Germany Braces for Massive Public Transport Strike on 2 February 2026

A warning strike is set to disrupt public transport across Germany on 2 February 2026. Around 150 municipal transport operators, including bus and tram services, will be affected. The action involves roughly 100,000 workers represented by the ver.di union.

The strike follows calls from ver.di for new negotiations under the public transport collective bargaining agreement. Disruptions will vary by location and time, with potential delays in Ingolstadt and the wider VGI network. However, only isolated cancellations are expected rather than a full shutdown.

School transport services will remain a priority if any VGI operators join the strike. Passengers have been urged to check the latest updates on the VGI website at www.vgi.de before travelling. Extra time should be allowed, and alternative routes considered where possible.

The strike will impact around 100,000 employees in urban transport companies nationwide. While some services may run as usual, travellers face possible delays and cancellations. Real-time updates will be available online to help passengers plan their journeys.