PlusBus secures the connection between Oranienburg and Bernau until 2027!

PlusBus secures the connection between Oranienburg and Bernau until 2027!

The good news for commuters and travelers from the region: The PlusBus between Bernau, Wandlitz and Oranienburg will remain in place for another two years! This was officially secured by signing a financing agreement for 900,000 euros, with the country also contributing 120,000 euros. There is great joy about this decision, because the PlusBus has recorded a steadily increasing number of passengers since its maiden trip on December 6, 2023. From July to September 2023 alone, it transported almost 65,000 passengers - 15,000 more than in the previous year. The regulation ensures that the line will continue to operate until December 2027.

When making the announcement, mayors and district administrators from the cities and municipalities involved emphasized how important cooperation is for functioning local transport. The cities of Bernau and Oranienburg are each paying 100,000 euros, while the districts of Barnim and Oberhavel are contributing 300,000 euros each. This support shows the clear will to strengthen the region and its transport infrastructure. Barnim.de reports that the PlusBus not only improves local connections, but also makes access to important destinations such as the Brandenburg Clinic and the Sachsenhausen Memorial easier.

A firm line for the region

The PlusBus route 825 runs regularly every hour from Monday to Friday and every two hours on weekends and public holidays. With stops in Oranienburg, Schmachtenhagen, Wensickendorf, Stolzenhagen and Bernau, it offers a reliable service that connects the Barnim and Oberhavel districts without a detour through Berlin. This is ideal for anyone who commutes or wants to discover the beautiful sides of the region.

The PlusBus is operated by the Barnimer Busgesellschaft (BBG) and the Oberhavel Verkehrsgesellschaft (OVG). This collaboration ensures that the journeys are not only regular, but are also well linked to rail traffic at the stops in Oranienburg, Wandlitz and Bernau, which further increases the accessibility of tourist highlights in the region. VBB.de points out that the PlusBus line is an important addition to regional rail transport.

Growth in passenger transport

The current developments in local transport are not only positive, but they also reflect a general trend: according to annual statistics, commercial local transport in Brandenburg is showing steady progress. The surveys on this are not only important for the transport services achieved, but also for the planning of future-oriented measures in rural areas. The statistics include information about passengers, transport services and the available infrastructure, which are crucial for improving local transport Statistics Berlin-Brandenburg.

Overall, it shows that the PlusBus not only represents a practical mobility solution, but is also a step in the right direction to sustainably strengthen connections in our region. If everything goes smoothly, we could benefit from even more improvements in public transport in the coming years.