Bosruck Tunnel (Special Toll)
What is the Bosruck Tunnel?
Specifically, the Bosruck Tunnel comprises a railway tunnel as well as two road tunnels that run beneath the Bosruck mountain. Depending on the chosen route, the Bosruck Tunnel is passed through on the way from Switzerland, Liechtenstein, or Germany towards Hungary.
The road tunnel of the Bosruck Tunnel is a total of 5,509 metres (5.5 kilometres) long, has two tubes (construction of the second tube began in 2009), which run largely parallel to the railway tunnel that is around 80 years older, and has been fully completed since 2013.
Bosruck Tunnel as a special toll route
The Bosruck Tunnel is a special toll route on the Pyhrn Autobahn A 9 (Wels – Graz) in the centre of Styria in Austria. A route toll (special toll) must be paid for this section of the route.
The digital toll lane is barrier-free. Anyone who already holds a digital route toll ticket will pass through the toll station much faster this way.
The new signage at the toll stations clearly indicates where holders of a digital route toll, as well as users without a digital route toll, are to position themselves.
The lane for the route toll is already marked green 200 metres before the actual toll station, in order to avoid short-notice lane changes directly before the toll station as much as possible.
Passing through without a valid ticket can result in high penalties.
Accessibility
Since 15 September 2023, both the Bosruck Tunnel and the Gleinalm Tunnel have been barrier-free. The driving lanes have been widened from 2.3 metres to over 3 metres, so that even large cars, motorhomes, and trailers can pass through more easily.
Travelling to Slovenia and Croatia
Since a trip to Slovenia or Croatia very often leads through the Bosruck Tunnel and/or the Gleinalm Tunnel, it is advisable for travellers to purchase an immediately valid, digital route toll (special toll) before setting off. This way, valuable time can be saved at the respective toll stations during the journey.
The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant journey!
We wish you a good journey to Austria and are happy to assist you with any questions regarding toll regulations. Detailed information on tolls in Austria can be found in our guide. Feel free to also use our route planner to perfectly plan your trip and be shown suitable toll products. If you have any further questions about your trip or our digital vignette, please feel free to contact us via email.
FAQ about the Bosruck Tunnel
How much does the digital route toll for the Bosruck Tunnel cost?
Since the Bosruck Tunnel is a special toll route, no vignette is required for passage, but a route toll must be paid. The amount of the route toll varies depending on the number of trips booked.
How do I bypass the Bosruck Tunnel?
You can bypass the Bosruck Tunnel by taking the state road 320 (formerly federal roads B 146 and B 308) in Altenmarkt im Pongau, which then merges into the E 651 (European route), heading towards Liezen. You then continue via Selzthal. Please note that when bypassing a toll tunnel, while you save on toll costs, you generally have to expect a significantly longer travel time and, as a result, often higher fuel costs. Whether bypassing the respective tunnel is worthwhile must therefore always be decided on a case-by-case basis.
Where are the Bosruck Tunnel and Gleinalm Tunnel?
Both tunnels are located on the A 9 Pyhrn Autobahn, which runs from Wels to Graz. Both sections of the route are subject to tolls.
Where is the Bosruck Tunnel located?
The Bosruck Tunnel is located on the A 9 Pyhrn Autobahn (Wels – Graz) south of the Gleinalm Tunnel.
How do I get to Graz?
On the way from Wels to Graz, the route runs via the A 9 Pyhrn Autobahn through both the Gleinalm Tunnel and the Bosruck Tunnel. Both tunnels are subject to tolls.
Which tunnels lie on the way to Croatia?
Depending on the direction from which you are travelling to Croatia, you will pass through the Tauern Tunnel and/or the Karawanken Tunnel, as both tunnels are located at the border with Slovenia.
