Vienna's public transportation network is well-developed. You can travel quickly and reliably by subway, tram and bus.

Public Transport

The Vienna public transport authority is called Wiener Linien and encompasses underground trains (U-Bahn), overground rail (S-Bahn), trams (Straßenbahn) and buses (Bus) within the limits of the city of Vienna.

The tickets are valid on all trams, buses, and subways by Wiener Linien. Each stamped single ticket is valid until the destination, including multiple transfers. Further information and a route planner can be found here.

You can buy tickets either at ticket machines (available at every subway/S-Bahn station; multiple language options; usually accept cash, maestro cards and credit cards) or prior to your visit online or via the Wiener Linien App.

Please note:

You need to carry a valid ticket with you at all times when using public transport. If you did not purchase an online ticket, you generally have to validate your ticket by sticking it into the blue or orange boxes at the platform entrances or on buses or trams until you hear a satisfying "ping" noise and receive a timestamp on your ticket.