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Railway alarm: partial closure between Bremen and Bremerhaven from November 17th!
Construction work between Bremen and Bremerhaven-Lehe until December 13, 2025. Replacement bus services, please note changed departure times.
Railway alarm: partial closure between Bremen and Bremerhaven from November 17th!
Train travelers between Bremen and Bremerhaven-Lehe will have to prepare for significant restrictions from November 17th. Loud north24 Construction work is being carried out on the important RS 2 train route, which will last until November 30th. The connections between Bremen main station and Bremerhaven-Lehe are affected because Deutsche Bahn is working on overhead lines, tracks, bridges and switches.
In the period from November 17th to 28th, numerous trains, especially intermediate trains, will be replaced by direct buses. These buses will only stop at Bremerhaven main station. It is important for passengers to keep an eye on the changed departure times, especially the night connection from Thursday, November 27th, which will also not be able to operate its departure at 12:12 a.m. from Bremen Hbf as usual.
Replacement transport and other effects
In addition to the RS 2 trains, the Regional Express (RE8 and RE9) connections from Bremen to Bremerhaven-Lehe are also affected. How buten and within reported, the impairments are expected from November 12th to December 13th, 2025. One track will only be accessible during the work, which further complicates the situation.
The Nordwestbahn will continue to run hourly between the two cities, but cancellations are also expected on these connections from November 17th. For travelers this means thinking carefully about when they will be traveling and adjusting the planned times accordingly.
Long-term construction projects in view
The construction work in the region is part of a comprehensive modernization program by Deutsche Bahn, which is scheduled to last until 2036. Like that ADAC As mentioned above, many routes in Germany are facing major renovations. For example, the entire commuter route between Hamburg and Berlin will be completely closed until April 30, 2026. This longer-term work will inevitably lead to further timetable changes and route closures.
With more than 40 major routes closed for months, the challenge for commuters and travelers is enormous. This won't get any easier in the coming years. Travelers should therefore always stay well informed and plan their trips carefully to avoid unpleasant surprises.
The construction management and Deutsche Bahn wish all affected passengers a safe journey and understanding for the circumstances caused by these necessary modernizations.