Rail construction work causes temporary closure of Boards' railway line, lasting until Monday morning.
Commuters traveling between Mühlacker and Bretten will need to consider alternate transportation options due to the closure of the B35 and rail line disruptions caused by bridge repairs. The bridge demolition is scheduled to take place from August 8th, 9 PM, to August 11th, 5 AM, and is expected to last for 56 hours.
Alternate Transportation Options
- Bus Services: Replacement bus services will be arranged during the rail disruptions, running between affected stations. Check with local transit authorities for updated bus routes and schedules. Buses might take routes around the closure zones, stopping at major stations such as Vaihingen an der Enz or Eppingen for transfers.
- Car Detours: Use alternative roadways avoiding the B35 bridge section. Possible detours include taking the B10 or B293 highways as a longer route bypassing the closure, or local roads passing through smaller towns such as Vaihingen or Maulbronn, depending on traffic and road conditions.
- Carpooling or Ride-Sharing: If public transit is limited, consider carpooling with colleagues or using ride-sharing services.
- Cycling or Walking may be impractical given the distance but may be an option for station access or last-mile connectivity.
Estimated Travel Times
- By car using detours: The direct drive between Mühlacker and Bretten normally takes about 25-30 minutes via the B35. With detours, expect travel times to increase to approximately 40-50 minutes depending on traffic and exact routing.
- By public transport (bus + train replacement): Normally, the train journey can take around 20-30 minutes. Replacement buses and transfers will likely extend the journey to around 45-60 minutes.
- Additional travel time should be planned for potential delays due to congestion on detour routes or bus transfers.
Recommendations
- Check real-time updates with Deutsche Bahn and local transit providers for the latest replacement schedules.
- Allow extra time for your commute.
- Consider flexible work hours or remote work during the closure if feasible.
During the bridge demolition, travelers should expect longer travel times. The bus service between Bretten and Bruchsal may be a more time-consuming option, taking 35 minutes compared to the 20 minutes of the MEX 17c. However, it will serve as an alternative during the closure of the rail line. The MEX 17c route is not directly affected by the bridge demolition, but travel times may still be impacted for those using alternative transportation.
- In light of the rail disruptions and road closure, it might be advantageous for some commuters to explore other industry's services, such as ride-sharing or bicycle rental options, to bypass the congested roads and reach their destinations effectively.
- As public-transit alternatives become popular during the bridge repairs, finance-savvy commuters may find it beneficial to plan their travel expenses around the estimated increased costs of using taxi or ride-sharing services for their commute.
