Westbahn Expands Between Vienna, Graz, and Carinthia
Westbahn announces plans to offer high-speed trains between Vienna and Villach starting in March 2026, improving connectivity in Austria’s southern regions with five daily services and speeds up to 250 km/h.
Strike at 13 German Airports Disrupts Flights to and from Austria
45 Vienna-Germany flights are canceled, with significant impacts across other regional airports.
ÖBB Transported Over 511 Million Passengers in 2024
The ÖBB transported over 511 million passengers in 2024, with significant growth in local and regional travel.
ÖBB Launches New Rewards Scheme for Rail Passengers
Once travellers have accumulated 100 points, they can exchange them for a range of rewards, such as a free seat reservation or a hot drink.
Man Travels from Vienna to China Without Passport or Ticket
The man is believed to have hidden in the aircraft’s toilet for the entire journey before being detained in Shenzhen and sent back to Austria.
Vienna: Tram 49 Out of Service from 24 February to Mid-April
During the disruption, which will continue until mid-April, tram lines 46 and 52 will cover most of line 49’s route.
Bus Drivers Stage Nationwide Warning Strikes
Around 12,000 drivers took part in the action, which affected major operators, including ÖBB Postbus, Blaguss, and Dr. Richard.
Austria Sees Drop in Wrong-Way Drivers in 2024
Despite the decline, two people lost their lives in wrong-way driver accidents, while one was seriously injured.
Vienna Expands Scheme to Make Deliveries Emissions-Free
Around 32 companies have signed up so far to switch to emission-free deliveries in Vienna’s 1st and 2nd districts.
Vienna Tram Driver Fired After Being Found Drunk
The driver had a blood alcohol level of 0.9 per mille after police were alerted to a passenger who had fallen inside his tram.
