Train failures and diversions: track damage in Vienna ensures chaos!
Train failures and diversions: track damage in Vienna ensures chaos!
Wiener Neustadt, Österreich - The regional train connection on the ÖBB master route between Wiener Neustadt and Korneuburg is currently significantly impaired by track damage. There are therefore limited trips between the Vienna train stations in Vienna Matzleinsdorfer Platz and Quartier Belvedere. The affected sections of the route will be repaired by Wednesday, June 8th, 11:59 p.m., and during this time both isolated train failures and delays can be expected. This information has published the Puls24 in a report.
Exact details show that some Rex and R trains have to accept more diversions. Travelers who are traveling from Wiener Neustadt to Korneuburg or Deutsch Wagram could not only expect delays, but also with the fact that some connections are completely deleted. A consolation for the commuters concerned: Your ÖBB ticket is also considered a ticket for the Viennese lines during this work, which offers a certain flexibility.
long -term consequences and investments in the rail infrastructure
In view of the high importance of rail transport in Austria, it is particularly unfortunate that such restrictions occur. In 2021, the proportion of rail passenger traffic in the transport services was around 27 percent, and in 2022 a total of around 82.2 billion kilometers were covered. The ÖBB are the largest state railway company in Austria, which in the same year promoted around 211 million passengers in rail transport, as the StatistaAustria has massively invested in its rail infrastructure in recent years. In 2022, a record high of around 4.67 billion euros in turnover was achieved by the ÖBB. The state is investing around 319 euros per capita in the rail infrastructure, and until 2027 new investments of around 3.26 billion euros are planned. With a route length of around 5,600 kilometers, around 4,000 of which are electrified, Austria stands out as a pioneer in a European comparison.
A look into the future
The incidents related to the track damage could be a challenge for many commuters. The complete availability of the main route will only be achieved from Monday, June 8th, which demands a lot from many rail travelers. Nevertheless, with the constant growth and the continuous improvement of the rail -bound infrastructure in Austria, hopefully you will soon come back to the usual punctuality. Trust in the rail remains unbroken, especially if you keep an eye on the constant efforts to improve and invest.
The track situation remains a hot topic for everyone who rely on the solidarity of the ÖBB network. Despite all inconvenience, one hopes for soon improvement and smooth trips for all citizens.
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