Timetable change in the Groß-Gerau district: Everything you need to know!

Timetable change in the Groß-Gerau district: Everything you need to know!

A major upheaval is imminent: On December 14, 2025, the timetable in the Groß-Gerau district will be turned upside down. The reason is extensive construction work, in particular the renovation of the Mainz railway junction, which will have numerous consequences for commuters and travelers. Everyone is already excited about what lies ahead.

The S-Bahn lines S8 and S9, which run between Wiesbaden and Mainz as well as Frankfurt, as well as the RegionalBahn line 75 from Wiesbaden and Mainz to Darmstadt are particularly affected. Travelers must prepare for route closures, diversions, train cancellations and delays. Changes are to be expected, particularly in long-distance transport on the important Frankfurt – Mannheim route, which should be taken into account when planning your trip.

Changes in regional transport

The new timetable also brings with it some changes to regional transport. For example, on the RegionalExpress line 70, the hourly stops at “Mannheim-Waldhof Bf” and “Mörfelden Bf” will no longer be necessary, except during early and late hours. On the S-Bahn line S7, the basic structure of the 30-minute frequency will largely remain the same, but trains towards Frankfurt will depart from Frankfurt Hbf two minutes earlier and eight minutes later towards the south. A certain need for change cannot be avoided here.

But the bus routes are also undergoing some adjustments. Line 22 will offer connections between Groß-Gerau and Astheim, while line 24 will now have new two-way traffic until around 9 p.m. between the “Rüsselsheimer Straße” stops, which will therefore be eliminated. Anyone who relies on line 40 can look forward to a 30-minute service Monday to Friday, while weekends have a 60-minute service. Also interesting are the new connections for lines 41 and 42 at Riedstadt-Goddelau train station, which enable connections to Darmstadt without having to change trains.

New electronic system for travelers

To make the change easier for travelers, Deutsche Bahn offers some digital tools. With the “Repeat trip” function in DB Navigator, commuters can be informed early about regular connections and track changes. By creating a personal customer account, you can customize your own trip. In addition, notifications about delays and alternative connections can be easily activated so that no one ends up on the wrong track.

Other changes include the restructuring of various lines: The new line 490 was introduced to compensate for the loss of line 44 in Klein-Rohrheim, and line 61 is returning to Rüsselsheim after construction work. The route of line 62 will now lead via the clinic and the Rhein-Main University of Applied Sciences. In addition, line 72 will be converted to articulated buses in order to meet the high demand. New stops are being built in Dornheim, Geinsheim, Rüsselsheim and Trebur.

Passengers therefore have to adapt to many changes. Important information can not only be found on the regular routes, the semi-redesigned bus routes also provide a breath of fresh air. And if you need even more support, you will find everything you need for digital travel companions to find your new routine. So reported BYC News about the planned timetable change that should be taken into account. Those too DB offers comprehensive information on how to make optimal use of the travel offer.