Deutsche Bahn plans to establish a major direct rail connection that will take passengers from Berlin deep into Scandinavia, a journey that will involve partnerships with the state railway companies of Norway and Denmark. Beginning in the summer of 2028, the trains will travel through Hamburg, Copenhagen, Malmö, and Gothenburg before reaching Oslo, the Norwegian capital.
According to Michael Peterson, Head of Long-Distance Transport, the route is expected to unite three major capitals via rail. The planned connection will span approximately 1,000 kilometers, making it one of Europe’s longest railway links. The service is scheduled to operate twice daily, with the journey taking an estimated 14 to 15 hours.
DB has stated that the journey will utilize the new ICE L train model, which is designed for greater passenger comfort due to its low-floor entry system compared to previous train generations. This important direct connection is also part of ten pilot projects initiated by the EU Commission, aimed at expanding cross-border rail traffic across the continent.