A 24-hour warning strike is scheduled for Saturday, March 21st, impacting both Hamburger Hochbahn AG and Verkehrsbetriebe Hamburg-Holstein (VHH). The strike will begin at 3:00 AM on Saturday and conclude at 3:00 AM on Sunday.
Passengers should anticipate significant disruptions to bus and U-Bahn (subway) service during this period.
Which Lines Are Affected?
vhh.mobility has called a strike at all depots. In other words a large number of bus lines will be suspended. Specifically, lines 1, 2, 3, 22, 119, 120, 122, 124, 127, 130, 133, 134, 136, 137, 138, 139, 178, 184, 185, 186, 188, 192, 194, 196, 221, 223, 224, 225, 227, 228, 230, 232, 233, 234, 235, 236, 237, 238, 239, 256, 278, 281, 285, 286, 288, 293, 294, 321, 330, 332, 333, 335, 338, 339, 362, 378, 388, 394, 395, 430, 432, 436, 438, 439, 488, 492, 493, 494, 530, 539, 562, 588, 619, 621, 638, 639, 649, 658, 4400, 7141, 8521, 8522, 8800, and 8890 will be cancelled. Lines 15, 21, 29, 32, 135, 189, 193, 195, 269, 275, 284, 295, 329, 374, 376, 469, 474, 476, 569, 627, 669, X3, X30, X32, 8107, 8108, and 8109 will have limited service.
The S-Bahn, HADAG ferries, and Arenen-Shuttle buses are, at the current time, not affected by the strike.
Recommendations for Passengers
Passengers are advised to check for up-to-date information via the HVV switch app or the HVV app, as well as on hvv.de, before traveling on strike days. Where possible, passengers are encouraged to use the S-Bahn. HADAG ferries and Arenen-Shuttle buses will continue to operate as scheduled.
Cause
The strike stems from ongoing difficult tariff negotiations. While the Hochbahn has offered an improved package of up to 8.1 percent more pay per month, implemented in stages, ver.di initially sought a 2.1 percent increase (minimum 90 euros) for 18 months. The union now demands a 3.4 percent increase (minimum 150 euros) for the next twelve months, having previously requested a 7.5 percent increase.
The next round of negotiations is scheduled for Monday, March 23rd.
Further information for passengers will be continuously published in journey planners and on the websites of the Hamburger Hochbahn and vhh.mobility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duration of the strike?
The strike is scheduled to last 24 hours, beginning at 3:00 AM on Saturday, March 21st, and ending at 3:00 AM on Sunday, March 22nd.
Which transportation options will remain operational?
The S-Bahn, HADAG ferries, and Arenen-Shuttle buses are not currently affected by the strike.
Where can passengers find the latest updates?
Passengers are advised to check the HVV switch app, the HVV app, hvv.de, the Hamburger Hochbahn website, and the vhh.mobility website for the most up-to-date information.
How will these disruptions impact your daily commute and travel plans?
