A11 Karawanken – road tunnel | Buy ticket online
Karawanken Tunnel A11 – Online Ticket and Fees (Austria-Slovenia)
Avoid border traffic jams! The Karawanken Tunnel requires an additional fee (Streckenmaut). Buy a digital ticket in 2 minutes and use the fast lane Videomaut (green lane).
Why is the Karawanken Tunnel subject to an additional fee?
The Karawanken Tunnel (A11 motorway) connecting Austria (Villach) with Slovenia (Jesenice) is a special section 7.8 km long. Due to high maintenance costs, it is excluded from the standard Austrian vignette.
Important: Every driver (passenger car, motorcycle, camper up to 3.5t) must have a valid vignette for the approach AND a separate ticket (Streckenmaut) for the tunnel passage itself.
Vignette vs Tunnel Ticket – Comparison
| Feature | Vignette Austria | Karawanken Ticket (A11) |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Entire country (motorways) | Only Karawanken Tunnel |
| Fee type | Time-based (e.g., 10 days) | Per passage (one-time) |
| Videomaut | No | Yes (green lane) |
How to avoid traffic jams with Videomaut?
In the holiday season, traffic jams before the tunnel (St. Jakob im Rosental) are common. Most drivers waste time queuing at the manual toll booth. With a digital ticket:
- You choose the PKW Videomaut lane (usually the left lane, marked green).
- Cameras scan your license plate.
- The barrier opens automatically – you pass without stopping.
Detours via Wurzenpass (18% incline!) or Loiblpass are technically difficult, dangerous for trailers, and extend the journey by approximately one hour. Fuel costs on ascents often exceed the ticket price.
FAQ – Questions about Karawanken Tunnel
Do I need to print the online ticket?
No, the system recognizes license plates. However, it's good to have the PDF on your phone just in case.
Is the ticket for a specific time?
No, the ticket is valid for the entire selected day. You can pass at any time.
Does the fee apply to motorcycles?
Yes, motorcycles also have to pay a fee for using the tunnel.