Calculate the commuter allowance: what is your commute worth?
Enter the distance to work and your working days and see the commuter allowance per day and year at once, for 2025 and 2026. No sign-up, nothing is sent.
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General calculation aid, not tax advice. Rates can change; for your tax return ask your tax office or a tax adviser. Source: § 9(1) EStG (0.38 € per km from 2026), Federal Ministry of Finance. As of: 11/2026. No warranty, not tax or legal advice.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is the commuter allowance?
From 2026 it is 0.38 € for every kilometre of the one-way distance. Up to and including 2025 it was 0.30 € per kilometre up to 20 km and 0.38 € from the 21st kilometre.
Does the return trip count?
No. Only the one-way distance counts, that is the way in one direction, but once for every working day.
Is there a cap?
Yes, 4,500 € per year. It does not apply if you drive your own or a company-provided car.
Is the allowance worth it for me?
The tax office automatically applies 1,230 € as the employee lump sum. You only save tax if your total income-related expenses are higher. How much depends on your tax rate.