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Deutsche Bahn ICE train WiFi

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Provider Summary

Deutsche Bahn ICE's train WiFi is powered primarily by Deutsche Telekom (cellular bonding across DB-dedicated trackside infrastructure), with typical speeds around 10 Mbps and peaks up to 50 Mbps. [source]

Free?
Yes, for all passengers
Provider
Deutsche Telekom (cellular bonding across DB-dedicated trackside infrastructure)
Last verified
2026-05-08

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Deutsche Bahn ICE have WiFi on every train?

Available system-wide in both 1st and 2nd class on every ICE train. 2nd-class users have a soft daily data cap (typically 200MB at full speed before throttling), while 1st-class users get unrestricted access. ICE Portal entertainment streams from a local server and does not count against the data cap.

What WiFi provider does Deutsche Bahn ICE use?

Deutsche Bahn ICE train WiFi is powered primarily by Deutsche Telekom (cellular bonding across DB-dedicated trackside infrastructure). [source] For free vs paid, see /deutsche-bahn-free-train-wifi.

How fast is Deutsche Bahn ICE train WiFi?

Deutsche Bahn ICE WiFi runs on Deutsche Telekom (cellular bonding across DB-dedicated trackside infrastructure), with typical speeds around 10 Mbps and peaks up to 50 Mbps. [source] For pricing, see /deutsche-bahn-train-wifi-cost.

Where does Deutsche Bahn ICE WiFi drop out during a trip?

Tunnels and remote stretches commonly drop connectivity. Deutsche Bahn ICE's satellite system handles most of the trip, but coverage gaps are normal.

How do I connect to Deutsche Bahn ICE WiFi?

To connect after boarding the train: enable WiFi on your device, select the Deutsche Bahn ICE network, and follow the on-board portal to either log in (free passes) or buy a plan. For free options, see /deutsche-bahn-free-train-wifi.