Munich commuters can expect a major upgrade in public transport by 2028, when the city will introduce new S-Bahn trains that are longer, more modern, and better equipped than the current fleet.
Built by Siemens Mobility, the trains will stretch over 200 meters and provide space for more than 1,800 passengers — the equivalent of taking up to 1,500 cars off the road during rush hour.
Unveiled at the IAA Mobility
The prototype was presented at the IAA Mobility fair on Munich’s Königsplatz by Deutsche Bahn executive Evelyn Palla, who highlighted the trains’ improved reliability.
The new design requires less maintenance, which should lead to more punctual services, higher capacity, and smoother passenger operations.
Wider doorways are intended to accelerate boarding and disembarking, further reducing delays.
High-tech features for modern commuting
Siemens CEO Roland Busch described the new trains as the “most modern S-Bahn in Germany.”
Designed and built in Bavaria, they will feature an advanced operating system and predictive maintenance technology to improve efficiency.
Passengers will benefit from free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and windows that allow mobile signals to pass through.
A comprehensive passenger information system includes multiple interior displays, while an exterior LED strip displays the line color.
The trains will also be barrier-free, fitted with strong air conditioning capable of keeping interiors cool even in extreme heat up to 45 degrees Celsius.
Massive state investment in Munich’s future mobility
The Bavarian state government is investing more than two billion euros for 90 new trains. Minister President Markus Söder (CSU) emphasized the central role of the S-Bahn in Munich’s daily life: “Without the S-Bahn, cities like Munich simply cannot function”.
He noted that traveling by S-Bahn had sometimes been “an adventure” due to delays and cancellations — but promised that the new fleet would mark a turning point for reliability and comfort in the system.
