Numerous trains between Zurich and Munich are cancelled:
Due to bottlenecks in Germany, the Eurocity connections between Zurich and Munich are already ...
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Major Disruptions Hit Zurich-Munich Eurocity TrainsTechnical faults cause one in eight Eurocity trains to cancel until Thursday, worsening chronic delays on this busy route.
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- Eurocity services between Zurich and Munich face frequent cancellations due to technical issues with SBB's Astoro trains.
- Delays in obtaining spare parts have compounded the operational difficulties.
- An improvement is anticipated starting Thursday, though last-minute schedule changes remain possible.
- From February 7, speed limits on a German section will slow travel, adding up to 15 minutes to journey times.
The situation is expected to improve starting Thursday.— SBB spokesperson Sabrina Schellenberg regarding the upcoming improvements in connections.
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