Traffic chaos in Siegen-Wittgenstein: construction sites and train cancellations are increasing!

Traffic chaos in Siegen-Wittgenstein: construction sites and train cancellations are increasing!

There are some challenges in the transport sector in Siegen-Wittgenstein today, June 30, 2025. As the Siegen newspaper reported, the train connections from Siegen to Cologne, especially the RE9, are affected by frequent delays and cancellations. The Rothaarbahn, which runs from Bad Berleburg to Betzdorf, is also struggling with similar problems. These irregularities can be particularly annoying for commuters as they often disrupt schedules.

Another source that VRS, mentions special periods of restrictions between July 11th and 14th, 2025: switch work will be carried out there that will have an impact on several train lines. Those affected include the RE 12, whose route between Cologne Messe/Deutz and Euskirchen will be interrupted, as well as the RE 22 and the RB 24, which also have to expect partial failures.

Construction work and traffic disruptions

The roads are also affected by construction sites. There are significant traffic jams on federal highway 508 near Kredenbach, making progress difficult. Two further construction sites are in Allenbach and a large construction project, the Schleifmühlchen in Siegen, began in May 2023. A new roundabout is being built here, and the first of four construction phases are already in progress. Such projects seem sensible, but they have also resulted in many drivers having to seek alternative routes.

In the region it is important to keep an eye on current traffic information. So report Traffic jam.info Today there are numerous traffic jams on the motorways in North Rhine-Westphalia. Particularly worth mentioning is the traffic jam on the A45 between Castrop-Rauxel-Ost junction and Dortmund-Hafen, as well as the 2-kilometer-long traffic jam on the A555 between Godorf and Rodenkirchen. The traffic situation will not develop this Thursday either without drivers having to be patient.

Tips for commuters

For everyone who relies on public transport, we advise checking the current timetables regularly to avoid unpleasant surprises. It may also be worthwhile to provide advance information regarding bus transfers in rail replacement services. In any case, it means having a bit of flexibility and switching to other means of transport if necessary.

Overall, it is to be hoped that there will be improvements in the traffic situation soon, both by rail and by road. The construction sites and delays are currently a challenge, but the measures are aimed at smoother traffic in the long term.