Impact of the 49 Euro Ticket on Transport Associations and Revenue Sharing
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Published Online: Mar 27, 2023
Page range: 186 - 191
DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/wd-2023-0051
© 2023 Felix Berschin et al., published by Sciendo
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This article describes the current system of public transport associations and ticket revenue allocation in Germany. The system has been subject to public criticism for its administrative cost and complex regulations. The new nationwide 49 euro flat rate ticket planned to start in May 2023 will require significant changes to this system. The article details the challenges and discusses ideas to reform the system.