The volume of rail passenger transport in Germany stood at 96.73 billion passenger kilometers in 2023. After a steady increase from 2013 to 2019, the volume plummeted in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, falling by 43.61%. A modest recovery began in 2021, accelerating significantly in 2022 by 67.11%, and continued to grow by 2% in 2023. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years showed minimal decline at -0.25%.
Looking to the future, the forecasted data suggests a stable recovery continuing through 2028, with an average annual growth (CAGR) of 0.79%. Specific factors to monitor include advancements in rail technology, sustainability initiatives, and post-pandemic travel behavior changes. These elements will shape the trajectory of rail passenger transport in Germany over the coming years.
