Regional-Express (RE)
Series Diverse • Diverse • Since 1995
Photo: Lars Steffens | CC BY-SA 2.0 | Wikimedia Commons
160
km/h max
300
Seats
Variabel
Length
1995
Introduced
About the Regional-Express (RE)
The Regional-Express links larger cities with fewer stops than a Regionalbahn, giving you a faster regional connection. Used by many commuters and included in the Deutschland-Ticket.
Highlights
- Fast regional connections
- Fewer stops than the Regionalbahn
- Valid with the Deutschland-Ticket
- Often modern rolling stock
Technical specifications
| Series | Diverse |
| Manufacturer | Diverse |
| Max speed | 160 km/h |
| Length | Variabel |
| Total seats | 300 |
| 2nd class | 300 seats |
| In service since | 1995 |
Seat plan & configuration
1st class
Usually not available
2nd class
Open-plan with 2+2 seating
Key routes
Regionale Schnellverbindungen Verbindung zwischen Städten Zubringer zu Fernverkehr
Travel tips
- Unlimited use with the Deutschland-Ticket
- Often full at peak times — board early
- Bike carriage depends on the regional transit authority
Amenities
- Mostly 2nd class only
- Power outlets (partial)
- Wi-Fi (regional)
- Bicycle carriage
- Multi-purpose areas
Book ticket
* Redirect to Omio
Regional trains
RE, RB & S-Bahn
Regional trains connect cities and towns within a region. Included in the Deutschland-Ticket for unlimited travel.
View all Regional trains