A9 Pyhrn Motorway – Bosruck and Gleinalm Tunnels (Tolls and Tickets)
The A9 Pyhrn Motorway is a key transit route through Austria. There are two toll tunnels along the route: Bosruck and Gleinalm. Passing through them requires an additional section toll (Streckenmaut), which is not included in the price of a regular vignette.
Why is the A9 Pyhrn subject to an additional toll?
Maintaining the Alpine tunnels Bosruck (5.5 km) and Gleinalm (8.3 km) generates enormous costs, which is why they have been excluded from the national vignette system. Drivers of vehicles up to 3.5 t (passenger cars, motorcycles, campers) must purchase a separate ticket.
The system operates as a Digital Section Toll. By registering your license plate number online, you can use the fast lanes (often marked in green as Videomaut) without stopping.
Vignette vs. A9 Ticket – key differences
| Feature | Austrian Vignette | A9 Pyhrn Ticket (Sectional) |
|---|---|---|
| Where applicable? | Motorways and expressways | Only Bosruck and Gleinalm tunnels |
| Form of payment | Time-based (e.g., 10 days, year) | Per passage (or annual card) |
| Control method | Mobile cameras / Patrols | Entrance gates (barriers) |
| Purchase | Required for access to A9 | Required for tunnel passage |
Quick facts about A9
- ✓ 2 tolls required: Vignette + Tunnel Ticket.
- ✓ No stickers: Fully digital system.
- ✓ Skip traffic jams: Dedicated lane for online tickets.
- ! Important: Double-check your license plate number before purchase.
How to buy an A9 Pyhrn ticket online?
- Choose ticket type: On Winiety24, select "Sectional A9". You can buy a one-way ticket or a "return" ticket.
- Enter vehicle details: Provide country of registration and license plate number (without spaces or hyphens).
- Pay for your order: Via fast transfer or card. The ticket is usually active immediately after payment confirmation.
- Drive smoothly: At the entrance gates, cameras will read your license plate, and the barrier will lift automatically.
What to watch out for during your trip?
- ! Fines: Attempting to pass without a paid ticket results in a demand for a substitute fee (over 100 EUR).
- ! Lane: If you have an online ticket, stick to the left side (marked Videomaut/PKW) to bypass cashiers' booths.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about A9 Pyhrn
Do I need to pay for the A9 tunnels if I have an Austrian vignette?
Yes. The Bosruck and Gleinalm tunnels are excluded from the general vignette system. An additional section toll (Streckenmaut) applies there, which must be paid regardless of having a vignette.
Does the toll apply to motorcycles?
Yes, all motor vehicles with a permissible gross weight of up to 3.5 tonnes (including motorcycles) must have a section ticket for the A9.
Can I buy a round-trip ticket at once?
Yes, this is the recommended solution. You can add two passages to your cart (one ticket entitles you to one one-way passage) or choose an appropriate package to ensure a smooth return.
How does digital ticket control work?
Control is automated at the entrance gates. The camera system scans the license plate. If the ticket is in the system, the barrier opens. You don't need to stick anything on the windshield.
Other toll sections in Austria
The A9 Pyhrn is not the only route with an additional toll. Also check the regulations for other key routes if you are planning a longer trip:
- A10 Tauern Motorway (Tauern and Katschberg Tunnels)
- A13 Brenner Motorway (Brenner Pass - border with Italy)
- A11 Karawanken Motorway (Tunnel to Slovenia)
- S16 Arlberg Expressway (Arlberg Tunnel)
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