Video tolling in Austria is an innovative road toll collection system developed specifically for trucks and heavy commercial vehicles. Unlike traditional toll systems based on tickets or toll booths, video tolling uses advanced technologies such as automated license plate recognition and GPS tracking to monitor vehicle movements in real time and calculate toll fees accordingly. This system aims to improve traffic flow and efficiency, as well as generate additional revenue for the maintenance and upkeep of road infrastructure.

The most important things in brief:

• At that time, video toll referred to the route toll we know today.
• The video toll is levied for the use of various tunnels and roads in Austria.
• The license plate comparison is done automatically via video camera.

What is the Videoaut in Austria?

Video tolling in Austria is an innovative and modern toll collection system designed specifically for heavy commercial vehicles, such as trucks over 3.5 tons. Unlike traditional tolling systems, which are often based on vignettes or toll booths, video tolling uses sophisticated technologies for the automated collection of vehicle data. Using cameras installed along the roads, the license plates of passing vehicles are recorded in real time. This information is immediately processed, and together with GPS data, the distance traveled can be precisely determined. On this basis, the toll fees are calculated and billed to the vehicle owner.

A key advantage of video tolling is its efficiency. Since there are no toll booths where vehicles must stop, traffic flow is significantly improved. Congestion and delays at toll booths, which often place a heavy burden on traffic, are minimized. Furthermore, the system enables real-time traffic data collection, which is important for better traffic planning and monitoring. Video tolling also offers environmental benefits: Smooth traffic flow leads to a reduction in emissions and contributes to reducing environmental impact.

Nevertheless, there are also challenges associated with the implementation of video tolling. Data protection issues are particularly important, as the collection of vehicle data can potentially compromise the privacy of drivers and vehicle owners. Furthermore, the system relies heavily on technical infrastructure, meaning there are potential technical failures or sources of error that could jeopardize smooth operation.

Overall, video tolling in Austria represents a promising approach to modern toll collection. It offers numerous advantages in terms of efficiency and environmental friendliness, but also requires careful consideration of the challenges, particularly with regard to data protection and technical dependency.

Buy video toll online

We offer you the option of conveniently purchasing the video toll or section toll online. You decide when the section toll should be charged and for which tunnel or area in Austria you need it. As an alternative to purchasing online, you can of course also pay the video toll in Austria at public sales points or toll stations on site. When you purchase the digital video toll, your license plate number is registered and automatically captured, saving you a lot of time.

Important: Always remember that despite the video toll, the vignette sticker is still required for certain stretches in Austria. You can also purchase the digital vignette for Austria in various versions from us online.

The costs of the video toll in Austria

The costs of the video toll in Austria vary greatly and depend on various factors, so they are not uniform. Therefore, you can expect different costs depending on the route section. In our shop, you have the option of purchasing the route toll for different route sections online.

Lack of road toll – penalties and consequences

At most toll plazas, barriers ensure that the toll section can only be accessed with a valid section toll. However, at the toll plazas on the A9 Pyhrn/Bosruck and Gleinalm tunnels, these barriers have been removed from the digital section toll lanes to ensure smooth traffic flow.

The digital route toll is collected electronically. However, if valid proof is not available, a substitute toll notice will be sent based on the vehicle's license plate number. The fee for the substitute toll is €120. Failure to pay may result in administrative penalty proceedings, which can result in fines of between €300 and €3,000.

FAQ on video tolls in Austria

FAQ on video tolls in Austria

Is the video toll mandatory in Austria?

For some routes and tunnels in Austria, in addition to the vignette requirement, there is also a road toll, which must be paid instead of the vignette or in addition to it.

How is the video toll monitored in Austria?

Video toll enforcement in Austria is carried out using intelligent cameras positioned along the highway. These scan your license plate to determine whether the toll has been paid for the vehicle in question.

How does the video toll work in Austria?

After successful payment, your license plate will be registered in a database so that you can drive on toll roads without any worries.