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Train chaos between Stuttgart and Tübingen: Commuters struggle with traffic jams!
Railway lines between Tübingen and Stuttgart closed until December 13th. Replacement buses in use, mixed passenger reports.
Train chaos between Stuttgart and Tübingen: Commuters struggle with traffic jams!
On the railway lines between Tübingen and Stuttgart and between Reutlingen and Stuttgart, commuters have to prepare for significant restrictions until December 13th. The reason for this is the commissioning of a new one electronic interlocking in Metzingen. During this time, alternative bus services will be offered, leading to mixed experiences among passengers.
While some praise the convenience and frequency of the replacement buses, others report serious problems. A student complains about a traffic jam that lasted over an hour, causing her to miss a valuable hour of her lecture. A commuter mentioned long waiting times on the return journey, which made the working day even longer. Despite this negative feedback, many passengers were also able to highlight positive aspects: there were reports of punctual journeys and proper organization. The buses offer comfortable seats and a pleasant temperature, which also contributes to the satisfaction of many.
Replacement transport and timetables
The replacement service is in full swing until December 13th. Buses to Tübingen run every 15 minutes, while connections to Reutlingen run every 30 minutes. Departures are possible from the train stations in Tübingen and Reutlingen, as well as from the Pariser Platz stop in Stuttgart. In addition, another replacement bus will be used between Reutlingen and Nürtingen every 30 minutes.
The innovations in rail operations are part of a larger initiative to digitize rail transport. The German railway plans to equip the rail transport infrastructure with modern systems such as the digital control and signal box (DLST), which promises advantages such as higher punctuality and availability. The use of electronic interlockings allows, among other things, efficient control of railway operations through software, which optimizes operating costs and increases safety.
Electronic signal boxes have been in use since the 1980s and have continuously developed since then. These modern systems use digital technologies and offer numerous advantages over conventional interlockings, such as an unlimited operating distance to the power supply. The step towards digitalization is an important milestone that not only makes rail journeys easier, but could also take the entire infrastructure to the next level.
Given the ongoing changes and the challenges associated with operating replacement buses, it remains to be seen how the situation will develop in the coming days. It is clear that commuters need patience as the railway heads into the digital future.