Railjet » General Information

Railjet trains 
  • Railjet is a high-speed train operated by the Austrian railway company, ÖBB. 
  • The train can be identified in the journey planner by the letters RJ. 
  • Railjet runs daily on the following routes:
    • Wien Hbf - Zürich / Budapest / München Hbf / Venezia and Graz / Venezia - Praha
    • Wien Hbf - Bolzano 
    • München Hbf - Bologna
    • München Hbf - Venezia
      • On the routes München Hbf - Bologna and München Hbf - Venezia new Railjet trains are in use. The coach numbers of these new trains are 261 up to 269. These new Railjet trains will gradually be taken into use on other routes.
    • On multiple routes within Austria. 
  • RJX (Railjet Express) is the same train as a Railjet, but only stops in Pölten and Linz. Railjet stops at multiple intermediate stations. The RJX also continues to Switzerland and Germany. RJX is booked in the same way as a Railjet. 
  
Services 
Seats (see plan in attachment) 
  • Economy Class ≈ second class. 
    • Seat not adjustable. 
    • One power socket for every two people. 
    • Trolley service with snacks and drinks. 
    • Additional luggage racks. 
    • Option: quiet coach (for compartment, select: quiet section). 
    • Coach 21 or 31 suitable for children. 
    • In some Railjet trains: Space for children where films are shown (select: specific space 13 to 28). 
    • Special space for pushchairs. 
  
  • First Class ≈ first class. 
    • Adjustable seat. 
    • More legroom. 
    • One power socket for every seat. 
    • Options: quiet section. 
    • Free newspapers and magazines. 
    • You can order a meal from the on-board restaurant. 
    • Option: quiet coach (for compartment, select: Quiet section). 
 
 
  • Business Class (separate section of the first-class coach: €15 supplement on a First Class ticket). 
    • Peaceful atmosphere: intended for business travellers. 
    • Ergonomically shaped and adjustable seats. 
    • One power socket for every seat. 
    • Free welcome drink and meal. 
    • Free newspapers and magazines. 
  
Luggage 
  • You must be able to lift your luggage yourself. 
  • The luggage must be stowed in the spaces intended for this. 
  • The luggage must not obstruct others. 
  
Wi-Fi 
  • Free Wi-Fi  
  • On-board portal with entertainment and journey information. 
  
Bar coach 
  • On-board restaurant for drinks, snacks and meals. 
  • Trolley service with snacks and drinks. 
  • In the new Railjet trains are also several snack machines on board with snacks and hot and cold drinks.
  
Travelling with a disability 
  • The wheelchair spaces are located in the first-class section, in the new Railjet trains in second class.
  • Passengers in a wheelchair pay an Economy price. 
  • Accompanying passengers travel on a free ticket in combination with an OV-Begeleiderspas [Public Transport Guide Pass]. 
  • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog next to the wheelchair space. 
  • Service button for catering. 
  • For passengers with restricted mobility, but without a wheelchair, there is a Disabled section close to the door and the toilet.
  
Travelling with a bicycle (folding or otherwise) 
  • The Economy coach can accommodate up to six  bicycles. 
    • Reservations for bicycle spaces are required. 
    • Bicycle tickets and reservations for bicycles are for sale at NS International.
  • Maximum bicycle dimensions are 185 x 110 x 60 cm (l x w x h). Maximum wheel size is 29 inches. 
    • There is no space in the bicycle coach for tandems, reclining bicycles, carrier tricycles or trailers. 
  • Packed folding bicycles can be taken on the train as luggage. 
  • You yourself are responsible for loading and unloading the bicycle. 
  • Saddlebags must be removed from the bicycle before you get on the train. 
  
Travelling with pets 
  • Pets can be taken if they do not cause a nuisance to fellow passengers. If your pet is causing a nuisance to fellow passengers, the conductor may ask you to sit elsewhere. 
  • Your pet requires a pet passport: please ask your veterinary surgeon for more information. 
  • Small pets can be taken with you free of charge in a cage, bag or basket. 
  • Dogs not transported in a bag or basket must be on a leash and wear a muzzle.  
  • Dog tickets are available from NS International.
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