DB InfraGO has reached the halfway point of the six-month corridor renewal between Obertraubling and Passau. Since 21 September, the RE 3 has been running hourly between Munich and Plattling, and the RB 33 between Munich and Landshut is operating normally. The third and final construction phase runs until 12 December.
Quick overview
This news is primarily relevant for rail travelers because it can have concrete effects on planning, connections or infrastructure. The focus is on Deutschebahn, Dbinfrago, Korridorsanierung, Obertraublingpassau, Re3, Rb33, Plattling, Bahnbaustelle and Bayern. The key points are summarized concisely below.
Key points
- RE 3 has been running hourly every day between Munich and Plattling since 21 September.
- Between Plattling and Passau, rail service remains replaced by buses until the renewal is completed on 12 December.
- RB 33 between Munich and Landshut is operating normally again.
- So far, around 89 of 120 kilometres of track have been modernized, 85 of 140 switches have been worked on and 600 new overhead line masts have been erected.
- Modernization of eight stations is running in parallel; in Plattling, platforms 2/3 and 4/5 are already in service, and in Osterhofen the new pedestrian underpass has been installed.
What this means for travelers
For travelers, it is worth taking a close look at the time period, route and booking conditions. The key question is whether the news already triggers concrete timetable changes or whether it initially describes a political or strategic development.
Context
Mid-term review of the general renewal of the approximately 109-kilometre-long Obertraubling–Passau corridor by DB InfraGO. The work, which has been ongoing since 14 June 2026, covers tracks, switches, overhead lines, control and safety technology as well as eight stations. Start of the third and final construction phase on 21 September 2026, planned completion on 12 December.
What to watch now
- Check concrete timetable or construction information only once travel dates are set.
- Allow more generous connection times for international journeys.
- Monitor the source and operator information in case dates are still provisional.