Tauerntunnel Toll Austria

The Tauerntunnel is a 6546-meter-long road tunnel on the Tauern Motorway A10. Together with the Katschbergtunnel, it forms a crucial part of the connection between Villach and Salzburg. The section between the Katschberg and Tauerntunnel, including the journey through both tunnels, is classified as a special toll route and requires a fee of 13.50 euros. This route, like all other special toll routes in Austria, is exempt from the vignette requirement.

FAQ

Here, we answer all questions related to the Tauerntunnel toll in Austria.

When was the Tauerntunnel opened for traffic?

Originally, the Tauerntunnel, like the Katschbergtunnel, was planned as a dual-tube highway tunnel. However, due to financial reasons and lower-than-expected traffic volume, only one of the two tubes, which is 6,401 meters long, was completed in 1975. The plans for the second tube were temporarily abandoned in 1988.

How long is the Tauerntunnel (A10 Tauern Motorway)?

The first tube of the Tauerntunnel was completed in 1975 and has a length of 6,401 meters. The second tube, completed in 2010, is 6,546 meters long.

Why is the Tauerntunnel exempt from the vignette requirement?

The Tauerntunnel is a section that is exempt from the vignette requirement but is subject to a special toll. The toll for the Tauern Motorway A10 can be conveniently and quickly purchased through our webshop online.

What is the cost of the Tauerntunnel toll in Austria?

The cost for a one-way trip through the Tauerntunnel is 13.50 euros (as of 2023).

How long does the drive through the Tauerntunnel take?

The drive through the Tauerntunnel takes approximately 12 minutes.

How wide and high is the Tauerntunnel?

The roadway width of the first and second tubes is 7.50 meters. The height of the Tauerntunnel is 4.70 meters.

Tauerntunnel Toll Austria