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Vienna (Wien)

Major Motorways

A1 West Autobahn, A2 Süd Autobahn, A4 Ost Autobahn, A21 Wiener Außenring Autobahn, A22 Donauufer Autobahn, S1 Wiener Außenring Schnellstraße.

Toll Sections

All motorways and expressways within Vienna require a valid vignette. There are no additional route-specific tolls directly within the city limits. The S1, connecting the A1, A2, A4, and A22, is a crucial bypass route that is vignette-mandatory.

Local Notes

Vienna's urban area is well-served by public transport, and driving within the city centre can be challenging due to traffic and parking restrictions. The vignette is essential for accessing the major arteries leading into and out of the capital.

Lower Austria (Niederösterreich)

Major Motorways

A1 West Autobahn, A2 Süd Autobahn, A4 Ost Autobahn, A5 Nord/Weinviertel Autobahn, A6 Nordost Autobahn, A21 Wiener Außenring Autobahn, A22 Donauufer Autobahn, S1 Wiener Außenring Schnellstraße, S2 Wiener Nordrand Schnellstraße, S3 Weinviertler Schnellstraße, S4 Mattersburger Schnellstraße.

Toll Sections

Standard vignette required for all listed Autobahnen and Schnellstraßen. No specific route tolls are unique to Lower Austria, though it borders areas with special tolls (e.g., A21 leading towards the Semmering section).

Local Notes

As the largest Bundesland by area, Lower Austria is a major transit route. The A1 is a key corridor to Western Austria, while the A2 and A4 connect to the south and east respectively. The state's extensive network requires a vignette for nearly all inter-regional travel.

Upper Austria (Oberösterreich)

Major Motorways

A1 West Autobahn, A7 Mühlkreis Autobahn, A8 Innkreis Autobahn, A9 Pyhrn Autobahn, A25 Welser Autobahn.

Toll Sections

All motorways require a vignette. The A9 Pyhrn Autobahn has a special toll section: the Bosruck Tunnel and Gleinalm Tunnel, which are route-specific tolls and are not covered by the vignette. These are major routes through the Alps.

Local Notes

Upper Austria is a vital east-west and north-south transit hub. The A1 is a primary artery, and the A8 connects to Germany. Be particularly aware of the A9's special toll tunnels if your route takes you through this mountainous region.

Styria (Steiermark)

Major Motorways

A2 Süd Autobahn, A9 Pyhrn Autobahn.

Toll Sections

Vignette required for all motorways. Special toll sections on the A9 Pyhrn Autobahn include the Bosruck Tunnel and Gleinalm Tunnel (route-specific tolls). The S6 Semmering Schnellstraße also has parts that might lead to special toll sections if you continue onto the A2 over the Semmering Pass, though the S6 itself is vignette-mandatory.

Local Notes

Known as Austria's "Green Heart," Styria features significant mountainous terrain. The A9 is a major north-south corridor, and its tunnels are critical infrastructure requiring separate tolls. The A2 connects Graz with Vienna and Carinthia.

Tyrol (Tirol)

Major Motorways

A12 Inntal Autobahn, A13 Brenner Autobahn.

Toll Sections

Vignette required for the A12. The A13 Brenner Autobahn is a special toll road in its entirety, meaning it requires a separate route-specific toll from Innsbruck southwards to the Italian border, even if you have a vignette. The Brenner Pass is a major trans-Alpine route.

Local Notes

Tyrol is a mountainous region, and its motorways are vital for international transit. The A13 Brenner is one of Austria's most prominent special toll routes. Plan for the additional cost of this toll if you are travelling between Austria and Italy via this route.

Salzburg

Major Motorways

A1 West Autobahn, A10 Tauern Autobahn.

Toll Sections

Vignette required for the A1. The A10 Tauern Autobahn contains significant special toll sections: the Tauern Tunnel and the Katschberg Tunnel. These are separate route-specific tolls. The A10 is a crucial north-south connection through the Alps.

Local Notes

Salzburg is a popular tourist destination and a gateway to the Alps. The A10 is a key route for reaching southern Austria and Slovenia/Croatia, and its tunnels are unavoidable for many journeys, necessitating payment of the special tolls.

Carinthia (Kärnten)

Major Motorways

A2 Süd Autobahn, A10 Tauern Autobahn, A11 Karawanken Autobahn.

Toll Sections

Vignette required for the A2 and sections of the A10 and A11. Special toll sections include the Tauern Tunnel and Katschberg Tunnel on the A10 (route-specific tolls), and the Karawanken Tunnel on the A11, which also requires a separate route-specific toll for southbound travel to Slovenia.

Local Notes

Carinthia borders Slovenia and Italy, making its motorways important international connections. The Karawanken Tunnel is a significant border crossing, and its toll should be factored into cross-border travel plans.

Vorarlberg

Major Motorways

A14 Rheintal/Walgau Autobahn.

Toll Sections

Vignette required for the A14. The S16 Arlberg Schnellstraße is a special toll road, specifically the Arlberg Tunnel, which requires a route-specific toll. The S16 connects Vorarlberg with Tyrol and is an alternative to the Arlberg Pass road.

Local Notes

Vorarlberg is Austria's westernmost state, bordering Switzerland and Germany. The Arlberg Tunnel is a critical link for east-west travel, especially in winter when the Arlberg Pass might be challenging. Be sure to account for its special toll.

Burgenland

Major Motorways

A4 Ost Autobahn, A6 Nordost Autobahn, S31 Burgenland Schnellstraße, S4 Mattersburger Schnellstraße.

Toll Sections

All listed motorways and expressways require a valid vignette. There are no additional route-specific tolls within Burgenland.

Local Notes

Burgenland, located in eastern Austria, is characterised by its flat landscape and borders with Hungary and Slovakia. The A4 and A6 are major routes for accessing these neighbouring countries, and a vignette is mandatory for their use.

Vignette Requirement

A digital vignette or physical sticker vignette is mandatory for all vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes using Austrian motorways (Autobahnen) and expressways (Schnellstraßen). Failure to display or possess a valid vignette will result in significant fines. The vignette can be purchased for 10 days, 2 months, or 1 year. Remember the 18-day consumer protection period for online purchases if you are an individual and not a business; plan your purchase accordingly.

Special Toll Sections Overview

Beyond the vignette, several tunnels and mountain passes incur separate, route-specific tolls. These are typically paid directly at the toll plaza or via a digital route toll product purchased in advance. Key special toll sections include:

• A9 Pyhrn Autobahn: Bosruck Tunnel, Gleinalm Tunnel
• A10 Tauern Autobahn: Tauern Tunnel, Katschberg Tunnel
• A11 Karawanken Autobahn: Karawanken Tunnel (southbound)
• A13 Brenner Autobahn: Entire route from Innsbruck South to the Italian border
• S16 Arlberg Schnellstraße: Arlberg Tunnel

These tolls are often higher than the general vignette cost and are essential for traversing challenging alpine terrain.

Winter Tyre Rules

Austria observes mandatory winter tyre regulations. From 1st November to 15th April, all cars (and light trucks) must be fitted with winter tyres (marked M+S, M.S., or M&S, often with the snowflake symbol) if winter driving conditions (snow, slush, ice) prevail. Alternatively, snow chains can be used on at least two driving wheels, but only when the road is largely or entirely covered with snow or ice, and only if they don't damage the road surface. Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes have slightly different regulations, generally requiring winter tyres for the driving axle and carrying chains. Adhering to these rules is not just about avoiding fines; it's crucial for road safety in Austria's often challenging winter conditions.