Jena, July 1, 2026 – Commuters on the busy rail line between Halle, Jena, and Saalfeld must prepare for significant delays. Due to upcoming construction work, a section of the track will be completely closed to train traffic.
- What: Rail replacement service (SEV) on the regional train line RB 25
- Closure period: Friday, July 3, 2026 (from 10:00 PM) to Sunday, July 12, 2026
- Affected section: Naumburg (Saale) Hbf to Bad Kösen (trains terminate early)
- Replacement service: Buses will operate in shuttle service between the closed stations
Central Bottleneck Closed
The construction measures announced by DB InfraGO require a ten-day full closure. Since the affected section represents the central bottleneck in the Saaletal, the impact on rail travelers from Jena is massive. Anyone traveling on the connection towards Halle or Saalfeld must switch to rail replacement buses in Naumburg or Bad Kösen. In addition to existing bottlenecks on the roads, such as the current full closure of the B7 in Mühltal, this measure demands additional patience from commuters.
Information Sources for Passengers
Since departure times are shifting and connecting trains cannot be guaranteed in every case, it is strongly recommended to check connections in advance. Information on the changed schedules is available via the following channels:
- Abellio online portal: Schedule changes at www.abellio.de/verkehr-aktuell
- INSA schedule information: Real-time data for Thüringen and Sachsen-Anhalt
- Deutsche Bahn: Digital travel information in the DB Navigator app or at bahn.de
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Rail replacement service on the RB 25
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