How to Get to and Around Austria
Travel quickly and comfortably throughout the country!

The well-developed public transportation network makes it quick and easy to get from A to B within the country thanks to flight, train and bus connections.

Changes to border traffic with Hungary and Slovakia from 5 April 2025 until approximately 30 May 2025

As a precautionary measure in response to the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in neighbouring countries, Hungary and Slovakia, veterinary border controls may be carried out when crossing the border until 30 May 2025. Please expect possible delays. The import ban from the designated restricted zone in Hungary will also remain in effect until 30 May 2025.

Arrival and travelling by train and bus

Austria by Train

Find detailed infos about tickets, travel classes, special offers, and tips for travelling by train.

Austria by Train

Holiday Without a Car

Arrive comfortably by train, then take public transport to your final destination - a great (and sustainable) start of your holiday for you and the environment.

Car-free holidays in Austria

Arrival and entry by car and motorcycle

Austria offers an excellent road network, ideal for all road users. We provide tips for a safe journey, information on traffic regulations and tolls on freeways and expressways as well as vignettes and the GO-Box.

Arriving by car and motorcycle

Austria has a well-developed road network which lets you reach your destination with ease.

Austria by Road

Toll, vignette and GO-Box

All Austrian motorways ("Autobahn") and expressways ("S" roads) are subject to toll. Find out where to get and how to display your vignette toll sticker here.

Vignette and more

Closure of the Tauern Route

Due to extensive construction work on the ÖBB Tauern Tunnel, the Tauernbahn car shuttle service between Böckstein and Mallnitz-Obervellach will also be closed from 18 November 2024 until 4 July 2025 inclusive.
Further information

Construction on the new Lueg Bridge

For traffic safety reasons and to reduce the strain on the Lueg Bridge, traffic will be reduced to a single lane in both directions from 1 January 2025. On days with high traffic volumes, a temporary two-lane system will be implemented using a special traffic management setup to minimise long delays and congestion.
Further information

E-mobility in Austria

Here, you'll find an overview about stations to charge your electric vehicle in Austria:

Optimal flight connections

Travelling by plane

Austria, the country at the heart of Europe, offers optimal flight connections. In addition to Vienna, the hub, there are other airports with international connections.

Travelling by plane

Entry and customs regulations

Entry and Customs Regulations in Austria

The most important emergency numbers at a glance

European emergency number: 112

Emergency numbers in Austria:

  • Fire department: 122

  • Police: 133

  • Rescue: 144

Emergency breakdown services in Austria:

  • ÖAMTC: 120

  • ARBÖ: 123

Mountain rescue: 140

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Monetary Matters

Austria is a member of the Economic and Currency Union - the common currency is the Euro. Also: Find out about ATM, use of credit cards and traveling with large amounts

Currency and money exchange

Entry and Customs Regulations in Austria

In order for you to enjoy a relaxed journey, we have compiled important information here about customs regulations, border formalities and entering Austria with pets.

Entry and Customs Regulations
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