Train routes in Hesse: Massive conversions and new bus connections!

Train routes in Hesse: Massive conversions and new bus connections!

The expansion of the train route between Hanau and Gelnhausen is in full swing. The Fuldaer Zeitung reports that Deutsche Bahn AG wants to expand the route section Viergleisig. This step aims to improve punctuality in train traffic and increase capacity. As part of the extensive infrastructure program, numerous bridges are modernized, including the L3202 bridge in Gelnhausen, which is demolished the week before Easter.

from the 17. April 2025 , at 9 p.m., the route between Hanau and Gelnhausen will be completely closed for two weeks. This measure is part of the extensive construction work, which includes both the superstructure and bridge construction work. At the same time, travelers are informed that replacement traffic is set up by bus. Passengers should expect longer travel times because the buses are slower and no bicycles can be taken.

changes in long -distance transport

The blocking of the route will also affect the long -distance trains. Die Deutsche Bahn teilt mit, dass die ICE and IC trains have to drive over alternative routes. This leads to longer travel times: For example, travel times on the Frankfurt - Kassel - Berlin connections rise by about 35 minutes. Here stops in Frankfurt-Süd, Hanau and Fulda.

For the connection Frankfurt-Hamburg, the travel time even extends by around 50 minutes, since it is now in Frankfurt-West and not in the main train station. The routes to Erfurt and Dresden are also affected, whereby the travel times here rise by around 45 minutes.

investments and construction projects

Overall, Deutsche Bahn invests 50 million euros in the infrastructure in the Kinzigtal over . According to the railways, 38 construction projects are implemented in the northern route area via . These measures include the renewal of 22 km rails and 49 soft . The construction sites extend over several places, including Wolfgang , Langenselbold and fulda

A comprehensive traffic concept is necessary during the construction work. The trains cannot run regularly over the blocked tracks, and during certain construction phases the local transport will lead to one way. On weekends, over Easter and at night, replacement buses are used for the regional trains to ensure the mobility of travelers.

Deutsche Bahn asks the passengers for understanding the necessary restrictions and recommends to find out more about travel and connection options in good time. The information is provided on the rail website to make the effects of the construction work transparent.