Modernisation and service changes

In 2024, Wiener Linien will modernise its network at 100 locations. The majority of the construction sites will have no impact on public transport operations. However, such extensive modernisation is not possible without service changes or restrictions. Find out here when and where you can expect service changes.

Current timetables

Some modernisation work requires changes to timetables. You can always find the most up-to-date timetables here:

Timetables

100 construction sites, only a quarter have an impact on operations

the illustration shows a timetable of the construction sites from March to December 2024 with information about the construction works and service changes — Download: Modernisations and service changes 2024 (PDF)

Wiener Linien will be using hammers, drills and excavator shovels at a total of 100 locations in 2024. Our passengers will notice little or nothing of most of the modernisation work. This is because, where possible, we work during non-operating times or plan the work in such a way that it does not affect ongoing operations. Only a quarter of the measures have a noticeable impact on public transport operations.

Some of the extensive modernisation measures, such as large-scale track replacements, substructure renewals or tunnel girder renovations, are only possible when operations are interrupted. For reasons of efficiency and economy, it is necessary to divide, reroute or short-circuit lines. The complete cancellation of a line is the absolute exception.

Download: Modernisations and service changes 2024 (PDF)

Construction planning: close coordination with the City of Vienna

Wiener Linien works closely with the departments of the City of Vienna in construction planning. This means that necessary earthworks such as sewer renovation or district heating connections can be carried out at the same time as track construction work. Where possible, Wiener Linien's construction work is also combined with a redesign of the surface or vice versa. Examples of this are the modernisation work on the tunnel ceiling in Praterstraße and the renewal of the tracks in Wiedner Hauptstraße. This significantly increases the added value of the modernisation measures.

Modernisation of the underground train network in 2024

In March, Wiener Linien is renewing the signal boxes on the U2 line between Schottentor and Praterstern so that the underground can resume service to Oper, Karlsplatz.

Restrictions: U2 short-circuit, only runs to Praterstern

The U2 only runs between Seestadt and Praterstern. The section between Praterstern and Schottentor is closed.

Duration: two weekends in March

2 March (00:30) to 4 March (04:00)
16 March (00:30) to 18 March (04:00)

Please switch to these lines:

U1, U4, S-Bahn, 1, 2, 5, 71, U2Z
Lines 71 and U2Z are extended to Praterstern.

In March, Wiener Linien is renewing switches between Schottenring and Schwedenplatz.

Restrictions: U4 divided, does not run between Schwedenplatz and Schottenring

The U4 cannot run between Schottenring and Schwedenplatz. It will only run between Heiligenstadt and Schottenring and between Schwedenplatz and Hütteldorf.

Duration: 23 March (00:30) to 2 April (04:00)

Please switch to these lines:

1, 71, U2Z
Line 71 is extended to Schwedenplatz.

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In May, Wiener Linien is renewing switches in Leopoldau.

Restrictions and alternatives:

Trains can only stop on one track at the Großfeldsiedlung and Leopoldau stations. This means that only every second train can travel beyond Kagraner Platz to Leopoldau. Please change to the next train to continue to Leopoldau.

Duration of the restriction:

1 May (22:00) up to and including 5 May 2024

View graphic: closure Schottenring-Friedensbrücke

View graphic: line 71 shortened

In May, Wiener Linien is renewing switches between Schottenring and Friedensbrücke.

Restrictions: U4 closed between Schottenring and Friedensbrücke, line 71 shortened

The U4 underground line cannot run between Schottenring and Friedensbrücke. In its place, the replacement tram line E4 is running on the route of line D (Nußdorf - Börse - Ring - Schottenring station).
Line 71 makes room for the replacement line E4 and is short-routed. It only runs between Kaiserebersdorf and Schwarzenbergplatz.

Duration: two weekends in May

9 May (00:30) up to and including 12 May 2024
18 May (00:30 hrs) up to and including 20 May 2024

During the summer holidays, Wiener Linien will continue the renovation of the tunnel girders at Franz Josefs Kai.

Restrictions:

The U4 will not run between Schwedenplatz and Schottenring.

Duration of the restriction:

1 July up to and including 1 September 2024

Alternatives:

Lines 71 and U2Z are extended to Schwedenplatz.

In October, Wiener Linien is renewing the turning facility in Heiligenstadt.

Restrictions: U4 short service to Spittelau; shuttle train Spittelau-Heiligenstadt

The U4 only runs as usual between Hütteldorf and Spittelau. A shuttle train will run between Spittelau and Heiligenstadt, travelling back and forth on one track.

Duration of the restrictions: 7 to 30 October 2024 inclusive

Wiener Linien is renewing points in Heiligenstadt at the beginning of November.

Restrictions: U4 short line to Spittelau; replacement tram E4

The U4 is short-circuited, it can only run between Hütteldorf and Spittelau. The replacement tram line E4 is running between Augasse and Nußdorf.

