Train failures from April 26: Bus instead of train between Oschatz and Riesa!

Train failures from April 26: Bus instead of train between Oschatz and Riesa!

From April 26, 2025, travelers between Oschatz and Riesa have to expect longer travel times. The reason for this is operational adjustments that Deutsche Bahn makes necessary. Sächsische.de "Saxonia" can be replaced by buses. This applies, among other things, to the train, which at 11:08 p.m. from Leipzig and arrives in Oschatz at 11:43 p.m.

For those affected, a replacement bus drives at 11:49 p.m. from Oschatz and reaches Riesa at 0.11 a.m. From there it continues at 0.18 a.m. towards Dresden. In the opposite direction, the train ride from Dresden Central Station begins at 10:46 p.m. and ends at 11:36 p.m. in Riesa. The transfer time in the replacement buses is 11 minutes, which means a close connection. The bus connection brings passengers back to Oschatz at 0.09 a.m., from where the onward journey to Leipzig is possible at 0.15 a.m. However, it should be mentioned that due to space constraints, no bicycles can be taken in the replacement bus.

background to train failures

The decision as to whether a replacement train is provided is the responsibility of the dispatchers of Deutsche Bahn. Several factors play a role here. Bahn.de , among other things, the delay duration, the availability of alternative connections for travelers and whether suitable replacement vehicles and staff are available. For few affected travelers, no replacement train is usually provided if there is a regional train alternative. In cases with many affected travelers and missing alternatives, a short -term replacement is provided if this is possible.

These measures are necessary to support travelers in the best possible way and to keep the effects of the train failure as low as possible. Travelers should find out about their connection at an early stage and, if necessary, consider alternative travel paths.