# Koralm Railway infrastructure development in Austria

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/koralm-railway-infrastructure-development-in-austria
> Updated: 2026-10-21T19:42:10.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The Koralm Railway project has transitioned from infrastructure upgrades to active passenger service in southern Austria. Initial developments focused on modernization works at Villach station, which included renewing platforms, overhead lines, and improving accessibility. These upgrades were designed to accommodate increased traffic and integrate regional hubs, such as Graz-Feldkirchen Airport, into the rail network.

Following these preparations, the Koralmbahn has commenced regular passenger operations. The new connection, which utilizes the 33-kilometre Koralm Tunnel, significantly reduces travel times between the provincial capitals of Graz and Klagenfurt, with Railjet Xpress services completing the journey in approximately 41 minutes.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-21: Koralmbahn railway connects Graz and Klagenfurt in southern Austria

The new Koralmbahn railway line, featuring the 33-kilometre Koralm Tunnel, now connects Graz and Klagenfurt in approximately 41 minutes.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/koralmbahn-railway-connects-graz-and-klagenfurt-in-southern-austria

### 2026-10-16: Austrian rail infrastructure expands with Villach station upgrades and new Graz airport links

Austria's rail network sees major developments as Villach main station completes modernization and new Koralm Railway connections to Graz-Feldkirchen Airport are scheduled for late 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/austrian-rail-infrastructure-expands-with-villach-station-upgrades-and-new-graz-airport-links

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