Austrian Motorway Vignette Guide for European Travellers
Planning a road trip through Austria? Understanding the vignette system is essential. TravelAustria provides comprehensive, transparent information about Austrian motorway vignettes — from purchase options to correct application and legal requirements.
Whether you are crossing Austria for a weekend trip or planning an extended tour of the Alps, our guides cover everything you need to know to travel legally and confidently on Austrian motorways.
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What Is the Austrian Motorway Vignette?
The Vignette (German: Vignette or Autobahnvignette) is a mandatory toll sticker required for all motor vehicles using Austrian motorways (Autobahnen) and expressways (Schnellstraßen). It is administered by ASFINAG (Autobahnen- und Schnellstraßen-Finanzierungs-Aktiengesellschaft), the state-owned company responsible for Austria's motorway network.
Unlike per-kilometre toll systems used in some other European countries, Austria uses a flat-rate time-based vignette. This means you pay a fixed fee for a specific validity period, regardless of how many kilometres you drive on the motorway network.
Vignette Types at a Glance
10-Day Vignette
Ideal for short transits or weekend trips. Valid for exactly 10 consecutive days from the selected start date. Available digitally or as a physical sticker.
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2-Month Vignette
Perfect for extended holidays or multi-week tours. Covers two full calendar months. Offers excellent value for travellers spending several weeks in or transiting Austria.
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Annual Vignette
The most cost-effective option for frequent travellers. Valid from December 1st of the previous year through January 31st of the following year — approximately 14 months of coverage.
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| Item | Included | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Access to all ASFINAG motorways (Autobahnen) | Yes | Full network coverage |
| Access to all ASFINAG expressways (Schnellstraßen) | Yes | Full network coverage |
| Brenner Motorway (A13) transit | Yes | Standard vignette covers this |
| Tauern Motorway (A10) transit | Yes | Standard vignette covers this |
| Pyhrn Motorway (A9) transit | Yes | Standard vignette covers this |
| Special toll sections (Sondermautstrecken) | No | Separate toll required (e.g., Arlberg, Karawanken) |
| Arlberg Road Tunnel | No | Separate toll: approx. €11 per car |
| Karawanken Tunnel | No | Separate toll: approx. €8 per car |
| Brenner Pass Toll (A13) | No | Additional toll on top of vignette |
| Felbertauern Road | No | Private road, separate toll |
| Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes | No | Must use GO-Box system instead |
| Motorcycles (separate vignette) | Partial | Motorcycles need their own vignette |
| Trailers and caravans | Yes | Covered by vehicle vignette if under 3.5t |
| Electric vehicles | Yes | Same vignette rules apply |
Preparation Checklist
Before entering Austria on a motorway, ensure you have completed the following steps:
- Confirm your vehicle is under 3.5 tonnes (if not, arrange GO-Box)
- Decide on the correct vignette duration (10-day, 2-month, or annual)
- Purchase the vignette from an authorised source (ASFINAG, petrol station, ÖAMTC, ADAC)
- If physical sticker: affix it correctly to the windscreen before entering the motorway
- If digital vignette: register your licence plate and keep confirmation email
- Check if your planned route includes any special toll sections
- Carry cash or card for any additional tunnel/pass tolls
- Verify the vignette start date is correct (cannot be changed after purchase)
- Ensure the sticker is placed on the correct position (inside windscreen, top-left or top-right)
- Do not remove or damage the sticker (it becomes void if tampered with)
- Keep the purchase receipt as proof of transaction
- Check for any route-specific seasonal closures (mountain passes)
- Confirm your vehicle registration matches the digital vignette record
- Review ASFINAG's current price list before purchase
Why Use TravelAustria?
We are an independent information resource dedicated to helping European travellers navigate Austria's motorway toll system with confidence. Our content is regularly reviewed against official ASFINAG publications and Austrian traffic law. We do not sell vignettes directly — our role is to provide clear, unbiased guidance so you can make informed decisions.
Our team has compiled this guide based on official ASFINAG documentation, Austrian Federal Roads Act (Bundesstraßengesetz), and practical experience from travellers across Europe. We update our content seasonally to reflect current prices and regulatory changes.
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