Jena, August 02, 2026 – As of yesterday, Saturday, fares within the Verkehrsverbund Mittelthüringen (VMT) have been adjusted. Passengers in Jena must plan for higher ticket prices for their public transport connections.
- What: Price adjustment of VMT tickets
- Since when: August 01, 2026
- Where: Verkehrsverbund Mittelthüringen (including Jena, Erfurt, Weimar, Gera)
Overview of ticket prices
The adjustments affect various ticket categories within the network area. Here is an overview of the new prices for using buses and trains:
- Single ticket (adults): 3.00 euros (previously 2.90 euros)
- Single ticket (children): 2.00 euros (previously 1.90 euros)
- Day ticket (City-Zone): 7.60 euros (previously 7.40 euros)
- VMT Hopper Ticket: 8.20 euros (previously 7.90 euros)
Reason for the price adjustment
The Verkehrsverbund Mittelthüringen justifies the increase in ticket prices with steadily rising operating expenses. In particular, increased costs in the areas of energy, personnel, and infrastructure maintenance made this step necessary to continue maintaining the transport service at the usual quality level.
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Due to rising costs: Higher prices for tickets in the Verkehrsverbund Mittelthüringen
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