DB cancelled nearly 1 in 12 long-distance trains in 2026
Figures from the German Ministry of Transport show that Deutsche Bahn cancelled nearly one in 12 long-distance trains scheduled to run in early 2026.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) cancelled approximately 8% of its long-distance trains in 2026, according to figures from the German Ministry of Transport. This is the highest rate since the first half of 2024, when 12% of long-distance trains were cancelled. The cancellation rate has increased by 3 percentage points compared to the same period in 2025.
DB CEO Evelyn Palla has committed to improving the rail company's services and punctuality rates. The latest figures show that 58.7% of long-distance trains and 88.2% of regional trains have been punctual this year so far. Passenger service improvements are expected in the second half of the year as track refurbishment projects are completed.
The Greens have urged the CDU/CSU-SPD coalition to invest more in Deutsche Bahn, citing the need for additional state funding and a decade to restore service standards.
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