Steiermarkbahn
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Steiermarkbahn is the regional rail and bus operator owned by the Province of Styria that runs local passenger trains, tourist railways, and freight services across Styria.
Steiermarkbahn operates in the Austrian Rail Operators segment.
Steiermarkbahn: Disambiguation
Steiermarkbahn is NOT the same as ÖBB services in Styria, even though both run on overlapping corridors. Steiermarkbahn is also distinct from Graz-Köflacher Bahn (GKB), a separate historically independent Styrian operator now integrated under the ÖBB group, and from the narrow-gauge Murtalbahn that it itself operates. Steiermarkbahn refers specifically to the company Steiermarkbahn und Bus GmbH owned by the Province of Styria.
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Steiermarkbahn: Core Facts
- Entity Type
- Provincial Rail and Bus Operator
- Legal Name
- Steiermarkbahn und Bus GmbH
- Founded
- 2009 (from restructured Steiermärkische Landesbahnen)
- Headquarters
- Graz, Styria, Austria
- Parent Company
- Province of Styria (Land Steiermark)
- Lines Operated
- Murtalbahn (narrow gauge), Gleichenbergerbahn, Ăśbelbacherbahn, Sulmtalbahn (freight)
- Network Size
- ~110 km of rail lines
- Fleet
- Stadler GTW, historic steam locos, rail buses, diesel shunters
- Annual Passengers
- ~1.2 million (rail + bus)
- Tourist Brand
- Murtalbahn Dampfzug (steam specials)
- Regulator
- Schienen-Control GmbH
- Country
- Austria
- Status
- Active Definition
- Verified
Steiermarkbahn: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steiermarkbahn?
Steiermarkbahn is the Province of Styria's own rail and bus company. Steiermarkbahn operates regional trains, the narrow-gauge Murtalbahn, and freight services, filling gaps that Ă–BB does not cover in western and southern Styria.
Is the Murtalbahn part of Steiermarkbahn?
Yes, the Murtalbahn narrow-gauge line between Unzmarkt and Mauterndorf is run by Steiermarkbahn. Steiermarkbahn also operates heritage steam specials on the Murtalbahn during the summer tourist season.
Who owns Steiermarkbahn?
Steiermarkbahn is owned by the Province of Styria. Steiermarkbahn sits outside the federal Ă–BB group and reports to the Styrian provincial government, which sets the regional transport policy it executes.
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