What is the Eurail Austria Pass?
The Eurail Austria Pass allows unlimited train travel across one of Europe’s most scenic and culturally rich countries. Explore from the grandeur of Vienna to charming mountain villages—all on a flexible schedule, ideal for nature lovers, city explorers, and everyone in between.
Popular Routes for Austria Trains
- Vienna – Salzburg: Connect the capital to the birthplace of Mozart and “The Sound of Music.”
- Salzburg – Zell am See: Travel into the heart of Austria’s alpine lakes and ski region.
- Graz – Vienna: Discover Austria’s second-largest city and return via a scenic ride through Styria.
- Innsbruck – Bregenz: Cross through the western Alps to the shores of Lake Constance.
- Linz – Hallstatt: Combine cultural city life with one of Austria’s most picturesque lake towns.
What to Do in Vienna
Visit Schönbrunn Palace, the Hofburg, and the Vienna State Opera. Stroll through the historic Ringstrasse, sip coffee at a traditional Viennese café, and enjoy the blend of classical music, imperial history, and modern design.
How to Activate Your Eurail Pass
Download the Eurail Rail Planner app to get started
You can activate your pass there in 3 easy steps before boarding your first train:
- Add a new mobile pass. Enter your last name and pass number from your voucher
- Create and connect a trip to this pass
- Enter your ID number and trip start date. You can skip this step if you are not ready to travel
Remember, you can activate your pass up to 11 months from the date of purchase
How to travel with your Eurail Pass
- Plan your journey: Use the Eurail Rail Planner app to find train times and check if reservations are required. Tap on a trip for details and use the "Options" button to filter your options
- Save to My Trip: After finding your ideal train journey, tap to save it to My Trip. You can save multiple journeys for easier travel to multiple destinations. Note: Some trips require reservation fees (not included in the pass price)
- Add to My Trip: When ready to travel, go to "My Trip" and tap to add your journey to your pass
- Show your ticket: Board trains by showing your QR code ticket to inspectors. Each travel day on your Pass has a unique QR code that corresponds to journeys saved in steps 2 and 3. To show your QR code ticket, go to "My Pass" and tap "Show ticket."
Use the pass to explore Austria’s rich history and natural beauty: stroll through Vienna’s historic districts, enjoy the musical charm of Salzburg, or unwind by the alpine lakes of Zell am See. You can also connect to neighboring countries such as Germany, Switzerland, and Hungary.
Ideal for travelers who want flexibility, comfort, and easy access to Austria’s top destinations by rail.