Bosruck Tunnel (Special Toll)
What is the Bosruck Tunnel?
Specifically, the Bosruck Tunnel consists of a railway tunnel as well as two road tunnels that run beneath the Bosruck mountain range. Depending on the chosen route, the Bosruck Tunnel is used when travelling 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 and consists of two tubes (construction of the second tube began in 2009), which run largely parallel to the railway tunnel that is around 80 years older. The tunnel has been fully completed since 2013.
Bosruck Tunnel as a special toll route
The Bosruck Tunnel is a special toll route on the Pyhrn Motorway A 9 (Wels – Graz) in central Styria, Austria. A route toll (special toll) must be paid for this section.
- The digital toll lane is barrier-free. Anyone who already has a digital route toll ticket can pass the toll station significantly faster this way.
- The new signage at the toll stations clearly indicates where holders of a digital route toll and users without a digital route toll should line up.
- The lane for the route toll is already marked in green 200 metres before the actual toll station, in order to avoid last-minute lane changes directly before the toll station as much as possible.
- Driving through without a valid ticket may result in high fines.
Accessibility
Since 15 September 2023, both the Bosruck Tunnel and the Gleinalm Tunnel have been barrier-free. The drive-through lanes have been widened from 2.3 metres to over 3 metres, making it easier for large cars, motorhomes and trailers to pass through.
Travelling to Slovenia and Croatia
Since travel to Slovenia or Croatia very often leads via the Bosruck Tunnel and/or the Gleinalm Tunnel, it is recommended that travellers purchase an immediately valid digital route toll (special toll) before starting their journey. This can save valuable time at the relevant toll stations.
The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant journey
We wish you a safe trip to Austria and are happy to assist you with any questions about toll regulations. You can find detailed information about tolls in Austria in our guide. Feel free to use our route planner to plan your trip perfectly and see suitable toll products. If you have further questions about your trip or our digital vignette, please 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 can 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 continues as the E 651 (European route), and driving towards Liezen. You then continue via Selzthal. Please note that when bypassing a toll tunnel, you may save on toll costs, but you will usually have to expect a significantly longer travel time and often higher fuel costs. Whether bypassing the tunnel is worthwhile must therefore always be decided on a case-by-case basis.
Where are the Bosruck Tunnel and the Gleinalm Tunnel?
Both tunnels are located on the A 9 Pyhrn Motorway, which runs from Wels to Graz. Both sections are subject to tolls.
Where is the Bosruck Tunnel located?
The Bosruck Tunnel is located on the A 9 Pyhrn Motorway (Wels – Graz), south of the Gleinalm Tunnel.
How do I get to Graz?
When travelling from Wels to Graz, the route follows the A 9 Pyhrn Motorway through both the Gleinalm Tunnel and the Bosruck Tunnel. Both tunnels are subject to tolls.
Which tunnels are on the way to Croatia?
Depending on which direction you are travelling from, you will pass through the Tauern Tunnel and/or the Karawanks Tunnel, as both tunnels are located at the border with Slovenia.
