DB Bahn First Class

If you’re after DB Bahn First Class tickets, look no further. At Trainline, we’ll show you what exactly is on offer, from luxurious seats to at-seat meal service and much more. Don’t be put off by the thought of paying more than you would in Standard either, as there are ways to find cheap DB First Class train tickets too! Read on for a complete guide to travelling First Class with Deutsche Bahn.

DB train First Class vs Second Class

	First Class	Second Class
Luggage storage	✓	✓
Extra comfort seats	✓	X
Power sockets	✓	✓
Seat reservation	✓	X
At-seat meals	✓	X
Unlimited free WiFi	✓	X
Quieter spaces/carriages	✓	X
Free daily newspapers	✓	X
Access to First Class lounges	✓	X

Find out more about First v Second Class on European trains.

Enjoy at-seat dining in First Class on DB trains for an extra cost. You'll get to choose from a wide range of local dishes, as well as beer and wine, meaning you can arrive at your destination full of energy and ready to go.

Deutsche Bahn have a number of First Class lounges in Germany where you can relax before and after your train journey with a First Class ticket. Use these modern, comfortable spaces for work, enjoying a hot drink or just chilling out, with TVs, WiFi and phone charges available in all.

DB First Class lounges can be found at the following stations:

DB Bahn First Class seating plan

You’ll normally find two or three First Class carriages on DB trains. The seats are more spaced out in First Class than in Standard Class, although they follow the same arrangement on either sitting at a table of four or two seats next to each other. The extra option in First Class are single seats with their own table, perfect for solo travellers who want their own space, or single seats facing each other, as an additional option for two people travelling together.

Berlin to Munich

Departs from	Berlin Hbf
Arrives into	Munich Hbf
Fastest time	3h 5m
First Class lounge	Berlin and Munich

Find out more about travelling from Berlin to Munich by train.

Frankfurt to Cologne

Departs from	Frankfurt Main Hbf
Arrives into	Cologne Hbf
Fastest time	1h 4m
First Class lounge	Frankfurt and Cologne

Find out more about taking the train from Frankfurt to Cologne.

Hamburg to Berlin

Departs from	Hamburg Hbf
Arrives into	Berlin Hbf
Fastest time	1h 43m
First Class lounge	Hamburg and Berlin

Learn more about travelling by train from Hamburg to Berlin.

Buy in advance

DB tickets (and train tickets in Europe in general) are usually at their cheapest price when they first go on sale, normally around three to six months before the date of travel.

Travel Off-Peak

Train tickets tend to be more expensive during rush hour (mornings and early evenings Monday to Friday). If you can, be sure to look for tickets outside of these times to see if you can snap up a lower price.

Look out for train deals

There’s a wide range of train deals and discounts in Europe that can help you save money on your journey. Deals can vary based on the country and train company, but if you’re travelling with children, in a group, or fall into a certain age category, you can benefit from discounted ticket prices.

What is included in DB's First Class?

As well as more spacious and comfortable seating, First Class tickets on DB trains include lounge access at the station (where available), unlimited free WiFi and an at-seat dining service during your journey.

Are food and drinks included when you travel First Class with Deutsche Bahn?

Food and drinks are not included in First Class on board Deutsche Bahn trains. However, you'll get complimentary snacks and drinks at DB First Class lounges.

Do I get access to DB's First Class lounge?

You can use DB's First Class lounge if you hold a valid First Class train ticket and there’s a lounge available at either your departure or arrival station.

So, now you know all about what Deutsche Bahn's First Class has to offer. Whether you’re ready to book or want to find out more about train travel in Europe, we’re here to help.

Start a search for tickets in our Journey Planner at the top of the page or check out some of our guides to travelling with Deutsche Bahn, where they can take you, and train travel around Europe in general.