S-Bahn chaos in Berlin: Construction bring massive restrictions!

S-Bahn chaos in Berlin: Construction bring massive restrictions!

The anticipation for summer unfortunately stalls in Berlin, because from July 4, 2025, the passengers of the S-Bahn will have to accept some changes. As Berlin Live are available near the S-Bahn station, which will continue until July 7th. During this period, train traffic between Schöneweide and Grünau as well as between Schöneweide and Grünbergallee is completely set.

The affected S-Bahn lines are the S45, S46, S8, S85 and S9. These construction measures are part of a larger project to build a new electronic signal box. The work includes the construction of foundations for signals, cable laying and the installation of switch loops. The goal is to modernize the infrastructure and increase the reliability of the S-Bahn operation in the long term. In order to compensate for the failure of train traffic, the S-Bahn Berlin sets up replacement bus lines.

replacement bus lines and stops

The replacement bus line for the S46 runs between Schöneweide and Grünau. Here are the stops: Sterndamm (Schöneweide), Wagner-Régeny-Allee (Johannisthal), Rudower Chaussee (Adlershof) and Richterstraße (Grünau). A similar route is offered for the S9, and the Ewaldstrasse and Altglienicke stops are also served.

passengers are asked to find out about the routes in advance. This can be done comfortably via the S-Bahn app or on the notices at the train stations. It is also important to note that the tickets for the replacement buses have to be bought before starting the journey, since no tickets are sold on the bus.

further restrictions in the S-Bahn network

Not only these restrictions are pending! Changes will also occur on other lines. Between June 13 and 25, traffic between Wannsee and Zehlendorf as well as between Grunewald and Potsdam is affected. According to sbahn.berlin , numerous construction work is underway, which means longer travel times and changed timetables for many passengers.

That is why it is advisable to keep an eye on other routes. For example, the stop in Wollankstrasse to the north will be omitted until 2027; The travelers then have to switch to Schönholz. Similar tact changes must also be noted between the lines S41 and S42 and for many more routes. So it is advisable to plan your journey well.

The extensive modernization work on the S-Bahn network is indispensable to ensure the future of the Berlin transport infrastructure. And even if the initial hinder is not always easy for the first time, all passengers ultimately benefit from the improvements.

Remember to plan some time during the trip and always call up the current information about the timetables. The best way to do this is via the app or the BVG website. So the Berliners are well informed at all times. For many it can be a small change, but in the long term, there is definitely something!

For more details and current information on the construction sites and timetable changes, consume the news about the course of the work on .