The forecast for total railway passenger traffic in Germany from 2024 to 2028 reveals a steady upward trend. Starting at 84.77 billion passenger kilometers in 2024, there is a year-on-year average growth rate of approximately 1.5% through 2028, culminating at 90.85 billion passenger kilometers. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 stands at around 1.76% annually.

As of 2023, the actual volume of railway passenger traffic was slightly lower, confirming a recovery trajectory likely influenced by factors like increased mobility post-pandemic and investments in infrastructure improvement.

Future trends to watch for:

Impact of sustainability initiatives and EU regulations on rail traffic expansion.
Technological advancements enhancing operational efficiency and passenger experience.
Shifts in work-from-home policies potentially altering commuter traffic patterns.