These are significant changes that warrant attention going into 2026. More details below, but in a nutshell, the one way fare will increase to 3.20 Euro (3 Euro online/on the app). The 48 and 72-hour passes as well as the single ride senior discount ticket are discontinued. Penalties for riding without a ticket are increasing.
While these changes impact the pocketbook, it is clear that the Vienna public transportation system remains affordable, especially for those who live in the city and use the system daily (like me). The system remains easy to use, clean and safe.
https://www.wienerlinien.at/web/wl-en/news/new-fare-structure-from-1-january-2026
From the article (more details in the link):
"New fare structure from 1 January 2026: Wiener Linien secures its extensive public transport services for the long term
The public transport network has grown significantly in recent years, with additional lines and mobility services making the public transport offering more comprehensive than ever before. In order to maintain this high standard in the future, Wiener Linien will be adjusting its fare structure on 1 January 2026. Even after the adjustment, Vienna's public transport system will remain inexpensive by European standards while offering the most efficient network.
Public transport is the backbone of mobility in Vienna. Every day, trams, buses and underground trains transport around 2.4 million people safely, reliably and in a climate-friendly manner to their destinations. In recent years, Vienna has invested heavily in the expansion of its public transport network: new lines, modernised stations, additional bus and tram services, as well as WienMobil bikes and cars, make Vienna's mobility offering stronger than ever before.
In order to maintain this high level in the future, Wiener Linien will adjust its fare structure on 1 January 2026. The price of the annual ticket has not been increased since 2012, while energy prices, wages and operating costs have risen sharply. With the new fare structure, fares will be adjusted fairly and moderately. In order to be able to plan even better in the future, Wiener Linien and the City of Vienna have decided to revalue fares annually from 1 January 2027. This brings Wiener Linien into line with VOR and ÖBB."