Train failures in the summer of 2025: commuters in Schleswig-Holstein affected!

Train failures in the summer of 2025: commuters in Schleswig-Holstein affected!

Neustadt, Deutschland - The summer conversion work of Deutsche Bahn and regional providers are already throwing their shadows ahead. From July 2025, commuters and travelers in Schleswig-Holstein have to adapt to numerous train losses, changes and diversions. The transport providers Nordbahn, Akn and Deutsche Bahn are affected by considerable traffic chaos, which particularly affects the routes from and from Hamburg. According to ndr are affected by several lines, which could prolong the driving time for many pendulists.

In particular on the connections from Hamburg to Pinneberg, Neumünster, Kiel and Flensburg, there will be a large contingent of disorders from July 25th to August 4th. During this period, many trains end in Hamburg-Altona. The routes to Ahrensburg and Lübeck are also affected, where there will be various trains between the 24th and July 28th. Commuters should find out more about the exact times in order to avoid unpleasant surprises.

replacement traffic and important information

Particularly important: Anyone who rely on the Nordbahn can adjust to replacement traffic by bus, which is tailored to the connecting times. For people with mobility restrictions, an attempt is made to ensure a low-rural introduction, such as the ndr reported.

The customer service of the Nordbahn can also be reached on the phone number (040) 303 97 73 33. If you don't want to call, you can visit the Nordbahn homepage to keep up to the current situation. Deutsche Bahn also has a practical app in which changes can be viewed.

construction work and long -term effects

The construction work is not only at short notice, but also affect various traffic lines in the long term. From August 1st, the railway line between Eidelstedt and Ulzburg South as well as between Neumünster and Kaltenkirchen will be closed for nine months. As a result, travelers have to expect significant restrictions on rail traffic. From July 7th there will be tributaries between Kiel and Husum, which will last until July 27th

If you always want to remain well informed, you should take a look at the services of Bahn.de . There, the users receive current information on train failures, disorders and, thanks to the train, can pursue the position of trains in real time. The possibility of push notifications in the event of delays could also be a valuable support for many.

For further information and to plan your trips, we also recommend a visit to the taz . There you will find more comprehensive details on the current developments in German rail traffic.