Trains will not operate between Braunschweig and Salzgitter as per the railway's recent announcement.
## Construction Work to Affect RB 44 and RB 48 Trains in Lower Saxony (July 7 – 25, 2025)
Passengers travelling on the RB 44 and RB 48 train lines between Brunswick (Braunschweig) and Salzgitter-Lebenstedt in Lower Saxony, Germany, should be aware of upcoming disruptions due to construction work. These disruptions are scheduled to take place from July 7 to July 25, 2025.
### Key Information - **Affected Lines:** RB 44 and RB 48 - **Segment:** Brunswick (Braunschweig) – Salzgitter-Lebenstedt - **Duration:** July 7, 2025, to July 25, 2025 - **Reason:** Construction work on the railway track - **Replacement Service:** Bus replacement and modified train schedules where applicable
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### Replacement Service Details
#### 1. RB 44 Replacement - **Replacement Bus:** Operating as a substitute for the RB 44 trains between Braunschweig and Salzgitter-Lebenstedt. - **Frequency:** Buses run approximately every 30 minutes to match the usual train schedule. - **Stops:** All regular train stations between Braunschweig and Salzgitter-Lebenstedt are served by the bus. - **Additional Notes:** Passengers are advised to allow extra travel time due to potential delays caused by road traffic.
#### 2. RB 48 Replacement - **Partial Train Service:** RB 48 trains run only between Braunschweig and Salzgitter-Bad. - **Replacement Bus:** Between Salzgitter-Bad and Salzgitter-Lebenstedt, a bus replacement service operates. - **Frequency:** The bus service is timed to connect with arriving and departing trains at Salzgitter-Bad. - **Stops:** Buses stop at all intermediate stations between Salzgitter-Bad and Salzgitter-Lebenstedt.
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### Timetable Highlights (Sample)
| Departure Station | Time (Bus/Train) | Arrival Station | Time (Bus/Train) | Notes | |-------------------------|------------------|-----------------------|------------------|------------------------| | Braunschweig Hbf (RB 44) | 06:30, 07:00, ...| Salzgitter-Lebenstedt | 07:00, 07:30, ...| Bus replacement service | | Braunschweig Hbf (RB 48) | 06:45, 07:15, ...| Salzgitter-Bad | 07:30, 08:00, ...| Train | | Salzgitter-Bad (Bus RB48)| 07:35, 08:05, ...| Salzgitter-Lebenstedt | 07:55, 08:25, ...| Bus replacement |
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### Practical Tips for Travelers - **Check Current Updates:** Always verify the latest schedule on the official Deutsche Bahn (DB) website or local transit apps before traveling. - **Tickets:** Train and replacement bus tickets are valid interchangeably for this period. - **Extra Travel Time:** Allow 10-20 minutes more than usual due to the bus replacement.
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### Where to Find Official Info - Deutsche Bahn website: [www.bahn.com](https://www.bahn.com) - Local transport authority websites for Lower Saxony - Station notice boards at Braunschweig and Salzgitter stations
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The disruptions do not affect the travel between all stations on lines RB 44 and RB 48, but only between Brunswick and Salzgitter-Lebenstedt specifically. The stations affected by the measure are Brunswick Central Station, Salzgitter-Watenstedt, Salzgitter-Immendorf, Salzgitter-Thiede, and Salzgitter-Lebenstedt.
The railway company has warned of traffic disruptions and recommended that passengers check planned connections shortly before departure. A replacement timetable can be found on the Deutsche Bahn website. It is also recommended to allow extra travel time during this period.
If you require further information or assistance, please let me know, and I'll do my best to help you find the exact PDF or official timetable links for this disruption period!
- The construction work on the railway track in Lower Saxony will not affect all stations on lines RB 44 and RB 48, but it will specifically disrupt travel between Brunswick and Salzgitter-Lebenstedt.
- In the industry of public-transit transportation, finance plays a significant role in managing disruptions caused by construction work such as this, as alternative services like bus replacement and modified train schedules need to be put in place to ensure minimal impact on passengers.
