The Uzhhorod–Vienna route is ideal for passengers wishing to travel to Austria by land. Your journey will be more relaxed if you compare options based on the full boarding address, journey time, connections and luggage policies, rather than just the departure time.
How to compare journeys
Set a date on RedRay and view the details of each option. Check exactly where the coach departs from in Uzhhorod, where it arrives in Vienna, how many stops are scheduled, and whether you’ll need to change coaches. If you’ve planned to take another form of transport upon arrival, allow plenty of time.
Ticket and boarding
Once you’ve booked, check the passenger’s name, date, time and both addresses. Save your ticket on your phone and as a offline copy. Arrive early for boarding: finding the platform, dealing with luggage and checking the passenger list all take time.
Documents, border control and luggage
Keep your original documents in your hand luggage. Requirements depend on the passenger’s nationality and circumstances, so check them on official websites. General preparation for travelling to Austria is described in the RedRay travel guide. Check the specific carrier for luggage allowances and non-standard baggage.
Arrival in Vienna
Make a note in advance of the Vienna terminal specified on your ticket, a city map and the route to your accommodation. Check the operating hours of local transport, especially if you’re arriving early or late. The section on the next stage of your journey will help.
Before departure
- double-check the timetable and platform;
- charge your phone and save your ticket offline;
- label your suitcase;
- pack some water, a snack and a warm layer of clothing.
The actual journey time depends on traffic and border controls, so don’t plan connections that are too tight.