Train services halted for over ten hours between Malmö and Stockholm
Train services in Sweden are experiencing disruptions due to signal failures outside Hallsberg, affecting several routes, including the one between Stockholm and Malmö, as well as between Norrkoeping and Motala.
The disruptions, which began on Wednesday evening, have led to delays, cancellations, and suspensions of train services. As of Thursday morning, trains have not been running between Vikingstad and Mjölby since 5pm on Wednesday.
The Swedish train company SJ reported some trains had been diverted and were running at reduced speed. The Snälltåget train from Stockholm to Malmö, which already experienced significant delays, is also affected by the signal failures outside Hallsberg. The train scheduled for 9.12pm on Wednesday finally arrived at 7.38 on Thursday.
The Transport Administration does not have a forecast for when trains will be running again due to the signal failures outside Hallsberg. They expect the issue to be fixed by 1pm on Thursday at the earliest. However, the exact time can vary depending on the complexity of the signal failure and ongoing repair work.
Passengers are advised to check for replacement bus services arranged by the train operator. Alternatively, they can consider traveling via alternative train routes if possible. It is essential to stay updated through the Swedish Transport Administration or the train operator’s official communication channels for real-time status and guidance.
Staff were working on-site to fix the issue at around 7.30am on Thursday. The disruptions are affecting stations beyond Vikingstad and Mjölby, including Linköping C, Motala, Kimstad, Linghem, Norrköping, Nässjö, Älmhult, Hässleholm, Lund, Stockholm, Alvesta, and Malmö C.
This has led to additional delays and cancellations to and from Stockholm since Wednesday night. The train company SJ has not provided replacement transport in the quantity needed for cancelled departures due to the signal failures outside Hallsberg.
The signal failures outside Hallsberg are causing issues not only for the route between Stockholm and Malmö, but also for the route between Norrköping and Motala. The Transport Administration expects the issue caused by the signal failures outside Hallsberg to be fixed by 1pm on Thursday at the earliest. However, it is important to note that this is an estimate, and the exact resolution time may vary.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please consult the train operator’s website or customer service directly, as they provide live updates on service disruptions.
The disruptions in the Swedish train industry are impacting the schedules of finance-dependent businesses, leading to potential financial losses. Meanwhile, the delays and cancellations in transportation services are forcing passengers to seek alternative means of travel, such as buses or car rides, causing an increase in demand for finance-related services like car rental, taxi services, and insurance.
