S-Bahn chaos on the evening of the Europa League: VfB Stuttgart against Celta Vigo!

S-Bahn chaos on the evening of the Europa League: VfB Stuttgart against Celta Vigo!

VfB Stuttgart's Europa League game against Celta Vigo is scheduled for Thursday, September 25, 2025. Kick-off is at 9pm at the MHP Arena and this promises to be an exciting football event that will attract many fans from across the region. But anyone traveling by S-Bahn should be prepared for some changes in train traffic, as s-bahn-stuttgart.de reports.

The reason for the restrictions is ongoing construction work in the S-Bahn network, which will last from September 13th to October 17th, 2025. During this time, track replacements will take place between Bad Cannstatt and Esslingen, which will also have an impact on the frequency of lines S1 to S3. Apart from the fact that the S-Bahn trains on these lines have a maximum of three vehicles, the stationary S-Neckarpark stop will be closed for three hours before, during and two hours after the game. Visitors are asked to go to Bad Cannstatt train station.

Timetables and recommendations

Special trains have been set up for the return after the game. The S1 to Wendlingen departs at 11:47 p.m. and 12:14 a.m. from Bad Cannstatt, as well as the S1 to Herrenberg at 11:34 p.m., 11:54 p.m. and also at 12:14 a.m. Of the planned departure times, passengers should also keep in mind the relocation of the long-distance railway tracks between Bad Cannstatt and Obertürkheim.

Deutsche Bahn also recommends allowing enough time and spreading yourself out both on the platform and on the train, as a high volume of travelers is to be expected. A special highlight: the ticket to the game is valid as a ticket for all VVS transport throughout the network, which makes travel easier for fans. Further information on the current traffic situation and traffic changes can be found on the website VVS.

A look at other events and construction projects

In the coming weeks, Stuttgart's traffic landscape will be characterized by several more events and construction work. From September 5th to 7th, for example, a motorsport event took place in Stuttgart/Leonberg, which also influenced local public transport. In addition, various lines will be affected by diversions while track construction work and platform extensions between Stuttgart-Süd and Heslach continue.

It is advisable for all road users to keep up to date with the latest information, as changes and further diversions on Stuttgart routes are expected throughout September and beyond. If you inform yourself in good time, you are guaranteed to get a good deal when traveling to the MHP Arena.