What are the must-have apps for traveling in Austria?

The essential apps for Austria are ÖBB, Wiener Linien, Google Maps, Google Translate.

How many travel apps does Austria have?

We've curated 9 apps across 5 categories for traveling in Austria, including 4 essential apps.

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Q: What is the best transit app in Austria?

ÖBB is the top-rated transit app in Austria. Austria's official national rail app for booking train tickets, checking timetables, and storing discount cards. Covers domestic and international routes.

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Austria has excellent public transit and a strong local app ecosystem. Cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred outside major cities. German is the official language . a translation app goes a long way in smaller towns.

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Last updated: March 2026

ÖBB

Essential

Austria's official national rail app for booking train tickets, checking timetables, and storing discount cards. Covers domestic and international routes.

Pro tip: Buy tickets in advance for heavily discounted Sparschiene fares . prices rise significantly closer to departure.

Wiener Linien

Essential

Official app for Vienna's public transport covering U-Bahn, trams, and buses with real-time departures and mobile tickets.

Pro tip: A 24-, 48-, or 72-hour Vienna City card purchased in-app gives unlimited rides and is far cheaper than single tickets.

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Bolt

Nice to have

Popular and affordable ride-hailing app operating in Vienna and other major Austrian cities with upfront pricing.

Pro tip: Typically 10-20% cheaper than Uber in Vienna.

Uber

Nice to have

Available in Vienna, Salzburg, and Innsbruck. Reliable for airport transfers and city rides.

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Nice to have

Taxi and ride-hailing app covering Vienna, Salzburg, Graz, and Innsbruck with licensed local taxi drivers.

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foodora

Nice to have

Leading food delivery app in Austria (formerly mjam), delivering from restaurants, grocery stores, and supermarkets across Vienna and major cities.

Pro tip: foodora Plus subscription removes delivery fees . worth it for longer stays in Vienna.

Wolt

Nice to have

Well-loved delivery app for food, groceries, and more, promising 30-minute delivery with a strong restaurant selection.

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