Duration of the restriction:

31 October (00:30) up to and including 3 November 2024

In November and December, Wiener Linien is renewing the underground bridge over the Alserbach, which dates back to the time of Otto Wagner.

Restrictions:

The track in the direction of Heiligenstadt is closed. The U4 can only stop at Friedensbrücke station in track-switching mode.

Duration of the restriction:

4 November to 17 December 2024

Modernisation of tram tracks and switches in 2024

In March, Wiener Linien is renewing the tram tracks in Kreuzgasse at the intersection with Sommarugagasse in the 18th district.

Restrictions:

Line 9: Line 9 is short-routed, running between Westbahnhof and Rosensteingasse.
Line 42: Line 42 has been cancelled. The replacement bus 42E is travelling in its place.

Duration:

11 March 2024 (04:00 hrs) to 30 March 2024 (04:00 hrs)

Please switch to these lines:

Replacement bus 42E
U6, S45
40, 41, 43
10A

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Wiener Linien will be renewing the tram tracks in Wiedner Hauptstraße from the beginning of April until probably the beginning of November 2024. The renewal of the tracks will be used to transform Wiedner Hauptstraße into a climate-friendly neighbourhood.

Restrictions:

Line 1: Line 1 will be diverted between Oper, Karlsplatz and Kliebergasse via the route of lines D and 18.
Line 62: Line 62 has a short route. It runs between Lainz and Dörfelstraße.
The Badner Bahn will not only run from Baden to the Opera, but also from Kliebergasse to the Belvedere neighbourhood.

Duration of the restrictions: 2 April until the beginning of November 2024

Please switch to these lines:

U1, U4, U6, S-Bahn
13A, 59A
Line 59A runs at more frequent intervals.

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From April to September, Universitätsstraße will be remodelled. Wiener Linien is renewing the tram tracks and relocating them close to the future Rathaus underground station.

Restrictions:

Line 43: Line 43 is short. It runs between Neuwaldegg and Alser Straße.
Line 44: Line 44 has been cancelled. It is replaced by line 33 between Lange Gasse and Maroltingergasse.
Line 33: Line 33 does not run between Lange Gasse and Josefstädter Straße. It runs from Lange Gasse as a replacement for line 44 to Maroltingergasse (temporary terminus).

Duration of the restrictions: 16 April to 2 September 2024

Please switch to these lines:

U3, U6
33; 2, 5, 37, 38, 40, 41, 42
Lines 5, 33 and 42 are running at more frequent intervals.

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The Augarten Bridge is undergoing general refurbishment in the summer. During this period, Wiener Linien will be renewing the tram tracks on the bridge.

Restrictions: Line 31 diverted

While the bridge is closed, line 31 cannot run between Wallensteinstraße and Schottenring. It will be diverted from Wallensteinstraße via the route of lines 5 and D to the Augasse stop.

Duration of the restriction:

3 June up to and including 1 September 2024

In July, Wiener Linien is renewing the tracks in the loop at Urban Loritz Platz (under the main library).

Restriction:

Line 18 will be shortened by two stops and will run between Schlachthausgasse and Westbahnhof.
Line 6 turns in the loop at Urban Loritz Platz (Mizzi Langer Kauba Park). This means no restrictions for passengers.

Duration of the restriction: 15 to 26 July 2024 inclusive

In October and November, Wiener Linien is renewing the tracks at Schlickplatz.

Restrictions:

Line D is divided: It runs on the sections Nußdorf - Franz Josefs Bahnhof - Wallensteinplatz and Absberggasse - Börse - Schottenring. The section between Franz Josefs Bahnhof and Börse will not be travelled.
Line 71 is a short service and only runs between Kaiserebersdorf and Schwarzenbergplatz.

Duration of the restrictions:

21 October up to and including 8 November 2024

Illustrations: Service disruptions and alternative routes

Wiedner Hauptstraße (1040 Vienna): public transport restrictions and alternatives during track renewal and remodelling of Wiedner Hauptstraße
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Public transport restrictions and alternatives during track renewal and remodelling of Wiedner Hauptstraße
Universitätsstraße (1090 Vienna): public transport restrictions and alternatives during track renewal and remodelling of Universitätsstraße
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Public transport restrictions and alternatives during track renewal and remodelling of Universitätsstraße
Overview of lift closures along the U6
© Wiener Linien

Overview of lift closures and stations with centre platform along the U6

The construction of tram lines 12 and 27 brings these restrictions:

In preparation for the new tram line 12, pipes are being relocated at the Vorgartenstraße/Lassallestraße and Vorgartenstraße/Ennsgasse junctions from 2 April to the end of August 2024. There will be local changes to bus routes 11A and 11B for the duration of the construction work:

Bus route 11A in the direction of Stadion U will be routed via Handelskai from the Vorgartenstraße underground station to the Elderschplatz stop. An alternative stop will be set up in the Handelskai 210/Wachaustraße area.
Bus route 11B will only run between Friedrich-Engels-Platz and the Vorgartenstraße U1 underground station.

