Longer waits for trams and buses, and perhaps soon higher prices: many travelers in Vienna see the red line as reached.
The fact that Wiener Linien boss Alexandra Reinagl also wants to extend the intervals on tram and bus lines in the center of Vienna from Monday in the evening rush hour and thinks aloud about fare increases is the straw that breaks the camel’s back for many public transport travelers.
If the 33 does not and does not go
The “Krone” interviewed people in front of the Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof in Vienna, where several important tram lines intersect. Respondents at least had plenty of time to voice their displeasure: many were waiting for the 33 – and were looking forward to a conversation when the waiting view jumped back from “1 minute” to “10 minutes”.
From Monday, the waiting time for 19 tram lines and 16 bus lines will, at least officially, be longer. The bad news from Reinagl definitely came at the wrong time: many passengers emphasize that they have previously turned a blind eye to disruptions and waiting times, but that is now apparently over.
There is a surprising amount of understanding for Wiener Linien’s needs, both in terms of personnel and finances. Some would also put up with longer intervals and even slightly higher prices if Wiener Linien signaled that they were at least aware of growing customer dissatisfaction.
“I understand that businesses are struggling right now,” said one of those waiting, “but not that it feels like the customers have to pay for it alone.”
Source: Krone
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