Walking, Bus or Taxi – the Short Answer
If your hotel is in the centre, many places can be reached on foot. The local bus network connects different parts of St. Anton and the surrounding valley. A taxi is useful when you are travelling with luggage, skis or children, when you are heading to another ski area, or when you simply want to go directly from door to door.
This guide explains when each option makes the most sense during your stay.
Walking Around St Anton
For guests staying in the centre of St. Anton, walking is often the simplest way to get around. The railway station, restaurants, shops, bars and the lifts around the centre are all close together.
Walking works particularly well when you are:
- staying close to the centre,
- going to a nearby restaurant,
- out without heavy luggage,
- moving between shops, bars and your accommodation.
In winter, however, a short distance can feel much longer in ski boots or with skis, snowboards and children’s equipment. Snowfall, icy pavements and an uphill walk back to your accommodation can change what looked like an easy walk on a map.
So although St. Anton is very walkable, distance is not the only thing to consider.
Using the Local Bus in St Anton
St. Anton has a local bus network that connects the centre with St. Jakob, Nasserein, Mooserkreuz and – in summer – the Verwall valley, with stops at the main lifts such as the Galzigbahn and at the railway station.
Regional buses also link St. Anton with St. Christoph, Zürs and Lech, and with Landeck in the other direction.
The bus is a convenient way to reach the lifts without walking through the village in ski boots, especially when you are staying close to a stop.
Timetables change between summer and winter. In the ski season the buses run far more often than in summer, so always check the current timetables rather than relying on the ones from a previous holiday.
When the bus makes sense
- You are not in a hurry.
- Your accommodation is close to a stop.
- The bus goes directly to the lift or village you want.
- You are happy to travel according to a timetable.
When a Taxi Is More Convenient
A taxi offers something walking and the bus cannot always provide: pickup at your door or a nearby meeting point and a direct ride to your destination – without waiting for a departure time.
That is especially useful when you are travelling with:
- skis and snowboards,
- several suitcases,
- young children,
- a group of friends,
- or accommodation some distance from the nearest bus stop.
Our vehicles are equipped for Arlberg winters and carry passengers together with skis, snowboards and luggage.
Typical taxi rides in St Anton
- Hotel → Galzigbahn
- Chalet → Nassereinbahn
- Hotel → Rendlbahn
- Train station → accommodation
- Restaurant → hotel
- Après-ski → accommodation
- St. Anton → St. Christoph, Stuben, Zürs or Lech
For rides to the lifts and ski areas, see our Ski Taxi St Anton.
Taxi, Bus or Walking – Which Should You Choose?
| Situation | Walking | Bus | Taxi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short trip in the village centre | Excellent | Usually unnecessary | Convenient |
| Hotel to ski lift with equipment | Depends on distance | Good | Very convenient |
| Several suitcases | Less convenient | Possible | Very convenient |
| Family with children | Depends on distance | Good | Convenient |
| Early morning | Possible | Timetable dependent | Flexible |
| Late evening | Depends on location | Timetable dependent | Flexible |
| To another Arlberg village | Not practical | Some connections | Direct |
| Group with skis & snowboards | Short distances only | Good | Convenient |
There is no single option that is right for every journey. Many visitors use all three during the same holiday: walking around the centre, the bus for some daytime trips and a taxi when a direct ride is more convenient.
The Pedestrian Zone: Where Can a Taxi Stop?
The centre of St. Anton is a pedestrian zone, and this is the local detail most visitors do not know. With luggage – on arrival and departure day – a taxi may drive in (from east to west) and take you to the door of your hotel. Without luggage, or with only your skis, we meet you at one of three points on the edge of the zone: the Hotel Schwarzer Adler, the Hotel Rosanna or Intersport Pangratz.
When booking, tell us the name of your hotel and whether you have luggage, skis or snowboards – we will arrange the most practical pickup point.
Where exactly the bollards are, and where the taxi ranks are at the station, the lifts and Moos: Taxi Pickup Points in St Anton →
Getting to the Ski Lifts
Galzigbahn
The Galzigbahn is one of the main access points to the ski area, close to the centre of St. Anton. If you are staying nearby, walking may be easiest. From further away, take the local bus or arrange a taxi – with ski equipment, even a short walk becomes less attractive, particularly for families or groups.
Rendlbahn
The Rendlbahn is another important access point from St. Anton. Guests in the centre may reach it on foot; from other parts of the village a bus or taxi saves the walk. If you are travelling with several pairs of skis or snowboards, tell us when booking so we can plan the right vehicle.