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In July, Wiener Linien is installing switches on the route of Line 2 in preparation for the new tram line 12.

Restrictions: Line 2 diverted

Line 2 cannot run between Am Tabor and Hochstädtplatz during the work. It will be diverted via the route of lines 5 and 31.

Duration of the restriction:

1 to 19 July 2024 inclusive

In August, Wiener Linien is installing points on line 26 in preparation for the new tram line 27.

Restriction: replacement bus 26E between Kagraner Platz and Hausfeldstraße

The route of line 26 is closed between Josef Baumann Gasse and Hausfeldstraße. The replacement bus 26E is travelling between Kagraner Platz and Hausfeldstraße.

Duration of the restriction:

5 up to and including 18 August 2024

In August, Wiener Linien is installing points on Line O in preparation for the new tram line 12.

Restriction: Line O shortened to Praterstern

The section of Line O between Praterstern and Bruno Marek Allee is closed. Line O is short-routed, it only runs between Raxstraße-Rudolfshügelgasse and Praterstern.

Duration of the restriction:

5 August up to and including 1 September 2024

Since February, Wiener Linien has been constructing the 120 metre long and 14.5 metre wide bridge support structure at Aspern Nord, on which the new line 27 will run over the U2 underground line and the S-Bahn in future. We will then build the tracks in the Hausfeldstraße (from mid-February 2024), Pirquetgasse/Berresgasse (from March 2024) and Hirschstettner Hauptallee (from autumn 2024) areas. Completion is planned for autumn 2025.

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Modernisation and service changes

Current timetables

100 construction sites, only a quarter have an impact on operations

Construction planning: close coordination with the City of Vienna

Infrastructure modernisations in 2024

✅ Already completed: Renewal of tram tracks in Kreuzgasse (March)

Restrictions:

Duration:

Please switch to the following lines:

Renewal of tram tracks & redesign of Wiedner Hauptraße (April to November)

Restrictions:

Duration:

Please switch to these lines:

Shuttle service for persons with reduced mobility:

Renewal of tram tracks & redesign of Universitätsstraße (April to September)

Restrictions:

Duration:

Please switch to these lines:

✅ Already completed: renewal of signal boxes between Praterstern and Schottentor (March)

Restrictions: U2 will run on a shortened route to Praterstern

Duration: two weekends in March

Please switch to these lines:

✅ Already completed: Renewal of switches between Schwedenplatz and Schottenring (March, April)

Restrictions: U4 does not run between Schottenring and Schwedenplatz

Duration:

Please switch to these lines:

Renewal of switches between Schottenring and Friedensbrücke (May)

Restrictions: U4 does not run Schottenring-Friedensbrücke, replacement line E4; line 71 shortened

Duration: two weekends in May

Installation of new elevators (June, July, August)

Duration of the restriction:

Renovation of Augartenbrücke & renewal of tram tracks (June, July, August)

Restrictions: Line 31 is diverted

Duration of the restriction:

Renovation of the tunnel beams between Schwedenplatz and Schottenring (July)

Restrictions: U4 does not operate between Schwedenplatz and Schottenring

Duration of the restriction:

Alternatives:

Installation of switches for the new line 12 (July)

Restrictions:

Duration of the restriction:

Track renewal Urban Loritz Platz (July)

Restriction:

Duration of the restriction:

Installation of switches for the new line 27 (August)

Restriction:

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Installation of switches for the new line 12 (August)

Restriction:

Duration of the restriction:

Underground service between Seestadt and Karlsplatz resumes on 2 September 2024

Renewal of the turning facility in Heiligenstadt (July)

Restrictions: U4 shuttle train Spittelau-Heiligenstadt

Duration of the restrictions:

11A, 11B: local diversions due to the construction of new line 12

Renewal of tracks at Schlickplatz (October, November)

Restrictions:

Duration of the restrictions:

Construction of the new Alserbachbrücke (November, December)

Restrictions: Track replacement operation Friedensbrücke

Duration of the restriction:

Renewal of switches in Heiligenstadt (November)

Restrictions: U4 runs on a short route to Spittelau

Duration of the restriction:

Renewal of switches at Leopoldau (May)

Restrictions and alternatives:

Duration of the restriction:

Installation of new elevators at Nußdorfer Straße station (January to March)

Restrictions:

Alternative: Stations with centre platform

Installation of new elevators at station Nudßdorfer Straße (April to August)

Restrictions:

Alternative: Stations with centre platform

Installation of new elevators at station Alser Straße (August to October)

Restrictions:

Alternative: Stations with centre platform

Installation of new elevators at station Josefstädter Straße (January to May)

Restrictions:

Duration of the elevator closure: