIFIonICE | partial | Rarely drops | Open page → |
| ICE-3 | available | WIFIonICE | partial | Rarely drops | Open page → |
| ICE-T | available | WIFIonICE | partial | Rural route | Open page → |
| ICE-1 | available | WIFIonICE | at every seat | Rarely drops | Open page → |
| ICE-2 | available | WIFIonICE | partial | Rarely drops | Open page → |
| IC-2 | available | WIFIonICE | partial | Rarely drops | Open page → |
| IC-1 | partial | WIFIonICE | partial | Rarely drops | Open page → |
| EUROCITY | partial | WIFIonICE | partial | Rural route | Open page → |
| RE | partial | DB-WLAN | partial | Rural route | Open page → |
| RB | partial | DB-WLAN | partial | Rural route | Open page → |
| S-BAHN | partial | DB-WLAN | partial | Urban area | Open page → |
| NIGHTJET | partial | - | partial | Rural route | Open page → |
| EURONIGHT | partial | - | partial | Rural route | Open page → |
| AVE | available | - | partial | Tunnel | Open page → |
| ALVIA | available | - | partial | Urban area | Open page → |
| TALGO | available | - | partial | Rural route | Open page → |
Power Outlet Positions in the Train
Where the power outlet is located depends on the coach type. The following 5 positions are the most common: from under the seat in front to the outlet at the sleeper-car bed on the night train.
Unter dem Vordersitz
Steckdose unter dem Vordersitz in einem ICE-Grossraumwagen, 230-V-Schuko.
Trains: ice-1, ice-2, ice-3, ice-4
In der Mittelkonsole
Steckdose in der Mittelkonsole zwischen zwei Sitzplätzen, 230-V-Schuko.
Trains: ice-t, ic-2, eurocity
An der Seitenwand
Steckdose an der Seitenwand unter dem Fenster im Regionalverkehr.
Trains: ic-1, re, rb, s-bahn
Am Klapptisch
Steckdose am Klapptisch in einem spanischen AVE-Hochgeschwindigkeitszug.
Trains: ave, alvia, talgo
Im Grossraumwagen am Tisch
Steckdose am Tisch im Grossraumwagen eines Nightjet-Liegewagens.
Trains: nightjet, euronight
Tips for Tunnel Dead Zones
On-board WiFi can be interrupted where mobile coverage is weak or in tunnels. These 6 tips help commuters and travellers stay productive even without stable WiFi.
Vorab-Download
Laden Sie Tickets, Karten, Videos und Mails vor Abfahrt lokal. Im Funkloch hilft nur ein Offline-Puffer - das WLAN kann keinen Tunnel-Luckenschluss leisten.
Effective against: Tunnel
Mobile Daten als Backup
Halten Sie mobile Daten oder eine Prepaid-SIM als Fallback bereit. Auf wichtigen Strecken funktioniert 4G/5G oft zuverlässiger als das Bord-WLAN.
Effective against: Rarely drops
Tunnel-Position
Im Tunnel bricht die Verbindung oft für 30-90 Sekunden komplett ab. Schalten Sie WLAN kurz aus, nach Verlassen des Tunnels meldet sich das Gerät automatisch wieder an.
Effective against: Tunnel
Grossraum-Mitte wählen
In der Mitte des Zuges ist der Empfang am stärksten, weil Repeater gleichmäßig verteilt sind. Am ersten und letzten Wagen bricht die Verbindung am schnellsten ab.
Effective against: Rarely drops
Ausstieg am Bahnhof nutzen
Während eines längeren Halts am Bahnhof steigt die Bandbreite sprunghaft. Videocalls und große Uploads in dieser Zeit starten, dann läuft es über 4G/5G statt über das Bord-WLAN.
Effective against: Rarely drops
SIM-Backup mitführen
Eine zusätzliche EU-Roaming-Prepaid-SIM (kostenlos seit 2017 für die meisten DE-Tarife) ist die zuverlässigere Backup-Leitung im Notfall - besonders im Nightjet ohne verfügbares WLAN.
Effective against: Rural route
How to Connect
- 1Open WiFi settings and select "WIFIonICE" (ICE) or "DB-WLAN" (IC)
- 2Open any browser \u2013 a login page will appear automatically
- 3Click "Start surfing" or accept terms \u2013 no registration needed
- 4You're connected! Enjoy free internet during your journey
WiFi on Regional Trains
On regional trains, WiFi is still not universally available. Deutsche Bahn is gradually expanding the network. Check bahn.de before your trip to see whether your regional service offers WiFi.
Tip: On S-Bahn Berlin, S-Bahn Munich and many regional lines, WiFi is now available at every stop and inside the train.
Notice: All information is provided without guarantee. Schedules and availability may change at any time. For current and binding information, please visit the official provider websites. This website is not affiliated with Deutsche Bahn AG or other railway companies.
Last update: July 2026
Sources & More Information:
- Omio– Compare Providers
- DB WiFi Info– Official WiFi and power outlet information
