Traveling by Railjet Train

As the most modern OBB's track, Railjet high-speed trains provide modern comforts that are important for you: work, relax, drink coffee or tea, and enjoy the magnificent views along the ride! 

Moving at a speed of 230 km/h (143 mph) Railjet trains bridge entire Austria and the neighboring cities in Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, Italy, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia. For your comfort, all cars boast free WiFi, wonderful onboard entertainments, onboard restaurant, and quiet and family zones will gift you the utmost travel experience.

Railjet Compartments & Comfort Classes

Whatever it is - family travel or a holiday with friends - sit back in a comfortable seat and revel in the ride. OBB Railjet will satisfy every traveler's needs as there are 3 comfort classes available for you: Economy, First, and Business Class.

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Railjet Economy (Second) Class

A second-class ticket allows you to travel in the Railjet's Economy Class with a number of comfortable amenities:

​Economy Class Amenities

• Modern seats in open cars
• Compartments (6 seats)
• Capacious luggage racks
• Multifunctional tables
• One Electric plug per double seat
• Air-conditioner​ on-board
• Restaurant and bistro car
• Wi-Fi
• Children's cinema 
• Repeater for optimized mobile communications reception

Railjet Economy Class Seats Map

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Railjet First Class

Buy an OBB ticket for 1st class and enjoy first-class services with even more comfort.
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First Class Amenities (additionally to Economy Class)

• Personal adjustable seats
• Wider legroom
• More space between the seats sideways
• Wider tables

​Note: First Class Seats don't contain compartments with 6 seats.

Railjet First Class Seats Map

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Railjet Business Class

Upgrade your 1st class ticket to use Railjet's Business Class with ultimate comfort.

Business Class Amenities

• ​Maximum leg room 
• High-quality leather seat covers
• Individually adjustable seats with adaptable back rests and leg rests
• Spacious folding tables
• Reading lamps
• Quiet harmonious working conditions
• Wi-Fi
• One electrical plug per seat for laptops or other electronic devices
• Spacious work surfaces​

Railjet Business Class Seats Map

FAQ: Railjet Trains

What is Railjet in Austria?

The Railjet is the premier high-speed rail service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (OBB). It connects entire Austria and serves international destinations to Germany, Switzerland, Hungary, Italy, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia. 

​What is Rjx train?

Railjet Express (RJX) is a special name for faster Railjet trains that operate between Salzburg and Vienna stopping only in Linz and Sankt Pölten. This name allows distinguishing Railjet Express trains from those that make additional stops in Vöcklabruck, Attnang-Puchheim, Wels, Sankt Valentin, Amstetten and Tullnerfeld.    

Is Railjet included in Eurail Pass?

Yes, the Eurail Austria Pass includes Railjet trains within Austria. Though, reservations are recommended as a supplement to a rail pass on most Railjet trains. A rail pass allows using nearly all European railroads to travel 33 European countries. It covers the ticket costs for different train routes within the country (or countries) included on the pass.  

What is the maximum Speed of Railjet Train?​

Railjet high-speed trains are the most modern OBB's trains. Thanks to the nowadays technologies, the trains can gather speed up to 230 km/h (143 mph). That makes it possible to cover such long distances as Prague to Vienna (254 km/158 mi) only in 4 hours!

How to book Tickets for Railjet High-speed train?

The easiest and worry-free way to book the ticket is online booking services. As an alternative, you always may buy your ticket on the train stations. But you should remember that there may be limited or no availability.

Popular Routes Serviced by Railjet Trains

Train from Vienna to Prague 

Train from Prague to Salzburg

Train from Vienna to Venice

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