Quick Question on Train Transfers

It really depends on the station. Some stations are small and a 6 minute transfer can be made in no time. Theoretically, DB wouldn't suggest those transfer times without being pretty sure you can make them.

That said, many factors can come into play, such as heavy luggage, or lack of good mobility. So keep in mind that when you order online at Deutsche Bahn, you can increase the transfer time if you think it's too short. To increase it, just click on details to get all the transfer times. Right under the transfer will be a small box with the words, "Increase Transfer Time." Click that and follow the instructions.

It helps to be ready to exit the train with your baggage before it gets to your stop. That is, don't dawdle in your seat or you could be jammed in by passengers getting on your train. You should know how many stop there will be before your stop, and the names of the ones before. If I'm worried about it because I see the train is full and I might get delayed exiting, I've often been up and waiting in the door area before the train comes to a stop.

6-10 minutes is plenty of time at small stations, but I would personally like a bit more if changing at a major station like Frankfurt Hbf or Hamburg Hbf.

But in general, short transfer times is the norm and in many stations trains are scheduled to have smooth connections to each other.

Great info, thanks everyone.