Cruise port Ybbs
Info for port Ybbs on 8 Oct 2026
Port information & tips for Ybbs
Ybbs an der Donau is a charming jewel in Lower Austria and marks the picturesque transition from the Strudengau to the Nibelungengau. The history-steeped town delights visitors with its medieval flair and an idyllic location directly on the river, which invites relaxed strolling along magnificent promenade paths. Cultural highlights include the fascinating Bicycle Museum, which vividly presents the evolution of mobility, as well as the magnificent Stadtpfarrkirche St. Lorenz with its famous organ. River cruise ships dock directly at the Donaulände pier, which is located immediately on the edge of the historic old town and simultaneously allows convenient access to all sights in just a few minutes on foot.
Ybbs an der Donau, a picturesque town in Lower Austria, is a popular destination for river cruises and is exceptionally accessible thanks to its central location in Austria. The ship pier is idyllically situated near the historic old town, allowing for a convenient embarkation.
Car
Travelers from the DACH region can easily reach Ybbs an der Donau via the Westautobahn A1. Take the Ybbs exit and follow the B25 directly into the town area. Free parking is available directly at the Donaulände, not far from the Stadthalle. In addition, the Ybbs an der Donau train station offers free Park & Ride facilities with over 520 parking spaces.
Train
The Ybbs an der Donau train station is a stop on the important Westbahn route and offers Regionalexpress connections to Vienna Westbahnhof, among others. Although the station is located slightly outside the center, you can easily reach the city center and the ship pier thanks to local bus lines.
Airplane
The nearest major airport is Vienna International Airport (VIE), located approximately 129 kilometers from Ybbs an der Donau. The journey by car or taxi takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can travel from Vienna Airport to Ybbs an der Donau by train, which takes about 2 hours and 18 minutes to 2 hours and 28 minutes and costs around 20 to 50 euros. For a particularly relaxed start to your cruise, we recommend booking a private transfer or an overnight stay in the region if arriving by plane.
Check-in & Embarkation
Please note that your travel documents usually include a fixed time slot for check-in, which is mandatory for your embarkation. Please plan sufficient time for your journey to the port and take into account that the latest embarkation time - depending on the cruise line and destination area - is generally about one hour before the scheduled departure.
The same applies during the journey: for shore excursions, you should be back on board at least one hour before departure. Always pay attention to the current announcements as well as the postings on board, as mooring and departure times can change at short notice.
In port on 08 Oct 2026
