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German train travel phrases — tickets, platforms & delays explained (A2–B1)

4,518 views · Published 31 July 2016 · 5:59 · Indexed 26 September 2026

Channel: Definitely German · 2016 · Education

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Traveling by train in Germany? I teach the exact German you need at the station: buying tickets, finding the right platform, understanding announcements, and dealing with delays—short phrases you can use today.

🚆 What you’ll learn
• Core vocab: die Fahrkarte, das Gleis, die Abfahrt, die Ankunft, die Verspätung, der Anschluss
• Ready-to-use phrases (with English):
– Ich muss in Bremen umsteigen. — I have to change trains in Bremen.
– Welches Gleis fährt nach Hamburg? — Which platform goes to Hamburg?
– Entschuldigung, mein Zug hat Verspätung. — Sorry, my train is delayed.
• How to catch key words in announcements (Zugnummer, Gleiswechsel, voraussichtlich)
• Polite extras: Könnten Sie mir helfen? / Sprechen Sie Englisch?

👍 Why watch
• Real station German without grammar overload
• Quick, memorable lines you can copy on your trip
• Cultural tips for Deutsche Bahn etiquette and typical announcements

❓ FAQ
Q: How do I ask for the right platform?
A: “Welches Gleis fährt nach …?” or more formally “Von welchem Gleis fährt der Zug nach …?”
Q: What should I listen for in announcements?
A: City name, Zugnummer, Gleisnummer, Verspätung in Minuten, and words like “Gleiswechsel” (platform change).
Q: How do I ask about a missed connection?
A: “Ich habe meinen Anschluss verpasst. Was kann ich jetzt tun?”

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