Getting Around in Vienna
Vienna has one of the best public transport networks in the world — frequent, clean, safe, and surprisingly affordable. You definitely don't need a car in Vienna.
The Vienna Public Transport Network
- Subway: 5 lines (U1–U4, U6), runs 5:00 am–12:30 am, Fri/Sat/holiday continuously. Frequency: 2–5 minutes during the day.
- Tram (Bim): 28 lines, the second-largest network in the world. The Ringstrasse tram (lines 1 and 2) is a free sightseeing tour.
- Bus: Complements subway and Bim. Night buses (N-lines) on weekends when the subway pauses.
- S-Bahn: For trips to Klosterneuburg, Baden, or Bratislava (1h, from €9!).
Tickets & Prices
| Ticket | Price | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Single Ride | €2.40 | Valid for 1 ride, unlimited transfers |
| 24-Hour Ticket | €8.00 | Cheaper from the 4th ride |
| 48-Hour Ticket | €14.10 | Ideal for 2-day visits |
| 72-Hour Ticket | €17.10 | The bestseller |
| Weekly Ticket | €17.10 | Mon 0:00 to Mon 9:00 — unbeatable! |
| Climate Ticket Vienna (Year) | €365 | €1/day for all public transport in Vienna |
Other Modes of Transport
- On Foot: The city center (1st district) is compact — St. Stephen's Cathedral, Hofburg, Graben, Naschmarkt are all within 15 minutes walking distance.
- Bicycle: WienMobil Rad (formerly Citybike) — first 30 minutes free, then €1/30 min. 195 stations throughout the city. Well-developed bike path network, especially along the Danube Canal.
- Taxi/Uber: Uber is fully available in Vienna and usually cheaper than a taxi. Airport–center: about €25–35.
- Fiaker: The famous horse-drawn carriages — 20 minutes from €80, 40 minutes from €110. Touristic, but unique. Depart from Stephansplatz or Heldenplatz.
Vienna City Card
Combines public transport ticket + over 200 discounts (up to 50% off in museums, restaurants, shops). From €17 (24h), €25 (48h), €29 (72h). Worth it from 2–3 museum visits per day. Buy online and load onto your phone.
💡 Tipp
The Vienna weekly ticket is valid from Monday to Monday and costs €17.10 — the same as the 72-hour ticket, but for up to 8 days! If your stay falls from Monday to Sunday, it's the best ticket in the world.
