Deutsche Bahn Reverses Plan to Remove Printed Arrival Schedules

Following public and organizational criticism, the railway operator will retain printed schedules at major stations for at least the next timetable period.

Deutsche Bahn initially planned to remove printed arrival schedules from 570 larger stations starting December 15, citing low usage and high maintenance costs.
Critics, including social organizations and passenger advocacy groups, argued the removal would disadvantage non-digital travelers such as seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income individuals.
The railway company has now decided to keep the printed schedules for the next timetable period and will evaluate their usage in 2025 before making further decisions.
Digital alternatives like live monitors and apps were promoted as more accurate and environmentally friendly, but concerns over accessibility led to the reversal.
Printed departure schedules, displayed at all 5,700 stations, were not part of the initial removal plan and will remain unaffected.