Beyond the adoption of the Austrian target network for 2025+, the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) now also investigates the expansion of the east bound line to Budapest for long-distance service. The project of a “New East-Line” aims to create a direct connection from Vienna via Vienna Airport to the eastern border at Hegyeshalom, where it should merge with the existing route to Budapest. Benefits include relief of the existing line and the direct connection of Vienna Airport to Budapest and Bratislava.
Beyond the adoption of the Austrian target network for 2025+, the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) now also investigates the expansion of the east bound line to Budapest for long-distance service. The project of a “New East-Line” aims to create a direct connection from Vienna via Vienna Airport to the eastern border at Hegyeshalom, where it should merge with the existing route to Budapest. Benefits include relief of the existing line and the direct connection of Vienna Airport to Budapest and Bratislava. OIR in this context has conducted a potential study on behalf of ÖBB, which analyses the market potential for the segments business, tourism and commuting.
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