How to travel to Germany for cheap prices
It is possible to travel to Germany at an affordable cost from most destinations as long as the travellers are willing to choose budget airlines or trains, and make their bookings well in advance. Local German travel and stay can also be arranged within a low budget by avoiding costly hotels, and opting for cheaper alternative accommodations such as B&Bs, youth hostels and camps.
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Getting in at low cost
Booking flights in advance
Travellers from neighbouring countries of Europe can get into Germany by train or car, which may be cheaper than air travel. However, German tours by air can also be cheap if flights are booked on budget airlines and tickets are purchased well in advance.
Discounted tickets
Sometimes, major airlines such as Air Berlin or Lufthansa may offer off-season discounted tickets, which can be even cheaper than budget airlines. Therefore, it is important to conduct an online cost comparison of various travel options before choosing the most suitable option.
German train services
Travellers can use regular German train services instead of high-speed trains to save on the costs. Slower trains are not only cheaper, but also allow an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of scenic landscapes and German sites along the way.
Local travel
Local travel within the country can become cheaper if tickets on German rail are booked much in advance. Full-day local travel becomes cheap with German network tickets which are valid for a single day on all local trains.
Low cost stay options
Instead of staying at expensive hotels in Germany, budget travellers can consider cheaper alternative accommodation options to enjoy a low cost travel vacation.
B&Bs
A wide choice of hostels, B&Bs and camping options are available throughout the country. Some budget tourists may also consider the option to stay with members of networks for hospitality exchange. B&Bs are not only cheaper than hotels, but also provide a better opportunity to get acquainted with the authentic German style of living.
Hostels
Hostels in Germany typically offer low cost accommodation in shared rooms. Visitors have a choice between independent hostels and international youth hostels spread throughout the country.
Camping sites
Innumerable camping sites are also available in Germany, offering varying degree of comforts and infrastructure. The Automobile Club of Germany or the ADAC provides excellent support to visiting groups of tourists, who plan to stay in camps.