Love traveling by train and watching the countryside roll by? Taking the train is a common and enjoyable way to get around German-speaking countries. Their train systems are some of the world's best, so you should definitely take advantage of them while traveling!
Below, we'll introduce you to essential phrases that you can use when taking a train. You'll learn how to book a ticket, phrases you can use on the platform, and what to say while on the train. Take a look at the tables below and start improving your German!
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Below, we'll introduce you to essential phrases that you can use when taking a train. You'll learn how to book a ticket, phrases you can use on the platform, and what to say while on the train. Take a look at the tables below and start improving your German!
Buying a Train Ticket: Traveler
Looking forward to your next journey? You'll have to buy a ticket first before you can ride the train. Below are common phrases that you can use while at the ticket office.
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 English
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| Where are the ticket machines? | |
| Where's the ticket office? | |
| Can I buy a ticket on the train? | |
| I'd like a single ticket to Berlin. | |
| Could I get a ticket for the train to Munich? | |
| What is the cheapest way to get to Hamburg? | |
| How much does a round trip ticket to Cologne cost? | |
| What time does the train leave? | |
| Is there a later train? | |
| What platform does the train leave from? | |
| Do I have to change trains? | |
| Is food served on the train? | |
| How long is the train delayed for? | |
| Do you know why there is a delay? |
Buying a Train Ticket: Employee
Are you worried that you won't understand employees at the train station? Don't fret! The following phrases are commonly used by employees in ticket offices and throughout train stations. Learn them so that you can better understand what is said to you!|
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English
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| When would you like to travel? | |
| Where would you like to travel to? | |
| What kind of ticket would you like? | |
| Do you have a rail pass? | |
| There are ticket machines down by the platforms. | |
| You'll have to change trains to get to Cologne. | |
| The train leaves from platform 9. | |
| The next train is leaving in a half hour. | |
| The train to Hamburg leaves at 5:15. | |
| You can buy refreshments on the train. | |
| The train is delayed due to an electrical problem onboard. | |
| The train is delayed for two hours. |
At the platform
With your train tickets in hand, you'll need to make sure you find the right platform to catch your train. The phrases below will be useful to you while both heading to the platform and waiting for the train to arrive.|
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English
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| Is this the right platform for the train heading to Stuttgart? | |
| Which platform do I need for the train going to Hamburg? | |
| Which platform is our connection at? | |
| The train arrives at platform 9. | |
| The next train to arrive at platform 4 is the one to Munich. | |
| The train is running late. | |
| The train's been canceled! | |
| Can I see the timetable, please? | |
| First-class boards towards the front of the train. | |
| All aboard! |
On the train
Once you've boarded your train, your journey can finally begin! Make sure you have your tickets ready. The following phrases are often used while riding the train. By learning them you will be able to both understand train officials as well as communicate better.|
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English
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| Is this seat free? | |
| Do you mind if I sit here? | |
| May I store my luggage in the hold? | |
| Tickets, please! | |
| May I see your tickets, please? | |
| All tickets and railcards, please! | |
| I've lost my ticket. | |
| I can't find my ticket. | |
| Does this train stop at Berlin? | |
| What's the next stop? | |
| What time will we arrive? | |
| We are now approaching Munich. | |
| Don't forget any luggage and personal belongings. | |
| Did you catch what they said over the speaker? | |
| Where is the buffet car? | |
| Refreshments can be purchased in the third car. | |
| Could you watch my stuff while I go to the bathroom? |
Relax while Listening to the Phrases
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Guten Morgen. Womit kann ich Ihnen behilflich sein?en
Guten Morgen, ich würde gerne mit dem Zug nach München fahren.en
Einfach oder auch zurück?en
