Travel driving through Europe is now becoming easier: new ticket solutions!

Travel driving through Europe is now becoming easier: new ticket solutions!

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is planning significant improvements in ticket purchase for cross -border train travel for the coming years. From autumn 2023, the DB will be connected to the OSDM standard (Open Sales and Distribution Model) to facilitate the booking process for travelers within Europe. This represents an important step, because the booking is currently often complicated and requires several tickets, which can lead to problems, especially for connecting trains. However, international long-distance transport has already recorded an increase of 22 percent in 2024 compared to 2019, which underlines the urgent need for improvements. it-boltWise reports .

The competitive pressure and the reaction of Flix

Flix, an important competitor of Deutsche Bahn in long -distance transport, reacts to the increasing demand for fast and inexpensive train trips. The company plans to expand its fleet and ordered 30 new express trains from the Spanish manufacturer Talgo. These developments indicate that the market for railway offers is increasingly competitive, and Flix has built up a strong network
for long -distance transport in over 40 countries.

The comprehensive measures of Deutsche Bahn and the developments in international rail traffic show that the aim is to significantly improve ticket purchase and travel experience for rail travelers in Europe and to manage the challenges of fragmentation through innovative standards.