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Guide · Updated November 2026

Vienna Airport to City Centre – every option at a glance.

Because of construction work on the main S-Bahn line through the city, the CAT and S7 currently run differently from usual. Here you can see which connections are available right now and which one suits your trip.

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In short

How do I get from Vienna airport to the city centre at the moment?

From Vienna airport to the city centre you can currently take the CAT replacement bus to Wien Mitte, ÖBB long-distance trains to Vienna Central Station, the S7 as far as St. Marx, the Vienna Airport Bus lines, or a taxi, ride-hailing app or pre-booked chauffeur. According to Wiener Linien, the changes are due to the closure of the main S-Bahn line from 7 September 2026 until the end of October 2027. By car the journey usually takes 20 to 30 minutes.

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What has changed

Why getting from Vienna airport into town works differently in 2026

Rail connections between the airport and the centre are restricted because of a major construction project. According to Wiener Linien (as of November 2026), the main S-Bahn line between Wien Praterstern and Wien Hauptbahnhof is closed from 7 September 2026 until the end of October 2027, and Wien Mitte (Landstrasse) station is affected too.

For travellers this means: the S7 currently ends at St. Marx, the City Airport Train runs as a bus, and Vienna Central Station (Hauptbahnhof) becomes the most important interchange for rail passengers. According to Vienna Airport, ÖBB long-distance trains from Hauptbahnhof to the airport and the Vienna Airport Bus lines run without restrictions.

Timetables may change during the works, so check your connection with the operators shortly before you travel.

City Airport Train

CAT replacement bus 2026: premium coaches instead of the train to Wien Mitte

During the works the City Airport Train does not run on rails but by bus. According to cityairporttrain.com (as of November 2026), premium buses run between Wien Mitte and the airport from 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027. Because of a fire at Praterstern, the bus service started earlier, on 24 August 2026, with up to five departures per hour in each direction.

According to the operator, buses run every 12 minutes between 7 am and 7 pm and every 15 minutes at other times. The first departure from Wien Mitte is at 05:30 and the last at 23:15. At the airport the buses stop at Terminal 3, bus bay 0, with the first departure at 06:10 and the last at 23:37.

Suitcases can be taken on board, but large items such as skis or bicycles cannot. City check-in at Wien Mitte is suspended while the bus service operates.

Rail and bus

S7 Vienna airport, ÖBB long-distance trains and Vienna Airport Bus

Besides the CAT bus there are several public connections. The following information comes from the operators (as of November 2026); journey times vary by connection and are shown in the current timetables.

  • S7: according to Wiener Linien, runs to and from St. Marx during the closure, with a connection to tram line 18 there
  • REX 7: according to Wiener Linien, diverted via Vienna Central Station to the airport
  • ÖBB long-distance trains: according to Vienna Airport, run without restrictions from Vienna Central Station to the airport
  • Vienna Airport Bus VAB 1: Westbahnhof and Hauptbahnhof, every half hour according to the operator
  • VAB 2: Morzinplatz/Schwedenplatz; VAB 3: Donauzentrum, Kaisermühlen, Stadion and Donaumarina
  • VAB 4: Karlsplatz, every half hour; VAB 5: Praterstern, every half hour during the day
Taxi and app

Vienna airport taxi or Uber – which is the better fit?

A taxi or ride-hailing app takes you to your destination without changing, but they charge differently. A taxi from the rank usually runs on the meter, so the total depends on route, traffic and waiting time. With app services such as Uber you see a price before ordering, which can vary with demand and time of day.

Which option is cheaper cannot be said in general. At peak times, in bad weather or at night the picture can change quickly. We deliberately do not quote day-to-day prices here, because they change constantly.

A third option is a pre-booked airport taxi at a fixed price: the price is agreed before your trip, and the driver is already waiting in the arrivals hall.

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Private chauffeur

Private transfer from Vienna airport to the city centre

A private transfer is worthwhile above all with lots of luggage, with children, in small groups or for very early and late flights. You get in outside the terminal and out at your address, with no change at Hauptbahnhof or St. Marx.

With Vienna Chauffeur Service you get a fixed price on request, with no meter. Up to one hour of waiting at the airport is free, there are no extra charges for flight delays, and child seats cost nothing. The drive to the city centre usually takes 20 to 30 minutes.

Every detail of how it works is on our Vienna airport transfer page; advice on where to meet after landing is in our guide Vienna airport meeting point.

Making a choice

Which connection from Vienna airport suits you?

The best connection depends less on the vehicle than on your situation. As a rough guide:

  • Travelling alone, light luggage, destination near Wien Mitte: CAT replacement bus
  • Continuing by train or staying near Vienna Central Station: ÖBB long-distance train or VAB 1
  • Destination in the west of the city: VAB 1 to Westbahnhof
  • Accommodation near Karlsplatz, Schwedenplatz or Praterstern: the matching VAB line
  • Spontaneous, without planning: taxi or ride-hailing app
  • Family, group, lots of luggage or arriving at night: a pre-booked transfer at a fixed price
FAQ

Vienna airport to the city – frequently asked questions

The City Airport Train is currently running as a bus. According to cityairporttrain.com, premium buses run between Wien Mitte and the airport from 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027, and already since 24 August 2026 because of a fire at Praterstern. During the day they run every 12 minutes, otherwise every 15 minutes.

Besides the CAT replacement bus there are ÖBB long-distance trains to Vienna Central Station, the S7 as far as St. Marx and the Vienna Airport Bus lines to Westbahnhof, Hauptbahnhof, Schwedenplatz, Karlsplatz, Praterstern and Donaustadt. Without changing, you can take a taxi, a ride-hailing app or a private transfer.

