Vienna waits for you
Let us welcome you in the heart of Europe. Vienna has a lot to offer, even besides ECR 2027. Here’s a list of helpful links to make your stay in our capital memorable.
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Notice: Transfers to and from Vienna Airport
Due to major rail construction works and the temporary closure of Vienna’s S-Bahn core line, rail services between Vienna Airport (VIE) and the city centre will be affected from 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027.
Please allow extra travel time when planning your journey. The following public transport options between Vienna City Centre and Vienna Airport are available:
City Airport Train (CAT) – Replacement Bus Service (30% Discount Available)
During the construction period, the City Airport Train (CAT) will operate a premium replacement bus service between Vienna Airport and Wien Mitte/Landstraße Station, with departures every 12–15 minutes throughout the day (up to five buses per hour in each direction). The service provides a direct connection to the city centre with convenient access to metro lines U3 and U4.
Please note that the CAT City Check-In at Wien Mitte/Landstraße will not be available during this period.
ECR 2027 participants can take advantage of a 30% discount on CAT tickets. Information on how to redeem the discount can be found below:
Offer Details
- Validity: until March 15, 2027
- Discount: 20% on Single and Return Tickets
How to Redeem Your Discount
- Visit the official CAT website.
- Enter the discount code CAT2ECR2026 during online booking.
Please Note: This offer is only available for online purchases through the official CAT website. Discounts do not apply to tickets purchased at ticket machines, onboard the train, or through sales agents.
During the construction period, the City Airport Train (CAT) will operate a premium replacement bus service between Vienna Airport and Wien Mitte/Landstraße Station, with departures every 12–15 minutes throughout the day (up to five buses per hour in each direction). The service provides a direct connection to the city centre with convenient access to metro lines U3 and U4.
Please note that the CAT City Check-In at Wien Mitte/Landstraße will not be available during this period.
ECR 2027 participants can take advantage of a 30% discount on CAT tickets. Information on how to redeem the discount will be available soon.
ÖBB Railjet, REX7 and S7
- ÖBB Railjet and Intercity trains continue to operate twice per hour, providing direct connections to Wien Hauptbahnhof (approx. 15 minutes) and Wien Meidling (approx. 30 minutes).
- The REX7 Regional Express connects Vienna Airport with Wien Hauptbahnhof in approximately 20 minutes.
- The S7 suburban railway operates on a shortened route to St. Marx Station, with onward connections by tram, bus, and metro.
For timetables, tickets, and journey planning, please visit:
Vienna Airport Bus
The Vienna Airport Bus provides direct connections between Vienna Airport and key destinations across the city.
Routes:
- Line 1: Vienna Airport – Wien Hauptbahnhof (U1) – Wien Westbahnhof (U3, U6)
- Line 2: Vienna Airport – Morzinplatz/Schwedenplatz (U1, U4)
- Line 3: Vienna Airport – Wien Kaisermühlen VIC – Vienna International Centre – Donauzentrum (U1)
From 5 September 2026, an additional service to Wien Praterstern will also be available.
For timetables, tickets, and further information, please visit: www.viennaairportlines.at
Special offer:
Connecting people – your official Lufthansa Group airline network
Benefit from the cooperation with the Lufthansa Group airlines (Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian, Brussels Airlines, Edelweiss, Discover) and optimize your travel costs. The extensive route network with around 310 destinations worldwide, as well as transatlantic flights operated by Air Canada and United are available to you.
Click here and the discounted rates will be displayed. They are valid for flights up to one week before and one week after the event.
We look forward to welcoming you on board!
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Special offer:
Discounted train travel with the Austrian Railways (ÖBB)
ECR 2027 attendees can take advantage of the ÖBB Kongresskonto, a tailored service offering sustainable, convenient, and discounted rail travel throughout Europe.
Exclusive Benefits Include:
- 22% discount on standard Austrian train fare
- 10% discount on international fares
- Special rates on ÖBB Nightjet services
Booking Link and instructions will be made available here from Mid-December 2026 onwards.
Once released, you will be able to create your ÖBB congress account and access the exclusive booking platform.
Special offer:
Save on Airport Travel with the City Airport Train (CAT)
Due to major rail construction works from 7 September 2026 to 31 October 2027, the City Airport Train (CAT) will temporarily operate with comfortable premium coaches instead of trains. This replacement service ensures that transfers between Wien Mitte and Vienna International Airport remain just as convenient, fast and reliable throughout the main line closure.
As a special benefit for ECR 2027 attendees, enjoy 30% off CAT Single and Return tickets.
The discount code and booking instructions will be available from October 2026. Check back closer to the congress to redeem this exclusive offer.
Travel Benefits:
- Fast, non-stop transfers – Enjoy a direct connection between Vienna International Airport and city centre.
- Departures every 12 minutes* – With up to five departures per hour in each direction, you’ll spend less time waiting and more time enjoying your stay.
- Travel in premium comfort – Relax in modern Setra coaches with spacious seating and generous legroom.
- Reliable, even during busy periods – Additional coaches are deployed whenever needed to minimise waiting times, including during periods of high demand or traffic delays.
- A seamless travel experience – Dedicated CAT staff are onsite to assist you, while your luggage is stored securely in the coach’s luggage compartment.
*Departure frequency from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m, otherwise every 15 minutes.
Public Transport
Please support our Green Meeting by using Vienna’s public transport system.
- Unlimited travel in Vienna for up to 7 days under € 26
- Self-print or e-ticket
- Combination with Vienna City Card
- Airport transfer option available
Please note that this ticket is non-refundable and ECR GmbH is not responsible for the purchase of public transport tickets. All enquiries should be directed to the municipal public transport provider Wiener Linien.
If you have any questions, please contact the Online-Ticketshop-Team at [email protected] or call the hotline +43-1-7909-100.