Austria by Train

The Railjet offers coaches with extra comfort, free Wifi on board, and much faster connections.

At interval speeds of 140 mph (230 km/h), you can now reach Salzburg’s main train station from the Vienna International Airport in as little as 2 hours and 49 minutes.

Even service from Vienna Airport to St. Anton am Arlberg - all the way in western Austria - is available, as the ÖBB Railjet whisks you to the ski destination of your dreams in less than 6 hours.

With the Nightjet, you can comfortably travel while you sleep in cosy sleeper cars, couchettes and seating carriages. The next morning, you will arrive fully refreshed at your destination - right in the city centre.

Nightjet routes will take you all around Austria, including to Salzburg, Vienna, Innsbruck, Bregenz, and Arlberg, among others.

Sleeper cars and couchette coaches range from 1 to 6 beds, accommodating groups of different sizes and letting you choose your level of privacy.

The Austrian Railways’ Economy Class is everything but basic.

Modern, comfortable seats in perfectly air-conditioned trains feature power outlets and tables. WiFi is available on many trains, and a small onboard bistro is just a short walk away.

For an upgrade, choose First Class, which gets you adjustable seats, more legroom and space on each side, extra-wide tables, and power outlets at each seat.

You can also order food and drinks straight to your seat!

Ultimate comfort awaits in Business Class, which is even more luxurious than First!

Maximum distance between seats, leather covers, leg rests, reading lights, and plenty of table space make it an ideal place to completely relax.

Reserve your seat on the Austrian Railways' website in advance for a small fee! (3 Euro on domestic trains)

Most trains allow for advance seat reservation, making travelling with others a breeze and guaranteeing a spot by the window. When booking a night train, you'll automatically be assigned a seat or bed at no extra cost.

Want to hop off the train along the way and go exploring? No problem, as long as you stay on the same route and complete your journey within 2 days.

That means you can buy a ticket from Vienna to Salzburg and discover under-the-radar cities like Linz or Wels along the way! Or make a pit-stop in stunning Innsbruck en route to Austria's western mountains.

Your whole booking experience can now be handled through the ÖBB App, which serves as a seamless digital travel companion. Book your ticket through the app, make a seat reservation, and get your ticket right on your phone or tablet. The app also shows real-time travel updates tailored to your itinerary, so you're prepared for any changes!

With ÖBB's smart mobility services, mobility extends beyond the train station: Get to work on the train, ride an e-scooter through the city, take a trip in a rental car, or maybe you'd rather get out and about by bike – there are plenty of options.

Finding, booking and paying for the new mobility services couldn't be easier with the Wegfinder app – one app for all options. You can also compare different routes.