Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed rail service, Intercity Express (often better known as ICE), covers rail routes in Germany as well as cross-border. With trains travelling at over 300kmh, ICE trains are the way to go for long-distance journeys in Germany. ICE trains call at all major German cities, including Munich, Berlin and Frankfurt. As well as national high-speed routes, ICE trains also operate international routes, including trains to Amsterdam, Vienna and even Budapest.
For more information on ICE train tickets, schedules and destinations, read on below.
Your quick guide to ICE trains
Intercity Express trains, also known as ICE trains, run throughout Germany. These high-speed trains also operate on cross-border routes across Europe, in countries such as Austria, Belgium, France, the Netherlands and Switzerland.
Travelling on Deutsche Bahn's Intercity Express (ICE) trains means high-speed travel between many of Germany's major cities, on some of the most comfortable trains in Europe.
Need more information on the German rail network? Check out our dedicated pages to trains in Germany and our Germany train map.
ICE train timetables
You can use our Journey Planner to find out timetables and schedules for all ICE trains, as well as other Deutsche Bahn trains. If you are still looking for ideas for where to travel, here are some popular ICE train routes in Germany.
ICE train information
ICE trains are the flagship of Deutsche Bahn's train fleet. Fast, comfortable and punctual, they carry passengers across Germany and beyond. Find out more about the onboard services that ICE trains offer, as well as more on travelling first class on ICE trains.
ICE trains
Intercity Express (ICE) trains are some of the most modern trains in Europe. These trains can reach speeds of over 300 km/h.
The newest ICE train is the ICE 4. Onboard the ICE 4 you’ll find quiet zones, family areas and seats for children. What's more, there’s extra baggage storage space and ergonomic seats, making train travel more comfortable than ever before.
First Class on ICE trains
First Class Deutsche Bahn services are known for their quality, and ICE trains are no different. Travelling First Class on an ICE train gives you unrivalled comfort over long distances.
ICE First Class passengers have access to in-station lounges where available. Onboard, First Class travellers benefit from fewer seats per carriage, so it feels more spacious. First Class seats on ICE trains are wider and bigger, offering more comfort for passengers. There's also an at-seat food and drink service and unlimited WiFi for the entire journey.
Check out our dedicated page to Deutsche Bahn First Class for more information.