Car Rental at Vienna Central Train Station - The perfect starting point

If you’re looking for a great place to pick-up your vehicle, then look no further than Vienna Central Train Station. This modern railway station was built to replace the older Vienna South and Vienna East railway stations. Known locally as Wien Hauptbahnhof, it’s the perfect starting point for your trip to Vienna. This station provides rail links across Austria and as such welcomes in well over 200,000 passengers per year. Another benefit is that the station provides international rail links to neighbouring countries such as Germany.

This train station has been designed as a through station for trains. It has 16 rail tracks with 15 platforms - with five being covered. The main terminal is covered by a translucent glass and steel structured roof. The train station itself is located in Sudtirolen Platz, which provides lots of links across the city and local area. A car rental from Vienna Central Train Station is often the best option for many. With your car you can uncover Vienna itself but also head further out into the countryside.

Vienna is a city that perfectly merges the old with the new. Its popular Museum Quarter is where many people flock to, however, the whole city has an abundance of Hapsburg influences. Hofburg being one such building that is regarded as one of the beautifulest imperial palaces. St. Stephen’s Cathedral is another popular attraction within the city - that is if 343 steps to reach it doesn’t put you off. Outside Vienna you can enjoy Austri’s UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley, the Roman town of Carnuntum and the picturesque village of Grinzing.

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Station information

This railway station is in keeping with many of Europe’s greatest train stations. Its stylish design is in keeping with a multi-purpose major transport hub. It contains all the necessary amenities and facilities for a pleasant journey - both nationally and internationally. The total area also contains housing, offices and shopping, all of which are centred around this beautiful train station. This new development which opened its doors in 2015, cost more than €1 billion to build. It was one of the country’s biggest engineering projects, on prime land located in the city.

Nowadays, passengers can enjoy high-speed railway links across Austria, including many international links. The station also acts as an interchange for passengers wishing to catch other trains to other areas - with regional and urban trains also stopping here. Along with the S-Bahn, passengers can also catch the U-Bahn (underground) and numerous buses or trams. Car rental offices are also present and are a good option.

Where to pick up a car rental at Vienna Central Train Station

Opting to rent a car at Vienna Central Train Stations, along with Vienna West Train Station, is often the perfect starting point to exploring the city and its surroundings. Car rental desks are conveniently located within the train station premises - with vehicles located nearby. Many local, national and international car rental suppliers are represented here. Before arriving please make sure you have all the required documents for your collection. This includes ID, a driving licence (International Driving Licence, if required), your car rental voucher and a credit card under the main drivers name.

	Avis at Vienna Central Train Station Am Hauptbahnhof 1, Level 0 Vienna, Austria 1100 +43 1 6005651	Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 8am-4pm Fri 8am-6pm Sat & Sun 8am-3pm
	Europcar at Vienna Central Train Station Am Hauptbahnhof 1, Eg 154, Vienna, Austria 1100 +43 1 8661614	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am-12 midday (closed Sat & Sun
	Sixt at Vienna Central Train Station Am Hauptbahnhof 1 Vienna, Austria 1100 +43 1 505264004	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-7pm Sat & Sun 8am-4pm

Station Facilities

With hundreds of stores, coffee shops, bars, restaurants and food outlets to enjoy, Vienna Central Train Station is a great place to spend a couple hours in. On site there is also a market and plenty of bakeries that attract many office workers from the area. The train station doesn’t just cater to passengers but the local working population as a whole. Under its roof, it has all the necessary facilities for a pleasant train journey. With many rail links provided and interchanges to make getting to your destination easy. For those wishing to collect their car rental at Vienna Central Train Station a car park of up to 600 spaces is provided - ample parking for you and other visitors.

The station has disability access, with lifts and escalators. It also has train information desks, ticket counters and machines, waiting rooms, toilets and plenty of vending machines for when the shops are closed. Parents can enjoy with their kids a children's play facility. Free Wi-Fi is provided in certain areas of the train station. Lockers are available for those wishing to explore a little without having to take their bags. Those with a Eurail pass or a first-class ticket can use the VIP-lounge for up to 90-minutes.

How to get to and from Vienna Central station

Opting for a car rental from Vienna Central Train Station is a great option due to its central location and excellent connections. Getting to and from the train station is simple, with many access points. Providing S-Bahn and U-Bahn services, this is often the easiest and quickest way to reach the station or head to your final destination. Numerous buses also depart from the train station taking you across Vienna, its suburbs and to Vienna International Airport.

The U-bahn line is U1 - this will take you directly to Stephansplatz in central Vienna. Within walking distance you can also find Tram Line D (Hauptbahnhof Ost) which has great connections. Reaching Tram Line D is simple via platforms 3 - 12 via section E. The train station has multiple entrances, the northern side, western side and a smaller eastern side entrance. The main northern entrance is the closest to Vienna city centre.

Parking tips

Vienna is divided into districts that are logically numbered. Each district employs its own parking rules. It is important to familiarise yourself with the district parking regulations where you plan to stay, or visit with your car. District 1 - 9 and 20, are primarily short-stay parking zones. These operate from Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 22:00. Bank holidays not included. A ticket must be purchased if you wish to park here. In District 12, 14 to 19, short-stay parking is also the norm, with times of operation Monday to Friday, 09:00 until 19:00.

Vienna Stadthalle (District 15) - short-stay parking spaces are available and operate 7-days per week. Monday to Friday, 09:00 until 22:00, Saturdays, Sundays and even public holidays, 18:00 until 22:00. You must have a valid parking ticket during these times. Failure to do so, will result in a fine or a tow. The fine will be sent to you with an administration fee added by the supplier.

Parking garages are available across the city, these are normally open every day, 24-hours per day. They are secure, and in most cases protected by CCTV. These can be primarily found in Freyung, Weihburggasse, Am Morzinplatz (Franz-Josefs-Kai), Rathauspark (Ring/Stadiongasse), Operngarage (Kärntner Strasse 51), Am Hof, Beethovenplatz 3 and Cobdengasse 2. Lastly, park-&-ride schemes exist just outside the city. Here you can park your vehicle and catch public transport that will take you directly to central Vienna with minimum hassle.

Useful links

Vienna Tourist Information