Do I Need a Vignette to Go to Vienna?

Yes, you need a vignette to drive to Vienna if you use Austria’s motorways (Autobahn) and expressways.

This requirement applies to all vehicles under 3.5 tons, including cars, motorcycles, and camper vans.

Driving from neighboring countries like Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, or Hungary to Vienna typically involves using Austria’s toll road network, where the vignette is mandatory.

The moment you enter an Austrian motorway, you must have a valid vignette or face fines up to €120.

NOTE: Local roads and certain border sections are vignette-free, but these routes significantly increase travel time and may not be practical for most travelers.

Roads and Borders on the Way to Vienna

Most routes to Vienna use motorways, particularly the A1 Westautobahn from Germany, A4 Ostautobahn from Hungary, A2 Südautobahn from Italy/Slovenia, and A22 Donauufer-Autobahn from Czech Republic/Slovakia.

The vignette requirement starts immediately after crossing the border when entering Austrian motorways. However, there are four specific exceptions where short border sections remain toll-free:

• A1 Westautobahn: Between Walserberg border and Salzburg Nord junction
• A12 Inntalautobahn: Between Kufstein border and Kufstein-Süd junction
• A14 Rheintal/Walgau Autobahn: Between Hörbranz border and Hohenems junction

NOTE: These exempted sections are very short and most travelers will need to continue on toll roads to reach Vienna.

Local roads and secondary routes through Austria remain vignette-free, but expect significantly longer journey times and challenging mountain passes, especially in winter.

Vignette Requirements in Austria

A vignette is required to drive to Vienna on Austria’s motorway network.

Who needs it: All vehicles up to 3.5 tons technically permissible maximum laden mass (TPMLM), including cars, motorcycles, and small camper vans.

Validity options and 2025 prices:

• 1-day vignette: €9.60 (cars), €3.80 (motorcycles) – digital only
• 10-day vignette: €12.80 (cars), €5.10 (motorcycles)
• 2-month vignette: €32.00 (cars), €12.80 (motorcycles)
• Annual vignette: €106.80 (cars), €42.70 (motorcycles)

NOTE: Austria also has section tolls for specific tunnels and mountain passes like Brenner, Tauern, and Arlberg, which require separate payments beyond the standard vignette.

Purchase your Austria Vignette online before your trip or visit the official ASFINAG website for complete information and digital purchase options.

Example Cost Summary

NOTE: Additional section tolls may apply for specific routes (€5-€15 depending on the section).

Buying a digital vignette online is the easiest and safest option before starting your trip. Purchase through official channels like the Austria Vignette service or directly from ASFINAG to ensure validity and avoid complications during your journey to Vienna.