Modernizations in the Eastern Region Will Be Consolidated in 2025
The modernizations in the eastern region focus on the current work on the new western route in the Tullnerfeld, comprehensive measures on the heavily used Eastern Railway, investments in important stations such as Himberg and Wulkaprodersdorf, as well as coordinated modernizations in the Vienna S-Bahn, U-Bahn, and tram network.
Closures and Timetable Changes Due to Modernizations in the Eastern Region
The Eastern Railway from Vienna to Burgenland is one of the most used routes in Austria and is being comprehensively modernized, currently at Himberg station. These works are important for an efficient local transport system. The modernizations, which started in April 2024, are expected to be completed by the end of 2026. During intensive construction phases, the tracks will be closed in sections, leading to train cancellations, timetable changes, and longer travel times.
"We are aware that construction work is associated with inconveniences and ask our passengers for their understanding. At the same time, these measures are essential to ensure the quality, reliability, and efficiency of public transport in the long term and to set the course for modern, sustainable mobility," said Karin Zipperer and Alexander Schierhuber, the management of VOR.
"S-Bahn Vienna Upgrades" for Vienna S-Bahn Main Line
The S-Bahn main line in Vienna, as well as its northern and southern branches, will be modernized. The goal is to make local and regional transport more efficient, punctual, and comfortable. Planned are structural renewals, platform extensions, a modernized infrastructure, and the introduction of the digital train control system ETCS, which allows for more frequent intervals and longer trains. Between June 28 and September 1, 2025, the route between Vienna Floridsdorf and Praterstern will be closed due to construction work. Replacement buses in ÖBB design will offer a direct yellow line and a blue line with stops in Vienna Traisengasse and Vienna Handelskai. A color guidance system will assist with orientation.
The Wiener Linien offer additional transportation alternatives. During the construction work, the intervals on several lines will be increased to ensure mobility. "Today's construction site is tomorrow's reliable and punctual train connection. Investments in the expansion and maintenance of railway infrastructure are prerequisites for a sustainable traffic transition, to bring even more people and goods from the road to the rail," says ÖBB board member Judith Engel.
Vienna Public Transport: Joint Projects for a Reliable Network
At the same time, numerous modernization projects for the subway and tram are being coordinated in Vienna. The Wiener Linien, Wiener Lokalbahnen, and ÖBB closely coordinate their measures to minimize the impact on passengers and to ensure a continued punctual and reliable transport service.
"Modernization and expansion are the backbone of a future-proof public transport network," says Gudrun Senk, technical managing director of Wiener Linien. "Construction sites and mobility are not mutually exclusive. Vienna has a dense network of subways, trams, and bus lines, complemented by WienMobil bike stations throughout the city. Thanks to well-coordinated construction site management and replacement lines, our passengers remain reliably mobile even during temporary closures in the summer."
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