Deutsche Bahn aims to restore punctuality in regional transport to over 90%, a target last met in March 2025. Challenges include deteriorating infrastructure and overloaded hubs. Solutions like 'joker tracks' and flexible departures are being considered.
Victoria's V/Line services saw their worst punctuality in nearly a decade on northern routes in April, coinciding with the state's first month of free public transport. Delays were attributed to speed restrictions, vandalism, and overcrowding.
Victoria's V/Line train punctuality dropped to its lowest in nearly a decade in April, coinciding with the state's first month of free public transport. Northern routes saw only 56% of services arrive on time, far below the 92% target, with temporary speed restrictions and vandalism cited as key causes.
