In 2023, Germany's railway transport volume for coal, lignite, crude petroleum, and natural gas stood at 25.54 million metric tons. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 suggests a gradual decline, reaching 25.29 million metric tons by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 0.20% from 2024 to 2025, continuing along similar rates through to 2028. Over the five-year forecast period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is anticipated to be around -0.20%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts towards alternative energy sources that could further reduce coal and lignite transport demand.
The impact of environmental regulations on fossil fuel transportation.
Investment in rail infrastructure and its effect on transportation efficiency.