A collision involving two tour buses carrying students occurred on the A8 highway near Irschenberg, Bavaria, on Saturday, March 14, 2026. A student and a bus driver sustained serious injuries in the incident, prompting a full closure of the Autobahn and a large response from police and fire services.
According to police reports, one tour bus, carrying a school class, collided with another bus on the acceleration lane of the A8 near Irschenberg. The impact caused significant damage to one of the buses, shattering the windshield. A student was trapped inside and required extrication by firefighters before being airlifted to a hospital.
In addition to the seriously injured student and bus driver, two other students were transported to a hospital but were subsequently released. Approximately 80 passengers were on board the two buses at the time of the accident.
A8 Direction Salzburg Heavily Congested
Following the collision, a significant traffic backlog formed on the A8 in the direction of Salzburg. Reports from the local news portal “rosenheim24” indicated that drivers faced delays exceeding two hours.
Authorities requested that drivers avoid the area entirely, as the removal of the damaged buses posed a significant logistical challenge for emergency crews.
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the collision?
The cause of the collision is currently unclear, according to police reports.
How many people were on the buses?
The two buses were carrying a total of approximately 80 passengers.
What happened to the injured?
A student and a bus driver sustained serious injuries and were transported to a hospital. Two other students were taken to a hospital but were released.
As investigations continue, it remains to be seen what factors contributed to this incident and what measures might be taken to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