No, according to Wiener Linien the S7 runs to and from St. Marx during the closure of the main line, because Wien Mitte station is closed. At St. Marx you can change to tram line 18. According to Wiener Linien, the closure lasts until the end of October 2027.

That depends on your exact destination. By car the journey to the city centre usually takes 20 to 30 minutes and ends right at your address. With train and bus, waiting and changing time come on top; journey times are in the operators’ current timetables.

There is no general answer. A taxi usually charges by the meter, while app prices vary with demand and time of day. If you want to know the price in advance, you can pre-book a transfer at a fixed price.

According to the operator, line VAB 1 of the Vienna Airport Bus connects the airport with Westbahnhof and Vienna Central Station every half hour. Exact departure times are in the timetable on viennaairportbus.com. Check it shortly before you travel.

Yes, according to Vienna Airport, ÖBB long-distance trains run between Vienna Central Station and the airport without restrictions. According to Wiener Linien, the REX 7 is also diverted via Hauptbahnhof. For rail travellers, Hauptbahnhof is currently the most practical interchange.

Above all with lots of luggage, children, in groups or for early-morning and late-evening flights. You travel to your door without changing and know the price in advance. With us, up to one hour of waiting at the airport and child seats are free.

FAQ

More questions from our guests

According to Wiener Linien, from 7 September 2026 until the end of October 2027. The section between Wien Praterstern and Wien Hauptbahnhof is closed. During this period, changed connections apply to the S7, REX 7 and CAT.

Yes, according to the operator suitcases can be taken without problems, and the driver loads large cases. Skis, surfboards, bicycles and scooters are not allowed on the bus. Pushchairs may travel.

Yes, according to the operator, line VAB 2 of the Vienna Airport Bus runs to Morzinplatz near Schwedenplatz. During the day the intervals there are particularly short. Exact times are in the current timetable.

That depends on the mode of transport; current fares are published by the operators. For a private transfer with Vienna Chauffeur Service you receive a fixed price on request, including luggage and child seats. No meter runs during the journey.

For the S7, REX 7 and long-distance trains at oebb.at, for the CAT bus at cityairporttrain.com and for the Vienna Airport Bus at viennaairportbus.com. Wiener Linien publishes information on the main-line closure. As a lot can change during the works, check shortly before you travel.

Yes, as a private transfer we drive directly to your hotel address. Some hotels offer their own shuttles, so ask the hotel directly. The advantage of a private transfer is that it leaves exactly when you have landed.

No, there is no tram to the airport. According to Wiener Linien, line 18 connects with the S7 at St. Marx. From there you continue on the S7 to the airport.

According to Wiener Linien, the closure is planned to end at the end of October 2027; according to cityairporttrain.com, the CAT runs as a bus until 31 October 2027. After that the usual rail connections are expected to resume. Operators publish short-notice changes on their websites.

According to cityairporttrain.com, at Terminal 3, bus bay 0. In the city it stops at Wien Mitte, with direct access via the CAT foyer. The buses run non-stop between the two points.

According to cityairporttrain.com, city check-in is suspended while the bus service operates. In the CAT foyer, flight check-in and boarding pass printing are still possible for selected airlines. However, you have to take your luggage to the airport yourself.

With line VAB 5 of the Vienna Airport Bus, which according to the operator runs every half hour during the day. Alternatively, a taxi or pre-booked transfer takes you there directly. Current departure times are in the operator’s timetable.

After the last CAT bus at 23:37, the options are a taxi, a ride-hailing app or a pre-booked transfer. For trains and the Vienna Airport Bus, check the last departures in the timetable. We collect around the clock, including after midnight.

With lots of luggage, a journey without changing is the most pleasant, so a taxi or pre-booked transfer. The Vienna Chauffeur Service Business Van has room for up to 7 passengers and 6 suitcases. The driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance.

If you have meetings straight after landing, a pre-booked transfer saves time because there is no waiting or changing. With Wi-Fi on board you can work during the journey. Companies receive an invoice.

At the taxi rank outside the terminal you take the next free taxi. It is better to book a private transfer in advance, so the chauffeur is already waiting in the arrivals hall. Short-notice requests are possible by phone on +43 699 172 32 607.

According to cityairporttrain.com, the last bus leaves Terminal 3 at 23:37. The first departure from the airport is at 06:10. For later arrivals you need another connection, such as a taxi or a pre-booked transfer.

According to viennaairportbus.com there are five express lines: VAB 1 to Westbahnhof and Hauptbahnhof, VAB 2 to Morzinplatz/Schwedenplatz, VAB 3 to Donauzentrum, Kaisermühlen, Stadion and Donaumarina, VAB 4 to Karlsplatz and VAB 5 to Praterstern. According to Vienna Airport, the buses run without restrictions.

Yes, in several ways. According to Vienna Airport, ÖBB long-distance trains run without restrictions; according to Wiener Linien, the diverted REX 7 does too, as well as bus line VAB 1. By car you also reach Hauptbahnhof without changing.

Without changing, the car is the most comfortable because you travel straight to your accommodation. According to the operator, pushchairs may travel on the CAT bus. With us, child seats are free and fitted in advance.

Usually 20 to 30 minutes, depending on time of day and traffic on the A4 motorway. In rush hour it can take longer. With a fixed-price transfer, this does not change the price.

Please check the exact operating hours of the S7 in the current timetable on oebb.at. During the main-line closure the S7 ends at St. Marx. For night-time arrivals, a taxi or pre-booked transfer is often more reliable.

For these destinations there are train and bus connections as well as private transfers. Vienna Chauffeur Service drives both routes at a fixed price on request, without changing. This is particularly practical with luggage or in small groups.

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