At the time I was researching my upcoming trip, there were several direct trains daily from Nuremberg to Vienna. But now, for my travel date in September, it seems like that’s no longer an option. They all have at least one connection and have a longer travel time. We’ll obviously have to just deal with that, but I was wondering if anyone knows the reason for the change in that route?
Posted by
Freedonia
19199 posts
This might answer your question:
https://railmarket.com/news/infrastructure/49558-rail-works-in-germany-hit-austria-germany-links
Posted by
Wengen
4048 posts
What is your travel date?
Posted by
Bavaria
2717 posts
From a DB press release:
"The rail line between Regensburg-Obertraubling and Passau will be closed to passenger traffic from June 14 to December 12, 2026, due to extensive renovation work. During this period, there will be no through regional or long-distance trains; instead, a comprehensive rail replacement bus service has been established.
The closure and the replacement service will have the following effects: Long-distance service: Trains between Regensburg, Passau, and Vienna will be rerouted via Munich or Salzburg. Express buses run three times daily between Passau and Regensburg (or Nuremberg), and seat reservations are available. [...]"
Posted by
OP
35 posts
I see. That makes sense. My travel date is Sept 10.