Replacement services during the Nuremberg – Regensburg corridor renovation
Replacement services during the corridor renovation
The line between Nuremberg and Regensburg will be completely closed from 6 February 2026 to 10 July 2026 due to the corridor renovation. Long-distance services will be diverted around the line closure. Travellers on regional services will be able to reach their destinations via an extensive network of replacement bus services.
Find out when and where your bus will run
Find bus routes and times at bahn.de/en, in the DB Navigator app, in the local public transport apps and on the websites of the local transport associations.
Timetables and posters with information about replacement bus services and changes to journey times will be provided at all affected stations in advance of the construction work. Visit bahnhof.de/en for information on how to get to the replacement bus stops.
Changes to regional transport
Train services will be severely restricted from 6 February 2026 to 10 July 2026 for the corridor renovation of the Nuremberg – Regensburg line. Travellers will still be able to reach their destinations. However, the following service changes and bus replacements will apply to regional and local trains:
Affected routes with replacement bus services and alternative direct services
| Line | Usual route | Changes from 6 February 2026 |
|---|---|---|
RE 22 | Nuremberg – Neumarkt (Oberpf.) – Regensburg – Munich | RE 22 will not run between Nuremberg and Regensburg. There will be a replacement bus service:
Nuremberg – Regensburg
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RB 51 | Neumarkt (Oberpf.) - Regensburg (– Straubing – Plattling) | RB 51 will not run between Neumarkt (Oberpf.) and Regensburg. There will be a replacement bus service:
Neumarkt (Oberpf.) – Regensburg
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RE 50 | Nuremberg – Neumarkt (Oberpf.) – Regensburg – Straubing – Plattling | RE 50 will not run between Nuremberg and Regensburg. There will be a replacement bus service:
Nuremberg – Regensburg
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S3 (Nuremberg S-Bahn) | Nuremberg – Feucht – Neumarkt | S3 will not run between Feucht and Neumarkt (Oberpf.). There will be a replacement bus service:
Feucht – Neumarkt (Oberpf.)
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| RE 18 | Ingolstadt North – Ingolstadt Main Station – Neustadt (Donau) – Regensburg – Plattling | Regional and local services will be reduced due to the diversion of freight trains. There will be lower train frequencies and replacement bus services between Neustadt (Donau) and Regensburg:
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| RB 17 | Ingolstadt Main Station – Neustadt(Donau) – Regensburg Main Station | Regional and local services will be reduced due to the diversion of freight trains. There will be lower train frequencies and replacement bus services between Neustadt (Donau) and Regensburg Main Station:
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| RE 3 | Munich Main Station – Freising – Landshut – Plattling – Passau | Regional and local services will be reduced due to the diversion of freight trains. There will be lower train frequencies and replacement bus services between Landshut and Passau:
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| RE 40 | Nuremberg Main Station – Regensburg Main Station | Alternative direct train service between Nuremberg and Regensburg:
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Affected services without replacement buses
| Line | Usual route | Changes from 6 February 2026 |
|---|---|---|
RB 33 | Munich Main Station – Freising – Landshut | There will be changes to the timetable:
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| RE 1 | Munich Main Station – Ingolstadt Main Station – Nuremberg | There will be changes to the timetable:
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| RE 5 | Munich Main Station – Salzburg | There will be changes to the timetable:
The extra peak hour services between Munich Main Station and Traunstein will not run. This is to allow the diversion of freight trains. |
| RE 7/RE 17 | Augsburg Main Station – Nuremberg Main Station | Regional trains between Augsburg and Nuremberg will not run. This is to allow the diversion of freight trains.
