Best Public Transport System in the EU
For its 2026 ranking, Time Out surveyed more than 24,000 local residents worldwide about their satisfaction with public transport in their city. Buses, trams, metro systems and rail services were rated on a scale from “awful” to “amazing.” Vienna achieved an impressive 90.3% approval rating, securing a place among the world’s top ten cities for public transport.
Only Taipei, Singapore, Hong Kong, Edinburgh, Seoul and Zurich ranked ahead of Vienna. As the highest-ranked city in the European Union, Vienna once again reinforces its reputation as an international benchmark for public mobility.
Record Passenger Numbers Confirm High Quality
The international recognition is reflected in strong usage figures: in 2025, the metro, tram and bus services operated by Wiener Linien carried a total of 903 million passengers. At the same time, the company reached a new record for annual travel passes.
This distinction highlights the importance of public transport in Vienna and is a testament to the work of more than 9,500 employees, who ensure a reliable and high-quality mobility service every day.
Vienna Also Scores Highly for Cycling
Time Out also highlights Vienna as one of the world’s leading cycling cities. This reflects Vienna’s successful approach of intelligently connecting different mobility options. Alongside one of the world’s best public transport networks, shared mobility services such as WienMobil Rad help people travel flexibly and conveniently throughout the city.
Vienna in the Global Top 10
According to the 2026 ranking, the world’s best cities for public transport are:
- Taipei
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Edinburgh
- Seoul
- Zurich
- Vienna
- Tallinn
- Helsinki
- Medellín
With 7th place worldwide and 1st place in the EU, Vienna ranks among the leading metropolitan areas globally and demonstrates how attractive public mobility can be in an urban environment.
