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Arriving by train

Getting to Gurgl rail by rail – You can take the train to Ötztal-Bahnhof at the valley entrance in a relaxed and sustainable manner thanks to daily international direct connections. From here you continue to Gurgl effortlessly by public transport every half hour. Several special rates and the ÖBB luggage transport service ensure a both inexpensive and easy journey by train.

Daily direct connections

You can reach Ötztal by train from all directions. In particular, direct connections from Germany, Switzerland and within Austria guarantee a stress-free journey.

6 daily direct connections from Zurich to Ötztal-Bahnhof without changing and approx. 3 hours travel time
Rail jets stop every 2 hours during the day in Ötztal-Bahnhof (in the direction of Bludenz)
6 daily direct connections from Vienna (via St. Pölten, Linz and Salzburg) with a stop in Ötztal-Bahnhof (travel time from Vienna: approx. 4.5 hours)
1x daily direct ICE connection to/from Dortmund – via Düsseldorf, Cologne, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Ulm (travel time from Dortmund: approx. 10 hours)

Useful links

You will find further information about timetables and booking options on the websites of the respective railroad companies.

Austrian Railways (ÖBB)

Save money on rails

The railway companies in Austria, Germany and Switzerland offer varied special deals and bargain rates for their national routes as well as other ticket promotions. The following links might interest you.

ÖBB luggage service

Enjoy the train journey and simply send your luggage ahead. The ÖBB luggage transport service will pick up your luggage at your home and deliver it straight to your holiday accommodation. This service is available to all guests from Austria and Germany if the trip is booked with ÖBB Austrian Railways.

The easy way to send luggage in 3 steps

Make a booking: Book your luggage collection by calling ÖBB customer service on tel. 05-1717 or by visiting an ÖBB ticket counter in person at least 3 working days before your preferred collection date. The ÖBB door-to-door luggage service can only be booked in conjunction with a valid ÖBB ticket.
Label your luggage: When your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive a luggage slip and an address tag for identifying your pieces of luggage. Check the dimensions (max. combined length and girth: 300 cm) and weight (max. 30 kg) of your pieces of luggage and make sure the luggage slip is clearly visible.
Have your luggage collected: Our driver will collect your luggage at the arranged time from your address and transport it safely to your chosen destination.

You can find all information about costs, delivery, and pickup here.

FAQ´s

Recommendation: Hire bikes and skis locally, as sports retailers offer the latest and best serviced equipment. Your own equipment should be stowed in a thin ski bag or tied together to possibly fit in the train's overhead compartment. When travelling by bike, book early as a reservation is required for the bike storage space on long-distance trains. Regional transport offers easy travel or local transport without reservation. Depending on availability, bikes can be taken on buses (pushchairs and wheelchairs have priority). Some buses offer bicycle racks or trailers for bicycles.

Here you will find all the important information on taking bicycles with DB, ÖBB, SBB and Verkehrsverbund Tirol VVT.

It is best to find out about the options from the transport companies in advance. The facilities at railway stations vary. All railway providers allow you to register online in advance to ensure a pleasant journey for people with disabilities.

Here you will find all the important information about the service for barrier-free travelling with DB, ÖBB and SBB.

Yes, dogs are allowed on DBB, ÖBB and SBB trains. Dogs must either wear a muzzle and be secured on a lead - a ticket is required for this - or they must travel in a transport box. Guide dogs for the blind and assistance dogs travel free of charge and do not have to wear a muzzle.

Further information can be found on the DB, ÖBB and SBB websites.