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An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Austria. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.

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Austria

16. Bus lane

A bus lane is a traffic lane reserved primarily for buses or other authorised public-transport vehicles. It is intended to improve the reliability and flow of public transport by allowing authorised vehicles to avoid general traffic congestion.

Other road users, such as taxis, cyclists, motorcycles or vehicles carrying several occupants, may also be permitted when signs expressly allow them. The operating hours, permitted vehicles, direction of travel and rules for entering or crossing the lane depend on local traffic signs and regulations.

Bus lane
Lane for buses on working days between 5:30 and 9:00 with a towing sign. (Linz, Austria)
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Which vehicles may use a bus lane in Austria?

Austria’s Fahrstreifen für Omnibusse is reserved for scheduled bus services and the other classes provided for by the Road Traffic Act, including taxis and patient-transport vehicles. Other categories can be authorised by the sign or an additional panel.

🔗 ris.bka.gv.at • Austrian RIS, StVO — sections 24(3)(c), 53(24–25)

May bicycles and motorcycles use a bus lane in Austria?

Do not assume that a bicycle, moped or motorcycle is covered by the bus symbol. Check whether the additional indication authorises that category.

🔗 ris.bka.gv.at • Austrian RIS, StVO — sections 24(3)(c), 53(24–25)

Does bus-lane access also allow stopping or parking in Austria?

Parking on a bus lane is prohibited. Any limited use or stopping permission must be assessed separately; permission to drive along the lane is not permission to leave a vehicle there.

🔗 ris.bka.gv.at • Austrian RIS, StVO — sections 24(3)(c), 53(24–25)

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