In 2023, railway passenger traffic in Germany stood at 102.38 billion passenger kilometers. Over the past decade, the sector experienced fluctuations, with significant growth until 2019, a steep decline in 2020 due to external factors, and a rapid recovery in subsequent years. The average annual growth (CAGR) over the last five years was 0.85%, indicating moderate growth. The year-on-year variation in 2022 and 2023 were 6.26% and 0.92% respectively, reflecting a shift towards stability and modest growth.
Looking ahead, the forecast indicates a continued steady increase in railway passenger traffic, with a five-year CAGR of 0.75% from 2024 to 2028, translating to a 3.79% growth over the forecast period. Future trends to watch for include the impact of technological advancements in railway services, shifts in travel behavior post-pandemic, and governmental policies promoting sustainable transportation.