Intercity & EuroCity
Intercity and EuroCity connect large cities in Germany and across Europe with comfortable through-trains and many direct connections. Discover all 3 models with technical data, amenities and travel tips.
IC/EC
3train types
Intercity and EuroCity connect large cities in Germany and across Europe with comfortable through-trains and many direct connections.
Intercity 2
Series 4110
160
km/h max
350
Seats
2015
since
The Intercity 2 is a modern bi-level train in service since 2015. It offers extra capacity with two passenger decks and is used primarily on medium-distance IC routes.
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Intercity (klassisch)
Series Diverse Wagen
200
km/h max
500
Seats
1971
since
The classic Intercity consists of coaching stock hauled by a locomotive. Many trains still run with long-serving rolling stock from the 1970s–1990s that has been refurbished multiple times.
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EuroCity
Series Diverse
200
km/h max
430
Seats
1987
since
EuroCity trains connect Germany with its neighbours at a high-quality standard. Operated jointly by European railways — each EC has the comfort level of the operating country's Intercity service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are Intercity & EuroCity?
Intercity and EuroCity connect large cities in Germany and across Europe with comfortable through-trains and many direct connections.
Which IC/EC trains exist?
There are 3 models: Intercity 2, Intercity (klassisch), EuroCity.
How fast are IC/EC trains?
IC/EC trains reach top speeds from 160 to 200 km/h.