Nassereinbahn
The Nassereinbahn is on the eastern side of St. Anton. For guests staying in Nasserein, walking is easy. From other parts of the village, the bus or a taxi can save a considerable walk in ski boots.
Arriving at St Anton Train Station
One of St. Anton’s advantages is that it has its own railway station directly in the village.
If your hotel is nearby and you are travelling light, walking may be perfectly reasonable. But after a long journey, walking through snow with suitcases, ski bags and children is another matter. In that case, arrange a pickup at the station and ride straight to your accommodation.
More: Train Station Taxi St Anton
Getting Home After Après-Ski
The way back to your accommodation can look very different at 4 p.m. than it did in the morning. You may still be in ski boots, carrying equipment and no longer keen on the uphill walk to your hotel.
A taxi lets you arrange a direct pickup. As explained above, without luggage we cannot drive into the pedestrian zone, so we meet you at one of the three pickup points: the Hotel Schwarzer Adler, the Hotel Rosanna or Intersport Pangratz.
St Anton to St Christoph, Stuben, Zürs or Lech
Many visitors also move between different parts of the Arlberg – to start skiing in Zürs, meet friends for lunch in Lech, or return to St. Anton after a day elsewhere.
Regional buses exist, but a private taxi takes you directly from your accommodation to your destination, without changing vehicles or carrying equipment between stops.
Staying in Pettneu, Schnann or Flirsch
Not every visitor stays directly in St. Anton. By taxi, Pettneu is approx. 10 minutes from St. Anton, Schnann approx. 15 minutes and Flirsch approx. 15–20 minutes – may vary slightly depending on weather conditions.
For daytime trips the bus can be an economical option. A taxi is useful when your plans do not match the timetable, when you travel late, carry a lot of luggage or simply want to go directly from door to door.
Do You Need a Car in St Anton?
For most ski-holiday journeys inside St. Anton, a car is not essential. There is a railway station in the village, a local bus network, short walking distances in the centre and taxis around the clock.
Many guests leave the car parked once they arrive – and avoid looking for a parking space near the lifts.
Getting Around St Anton in Summer
In summer, walking and the local buses cover most of the village. The Verwall valley is served by bus during the day; the road barrier there opens at 5 p.m., so in the evening a taxi can take you up to the Wagner Hütte for dinner and collect you again afterwards.
Local Tip: Choose by Situation, Not by Distance Alone
A two-kilometre journey can be easy in summer shoes and inconvenient in ski boots. A five-minute bus ride is excellent if the bus is about to arrive – and less attractive if you have just missed it. And a taxi makes more sense for four or six people with ski equipment than for one person going a few hundred metres.
When deciding how to get around St. Anton, consider distance, weather, ski equipment, children, luggage, time of day, the bus timetable and your destination – not distance alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Anton easy to walk around?
Yes. Much of central St. Anton can be explored on foot, and the railway station is right in the village. Winter conditions, ski boots and luggage can make even short walks less convenient.
Is there a ski bus in St Anton?
Yes. St. Anton has a local bus network connecting different parts of the village with the railway station and the main lifts. Timetables differ between summer and winter, so check the current timetable before you travel.
Can a taxi drive into the pedestrian zone?
Only with luggage – when you arrive from the railway station, the airport or another village, or when you leave with your suitcases – and only from east to west. Without luggage, or with only skis, we drop you off and pick you up at one of the three bollards: the Hotel Schwarzer Adler in the east, the Hotel Rosanna in the middle or Intersport Pangratz in the west.
Where are the pedestrian-zone barriers?
There are three retractable bollards: at the Hotel Schwarzer Adler at the eastern end, at Intersport Pangratz at the western end, and in the middle at the Hotel Rosanna, at the lower end of the narrow street that runs down from between the Sporthotel and the Gemeindeamt to the main road. These are also our three pickup points for passengers without luggage.
Can I take skis and snowboards in a taxi?
Yes. Our vehicles carry passengers together with skis and snowboards. When booking, tell us how many passengers and ski bags you have.
Can I get a taxi from St Anton train station?
Yes. You can arrange a pickup at the railway station to your hotel, chalet or apartment.
Can a taxi take me from St Anton to Lech or Zürs?
Yes. We drive directly between St. Anton and Lech, Zürs, St. Christoph, Stuben and other destinations around the Arlberg.
Is a taxi available late at night?
Taxi Anton is available 24/7. For busy evenings and planned journeys, booking in advance is recommended.
Need a Ride in St Anton?
Whether you are heading to a ski lift, the railway station, a restaurant, your hotel or another destination around the Arlberg, we are available 24/7.
Looking for a local ride? Learn more about our Taxi St Anton service.