Car Rental Vienna - Main Railway Station

Where is the Hertz car hire desk located?

The train station is located on Wiedner Gürtel. There is a large parking garage directly under the main train station, which is open 24 hours a day. It is ideal to start your journey publicly and then continue by car.

How do I get to the Main railway station?

Vienna's main train station is the city's central transportation hub and extremely easy to reach from all directions.

The city motorway is located nearby, providing a quick exit from the city or to the outskirts of Vienna.

The Main Train Station can be easily reached by public transport (Vienna public transport and Austrian Federal Railways):

• Subway: The U1 line (Südtiroler Platz/Hauptbahnhof station) takes you directly to the station.
• S-Bahn (suburban train): Almost all S-Bahn lines on the main line (S1, S2, S3, S4, S80) stop here.
• Tram: Lines D, O, and 18 stop directly in front of or beneath the station.
• Bus: Lines 13A and 69A also serve the main train station.

How do I get from the entrance of the train station to the Hertz office?

The office is located in the hall to the platforms level 0 between platform entrances 4 and 5. Pictograms and Hertz signs show you the way.

How to Get from Vienna - Main Railway Station to Vienna City Centre?

Getting from Vienna’s Main Railway Station (Wien Hauptbahnhof) to the city centre is quick and straightforward, especially when you’re driving a Hertz rental. The route takes you directly into the Innere Stadt, Vienna’s historic core, without complicated turns or long detours.

This is what the fastest driving route looks like:

• Start by exiting the station area onto Wiedner Gürtel/B221. Follow the signs that guide you toward the city centre.
• Continue straight onto Karlsplatz. This road leads you toward major landmarks like the Karlskirche and the Vienna State Opera.
• Follow Opernring into the Ringstraße. Once you reach the Ring, you’re officially at the edge of Vienna’s historic centre.
• Choose your preferred inner-city entry point. From the Ring, you can turn toward St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Hofburg, Kärntner Straße, or the pedestrian-friendly shopping streets.

What Cars Can I Hire at Vienna – Main Railway Station?

Renting from Hertz at Vienna’s Main Railway Station makes it easy to match your car to the kind of trip you’re planning. Whether you're staying within Vienna’s historic centre, heading toward Schönbrunn, or starting a multi-city journey across Austria, the fleet is built to give you flexibility and comfort.

Availability can vary by season and date, but here are the vehicle categories you’ll typically find at this central station branch:

• Compact and economy cars: Ideal for navigating inner-city streets, quick drives between districts, and fitting into tighter parking spots around the Ringstraße or Hauptbahnhof area.
• Sedans: A smooth, spacious choice for longer drives, great if you're heading toward the Vienna Woods, visiting nearby towns, or simply want extra room for luggage.
• SUVs: Perfect if you want more space, a higher driving position, and a comfortable ride on regional routes leading toward Wachau, Bratislava, or Lake Neusiedl.
• MPVs: A practical pick for families and small groups travelling with extra bags, strollers, or gear, offering more flexibility without compromising comfort.
• Vans: Designed for larger groups or travellers carrying equipment and supplies — ideal when maximum space is the priority.
• Premium vehicles: Higher-spec sedans and SUVs with upgraded interiors, often chosen for business travel, special events, or anyone who prefers a more elevated driving experience.

Electric Car Rental at Vienna – Main Railway Station

Vienna is quickly becoming one of Europe’s more EV-friendly capitals. You’ll see charging points across the city, in parking garages, shopping districts, residential zones, and major hubs like Hauptbahnhof. More drivers are choosing electric cars for cleaner mobility, quieter driving, and the convenience of charging while they explore.

This shift isn’t just a trend, it reflects how people naturally use the city. Museum visits, lunch breaks, and shopping stops all create ideal charging windows, making EV travel easy to integrate into a day’s plan.

Hertz supports this growing interest in sustainable travel by offering a wide range of electric and hybrid vehicles at Vienna – Main Railway Station.

With Hertz, going electric feels intuitive:

• Pick an EV that fits your itinerary
• Map out your key stops
• Let charging happen during the breaks you’d already planned

It’s a simple, modern way to move through Vienna while enjoying a greener drive.

What if I’m late for my rental?

Please contact the Hertz station by phone to inform us about your delay. This ensures that your vehicle remains available and may help reduce additional charges. By prior arrangement with the station, renting outside of our opening hours is possible. Hertz generally holds your reservation for a limited time of 60 minutes past your scheduled pickup time.

How to return the car?

Drive to WIPARK Parking „Bahnhofcity” and follow the signs to our Hertz marked parking lots.

When returning the car in the open hours the team of Hertz will collect the keys and documents and inspect the vehicle together with you.

If you are using the key drop box, our team will check the car during office hours. Make sure the vehicle is properly locked and that all personal belongings have been removed.

Where can I park the car if the station is already closed?

Drive to WIPARK Parking „Bahnhofcity” and follow the signs to our Hertz marked parking lots.

Out of opening hours please return key into our Hertz key return box located opposite Parking lot A51

Where can I find the return box?

The Hertz key return box is located opposite Parking lot A51 in the garage.

Value Added Services (VAS) – Enhance your rental experience

Hoping to find a car rental at Vienna - Main Railway Station that offers additional perks? Pick from a large range of Value Added Services (VAS) offered by Hertz.

These services are designed to make your trip safer, simpler, and more enjoyable. Offered add-ons provide extra protection and comfort, so you can travel around Vienna with peace of mind.

Available VAS products include:

• SuperCover: Removes the excess and provides full protection against collision, theft, and damage.
• Theft Protection: Reduce your liability in case the vehicle is stolen.
• Hertz Premium Emergency Roadside Service (PERS): Provides fast assistance in case of issues on the road.
• Infant seats: Secure seating for babies under one year old.
• Child seats: Forward-facing seats for young children.
• High-back booster seats: Enhanced safety for older children.
• Collision Damage Waiver (CDW): Reduces liability in case of damage to or loss of the rental vehicle.