Public traffic in the upswing: 1.2 billion euros for the eastern region!

Public traffic in the upswing: 1.2 billion euros for the eastern region!

Wien, Österreich - In 2025, extensive modernizations of the infrastructure in the eastern region of Austria take shape. According to vienna.at, this extensive project aims to significantly strengthen public transport in Vienna, Lower Austria and Burgenland. The Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) invest over 1.2 billion euros to create an attractive range of mobility for commuters: inside, students: interior and travelers.

Central projects As part of these initiatives, the work on the new western route in Tullnerfeld, the modernization of the Ostbahn from Vienna to Burgenland and targeted measures on the highly frequented Himberg train station. In addition, the redesign and improvement of several train stations, including Himberg and Wulkaprodersdorf, is planned.

important construction projects and traffic measures

The extensive modernization of the S-Bahn master route in Vienna will make local and regional traffic more efficient and more comfortable. The planned measures include building renovations, platform extensions and the introduction of the digital train protection system ETCs. During the construction phases that started in April 2024, several track closures and timetable changes are expected by the end of 2026. With a particularly critical period between June 28 and September 1, 2025, the route between Vienna Floridsdorf and Praterstern is closed, with replacement buses being provided in ÖBB design.

In addition, it was announced that the Vienna Local Railways and the ÖBB will work closely together to minimize the effects of the construction sites on passengers. Climate Protection Minister Leonore Gewessler emphasizes the need to make the railway fit for future requirements by indicating the importance of clever planning.

technological progress and climate -friendly mobility

Another aspect of these modernizations is the focus on digitization. As the Verkehrsverbund Ost-Region explains, digitization brings significant progress for the micro-ÖV. These technologies improve the link between different transport providers and make the offers for users: more accessible on the inside. The transport association also launched initiatives such as the modern disposition software for call -up collection taxis in Lower Austria.

The ÖBB also plan to introduce a new, barrier-free access system to Park & ​​Ride systems and to further expand the underground link and barrier-free stops. These measures are part of a larger program that provides for a total of 21.1 billion euros for the modernization of the rail infrastructure by 2029.

The commitment to climate protection is also evident with the intention of building new photovoltaic systems and a living program for affordable employees: to initiate inner apartments.

The implementation of these far -reaching projects will not only improve the accessibility and comfort of public transport, but also contribute to achieving many climate goals in the region.