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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