RE 16, RE 80, RE 89, RB 87, RE 60 and RB 16 provide an alternative for parts of this route. |
| RE 22 | Munich Airport – Regensburg | There will be additional stops between Munich Airport and Regensburg. This is to substitute for other services affected by the construction works. |
| RB 13 | Augsburg Main Station – Friedberg | There will be changes to the timetable:
The 15-minute interval between Augsburg Main Station and Friedberg on weekdays will be reduced; trains will run every 30 minutes. This is to allow the diversion of freight trains. |
| RB 40 | Munich Main Station – Mühldorf Markt Schwaben | There will be changes to the timetable:
The service will not run between Munich Central Station and Munich East. This is to allow the diversion of freight trains. Travellers can use the S-Bahn as an alternative. |
| RB 45 | Mühldorf – Freilassing – Salzburg | There will be changes to the timetable:
RB 45 will not run between Freilassing and Salzburg. This is to allow the diversion of freight trains. S3 (ÖBB) and RE 5 provide an alternative on this route. |
| RB 48 | Munich East – Wasserburg am Inn | There will be changes to the timetable:
RB 48 will start at Grafing. |
| RB 87 | Augsburg – Donauwörth/Meitingen | There will be changes to the timetable:
The extra peak hour services between Augsburg and Donauwörth will not run. In addition, the Augsburg – Meitingen shuttle trains will not run Mon–Fri. The hourly service between Augsburg and Donauwörth will continue to run. |
Long-distance trains
Long-distance trains are also affected and will be diverted around the line closure. The changes are already included in DB's electronic timetable information. You can find timetable information at bahn.de/en and in the DB Navigator app. Plan and book your journey in advance using the website or app.
For more information, view the DB long-distance disruption map.
Nuremberg – Regensburg railway line: What is planned?
The 88-kliometre-long Nuremberg – Regensburg line is an important part of the European Rhine-Danube corridor and one of the busiest routes in Bavaria. It also provides a vital rail link to Austria. During the corridor renovation, DB will renew tracks, points, overhead lines and stations on a large scale. Additional crossovers will be installed to provide more flexibility in the event of disruption or engineering works on the line. In addition, a railway embankment near Deining and a bridge near Burgthann will be upgraded.
Other lines in Bavaria will undergo a corridor renovation once the Nuremberg – Regensburg works have been completed. You can find more information about the project here.
Answers to frequently asked questions
Our FAQs contain frequently asked questions and answers about replacement services for regional trains during the corridor renovation between Nuremberg and Regensburg in 2026.
Where can I find the timetable information for the replacement services?
All replacement services are shown via the usual travel information channels, for example at bahn.de/en or in the DB Navigator app as well as in the apps of the regional transport associations. Departure timetables are also available at the bus stops used by the replacement service.
How do I find the bus stops for the replacement services?
The replacement bus stops are usually outside the train station or, to minimise bus journey times, at another convenient central location. They are clearly labelled. Signage points the way to the replacement bus stop. Maps of the surrounding area are provided on the platform notice boards, showing walking routes between the station and the replacement bus stop.
What ticket do I need for the replacement service and where can I buy it?
Boarding the replacement buses is only permitted with a valid ticket. On replacement buses for regional transport, valid local transport tickets are accepted, including the Deutschlandticket.
You can obtain tickets from the apps, websites, ticket offices and ticket machines of the regional transport associations and participating rail companies (e.g. DB Navigator or bahn.de/en). This ticket is then valid for the replacement bus instead of the train. It is not possible to buy tickets on the bus.
How will I recognise the buses for the regional replacement services?
All the buses are completely purple and have "Ersatzverkehr Replacement Service" written on the side. The symbol for the replacement bus service is also easy to recognise. Digital displays on the side and front of the bus show the bus route number and destination.
I have restricted mobility and need assistance. Who can I contact?
Please contact Deutsche Bahn’s Mobility Service. The Mobility Service Center will organize everything necessary if you need assistance with boarding, changing trains, or alighting—for example, a platform lift for a wheelchair. The center also answers questions about suitable trains, station accessibility, and minimum transfer times. You can find information at bahn.de/en/booking-information/accessible-travel. You can also request assistance online at msz.bahnhof.de.
Who can I contact if I have questions about the replacement services?
Please contact the responsible transport company if you have questions about the replacement services:
- agilis: Bus RE22, Bus RE50, Bus RB51, Bus RB17, Bus RE18
- DB Regio Bayern: Bus S3, Bus RE3, Bus RB3, Bus RB33
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