Austria is included in the Eurailpass and Eurail Youthpass schemes. Inter-Rail passes, which allow unlimited rail travel throughout Europe, are valid in Austria. The quickest route by train from the UK is through the channel tunnel with connections from Brussels or Paris to Austria. There are numerous and excellent road links with all neighbouring countries. For information on traffic regulations and required documentation , see the Travel Internal section.
Coaches run regularly to a large number of European destinations.
All vehicles from motorcycles to campers can be accommodated. Shuttles run every 75 minutes with three to four trains per hour at peak times. The journey takes approximately 35 minutes. It is one day's drive in summer, but can take longer in winter. Overnight cruise packages from Passau to Linz include hotel accommodation for only slightly more than the regular one-way passenger fare.