Do you frequent the train lines between Rotterdam, Delft, and the Hague? Well, for this next month and a bit, you’re all out of luck.
Starting Monday, 23 October, and lasting until Sunday, December 3, the NS is (partially) shutting down its train routes between these locations.
Responding to popular demand
You may be wondering why on earth the NS would do such a thing. 😮
Apparently, ProRail needs that time to work on improving the “tracks, platforms, switches, overhead lines and train protection”, Treinreiziger reports.
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Ever noticed how trains between the Hague, Delft, and Rotterdam already have passengers packed in like sardines?
Well, in the coming years, they’re set to get a lot more crowded. That’s why the NS claims they need to improve tracks — so that more trains can run back and forth on them. 🚝
Look out for last-minute changes
For the duration of November, the NS has announced that they’re going to complete the bulk of the construction on weekends, which will, no doubt, prove to be an inconvenience to many. 🥲
Even on several weekdays, there will either be no or far fewer trains running between Rotterdam Central Station and The Hague Central Station.
Vanmorgen had de trein van 07.09 van Tilburg richting Rotterdam al 10 minuten vertraging. Nu, tegen half 9 staan we al een eeuwigheid stil ergens tussen Breda en Rotterdam. Probleem onbekend. En dat voor een splinternieuwe trein!😣 @NS_online #treinleven pic.twitter.com/qYyLyubIBS
— Marjan Van Wijngaarden (@MarjanWijn) October 24, 2023
Translation: “This morning, the 07:09 train from Tilburg to Rotterdam was already 10 minutes late. Now, around half past eight, we have been standing still for an eternity somewhere between Breda and Rotterdam. Problem unknown. And that for a brand new train!”
This will also inevitably impact travellers between Amsterdam Central and Vlissingen.
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If you’re travelling between any of these spots, be sure to check up on the journey online right before departure.
Every train might be affected in its own unique, unpredictable way. Keeps things exciting, right? 😬
How will this temporary change in trains affect you? Let us know in the comments.