Public transport in the Unterallgäu: digitization brings attractive innovations!

Public transport in the Unterallgäu: digitization brings attractive innovations!

Unterallgäu, Deutschland - In the Unterallgäu, there is an extensive digitization process in local public transport (public transport). According to Allgäuer Zeitung . In the future, passengers can easily solve their tickets with a bank or credit card on the bus or train, which simplifies the entire booking process and at the same time guarantees the best price. For this purpose, a new system called "VVMBest Award" will be introduced, which is due to come into force from 2026. Users no longer have to select a specific ticket and are also informed about delays via an app in real time.

optimization of the transport association

A crucial element of this initiative is the expansion of the Middle Swabian Transport Association (VVM), which should be in full swing until January 2026. The cooperation includes the district of Unterallgäu and the city of Memmingen and aims to improve regional rail and bus traffic through a common customer center and a uniform ticket system. In addition, the mobility committee is planning the introduction of additional stops in the region through the Regio-S-Bahn Donau-Diller.

The topic of student transport is also tackled. As Landratsamt Unterallgäu , students have to fill out free tickets, which is already provided for the school registration. In the event of changes in the personal situation, such as a move, those affected are also asked to communicate this immediately in order to have their tickets adjusted accordingly. The digitization of the student ticket could also lead to students receiving a digital Germany ticket every month as long as this is the cheapest option.