After baggage drop-off, security check and endless waiting at the gate, you usually only want one thing at the end of the flight: to get into the city quickly. But don't worry, in Vienna there are several ways to make the journey quick and uncomplicated. No matter what time you arrive or where you want to go in the city, you'll find the right means of transportation in this article. And to make sure it doesn't hurt your wallet, you can use the Vienna Welcome Card and enjoy discounts on many means of transportation: that's two less things to worry about when planning your trip.

In record time to the heart of the city: City Airport Train 

Over 20 years ago, Vienna Airport and the Austrian Federal Railways joined forces to answer a key question: How can we get our customers into the city even faster? The result was the City Airport Train (CAT for short), which since then has been whizzing from the airport to the city center in an unbeatable 16 minutes. It's a dream come true for planning wizards, because you can buy your tickets six months in advance and don't have to think about them when you arrive. If you want to save a little money, you can get your ticket online for 20% less with the Vienna Welcome Card - a return trip for just €20.  

For personal service: Airport Driver

Do you have a lot of luggage or is your plane landing in the middle of the night? Sometimes an airport transfer with a chauffeur is simply more practical. And because you always feel you're in the best hands with the professionals, we can recommend AirportDriver. As the name suggests, the company specializes in airport transfers. You can easily book your ride online here, or if you prefer to go old school, you can call them directly. Your driver will then pick you up at the desired time and take you reliably to your destination, no matter what time it is.    

The environmentally friendly classic: S-Bahn

If you want to try out Vienna's public transport right from the start, you can also take the S-Bahn directly into the city. Viennese locals like to rely on this option, especially because it offers several stops in more remote corners of the city. From most S-Bahn stations, you can also transfer directly to the other Viennese public transport systems. And here's a hot tip: within the core zone, the Vienna Welcome Card automatically includes a ticket for the Wiener Linien. So this option is not only environmentally friendly, but also the cheapest way to get into the city. 

The universal way to get around: Cab 31300

Taxi 31300 is the ideal company to contact if you want to get to your destination quickly. In addition to your journey from the airport to the city, you can also use the service around the clock throughout Vienna: definitely a number to make a note of just in case. You can easily book by phone or in the app and the Vienna Welcome Card also includes a voucher that makes your journey a lot cheaper. Simply show the voucher code when boarding and the discount is activated.   

The modern alternative to a cab: Bolt

One of the easiest ways to get around quickly is with Bolt. Similar to Uber or cabs, you can book the right ride for any situation, whether you're traveling alone, with a pet or in a large group. All you need to do is enter your destination - and any stops in between - in the app and a car will be sent directly to you. Ideal for a carefree journey from the airport directly to the hotel and all other trips during your stay. Here too, it pays to have the Vienna Welcome Card, as it gives you a €10 voucher for your first Bolt ride. 

You can save even more with the Vienna Welcome Card, as it gives you discounts at various attractions in the city. You can also find more tips on getting around Vienna here.  And in this article, we tell you what you should definitely experience in the Austrian capital within three days.