Disruptions to S-Bahn and regional trains lasting a week in Munich's vicinity, encompassing long-haul transportation as well.
Construction Work Disrupts S-Bahn and Regional Traffic in Munich
In August 2022, commuters in Munich and surrounding areas should be aware of scheduled construction works that will affect the S-Bahn Line S4 and regional trains between Munich and Geltendorf.
Disruptions
From August 1 to August 28, 2022, there will be partial or complete suspensions of train services in the affected sections, primarily around Eichenau station. The exact dates within August may vary depending on specific work phases.
Alternatives for Commuters
During this time, commuters can make use of the following alternatives:
- Replacement Bus Services: Shuttle buses will run parallel to the route between affected stations, covering stops like Eichenau and other intermediate points.
- Adjusted Timetables: Some trains might run on modified schedules, and passengers are advised to check updated timetables.
- Alternative Train Connections: Passengers may be advised to take other S-Bahn or regional train lines with connections to bypass the disrupted segment.
- Information Points: Additional information will be available at stations and online via the MVV (Munich Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund) and DB (German Rail) websites and apps.
Commuters should plan extra travel time and consult the official MVV and Deutsche Bahn sources before traveling for the latest updates on service changes.
Some specific changes include:
- Some trains of line RE 70 (Munich - Lindau) between Geltendorf and Munich will not run, with passengers needing to switch to the S-Bahn.
- New speed cameras will be installed in Munich for monitoring 30 km/h zones.
- Regional trains of line RB 74 (Munich - Buchloe) between Munich and Geltendorf will not run, with an express bus running between the two cities without intermediate stops.
- In the direction of Zurich, the last three trains of the day (departures in Munich at 4:52 PM, 6:52 PM, and 8:55 PM) will run the entire route again.
- Between Germering-Unterpfaffenhofen and Ostbahnhof, S-Bahn will increase the frequency of line S5 and run every 10 minutes between 6:30 and 19:30.
- Trains of line RE 72 will not run between Geltendorf and Munich Hauptbahnhof in either direction.
In addition to these disruptions, the construction work will also affect trains of EC line 88 (Munich-Bregenz-Zurich), with replacement buses used between Munich and Lindau-Reutin on August 18. Line RB 68 (Munich - Füssen) of Bayerische Regiobahn (BRB) will not run between Munich Hauptbahnhof and Geltendorf, and replacement bus service will be established for S-Bahn Line S4 between Munich and Geltendorf.
Platform 2 at Eichenau station will be renewed, including a new platform surface, tactile guidance system, new lighting and signage, new stairwell enclosures, and new weather shelters.
On a separate note, Zamanand and the "Topless" Festival in Munich will result in restrictions on MVG this weekend, and trains of line RE 96 will additionally stop in Geltendorf in both directions. Ludwigstraße will become a festival ground for the "Zamanand Summer Village" this weekend in Munich.
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- Due to the construction works, commuters may experience delays in the transportation sector, especially in the industry of finance and economic sectors that rely on timely S-Bahn and regional train services.
- alternative financial solutions or flexible work arrangements might be necessary for businesses and employees who heavily rely on these disrupted transportation services during the construction period from August 1 to August 28, 2022.
