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Key Facts: Austria Theory D Exam

20+

Main questions in Modul D under FSG-PV

FSG-PV § 1

30 min

Time limit per theory-test module

FSG-PV § 1

80%

Passing score required per module

FSG-PV § 1

0.1‰

Strict alcohol limit for bus drivers in Austria

FSG § 14

EUR 11

Official first attempt theoretical exam fee (one class)

oesterreich.gv.at

18 mo

Theory test validity period before practical exam

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Prepare for the 2026 Austrian Category D bus theory test with 100 verified practice questions. Covers Modul D content: bus speed limits, pneumatic brakes, retarders, passenger protection, door safety, vehicle dimensions (12 m/18.75 m), tail swing, emergency evacuation, 0.1‰ alcohol limit, and FSG-PV exam logistics.

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1What is the general maximum speed limit for a standard passenger coach on Austrian motorways (Autobahnen) under normal conditions without a trailer?
A.80 km/h
B.100 km/h
C.130 km/h
D.90 km/h
Explanation: Austrian vehicle-category speed limits are set by KDV § 58 Abs. 1, alongside the general road limits in StVO § 20. KDV § 58 Abs. 1 Z 1 lit. b gives Omnibusse, excluding articulated buses, 80 km/h generally and 100 km/h on Autobahnen and Autostraßen. Passenger cars may run at 130 km/h on the motorway, so a coach travelling at its own limit is a comparatively slow vehicle there.
2What is the general speed limit for all buses within built-up areas (im Ortsgebiet) in Austria, unless a traffic sign indicates otherwise?
A.50 km/h
B.60 km/h
C.40 km/h
D.70 km/h
Explanation: Under StVO § 20, the general maximum speed limit for all motor vehicles, including Category D buses, inside built-up areas is 50 km/h. Local traffic authorities may designate lower limits (such as 30 km/h zones) or higher limits where specifically signposted. Bus drivers must adhere strictly to these urban limits to protect vulnerable road users.
3What is the maximum statutory speed limit for a standard passenger bus on open roads outside built-up areas (Freilandstraßen) in Austria?
A.100 km/h
B.90 km/h
C.80 km/h
D.70 km/h
Explanation: KDV § 58 Abs. 1 Z 1 lit. b sets 80 km/h for Omnibusse other than articulated buses, with 100 km/h reserved for Autobahnen and Autostraßen. The 100 km/h Freiland figure in StVO § 20 is the general car limit; the lower vehicle-specific ceiling in KDV § 58 prevails for a bus.
4In a built-up area, what obligation do other drivers have when a scheduled public bus (Linienbus) signals its intention to pull out from a marked bus stop?
A.Other drivers have full right-of-way and the bus must wait until the road is completely clear
B.Other drivers must accelerate quickly to pass the bus before it moves into the lane
C.Other drivers must honk their horn to warn the bus driver not to enter
D.Other drivers must enable the bus to merge by reducing speed and stopping if necessary
Explanation: Under StVO § 26a, within built-up areas, drivers of other vehicles must allow public transport buses and school buses that are signaling to pull out from marked stops to re-enter traffic flow by reducing speed or stopping if required. However, the bus driver must also check that merging will not cause an unavoidable hazard.
5Who is legally authorized to drive on a marked bus lane (Busfahrstreifen, StVO § 53/25) that has no additional supplementary signs?
A.Only scheduled public service buses (Kraftfahrlinien) and emergency vehicles on duty
B.All buses, taxis, and private passenger cars carrying three or more occupants
C.Any heavy commercial vehicle with a gross weight exceeding 3.5 tonnes
D.Private touring coaches and rental vans without exception
Explanation: Under StVO § 53 Abs. 1 Z 25, a marked bus lane without supplementary plates is strictly reserved for scheduled public transport buses (Kraftfahrlinienfahrzeuge) and emergency vehicles in service. Other vehicles, including private touring coaches, taxis, and motorcycles, may only use the lane if an additional sign explicitly authorizes them (e.g., 'ausgenommen Taxi').
6What is the statutory stopping and parking prohibition distance around a bus stop sign (Haltestellentafel) when no road markings are present?
A.5 metres before and 5 metres after the sign
B.15 metres before and 15 metres after the sign
C.25 metres before and 10 metres after the sign
D.10 metres before and 20 metres after the sign
Explanation: Under StVO § 24 Abs. 1 lit. e, stopping and parking are prohibited within 15 metres before and 15 metres after a public bus stop sign (Haltestellentafel) during operating hours, unless specific pavement markings define a different area. This ensures adequate space for buses to maneuver smoothly in and out of the stop.
7What does a yellow zigzag line (Grenzmarkierung) along the edge of the carriageway at a bus stop indicate?
A.Parking is permitted for up to 10 minutes for loading luggage
B.Vehicles may park overnight outside scheduled bus operating hours
C.Stopping and parking are prohibited along the entire length of the marking during operating hours
D.All passing traffic must reduce speed to exactly 20 km/h
Explanation: Under StVO § 24 and § 55, a yellow zigzag line (Grenzmarkierung) at a bus stop demarcates the exact zone where stopping and parking are prohibited for other vehicles during the operating hours of the public transport service. This replaces the default 15-metre rule with a customized marked length.
8What is the maximum speed for an articulated bus (Gelenkbus) on an Austrian Freilandstraße outside built-up areas?
A.60 km/h
B.70 km/h
C.80 km/h
D.100 km/h
Explanation: KDV § 58 Abs. 1 Z 1 splits buses in two. Lit. b gives Omnibusse 80 km/h, and 100 km/h on Autobahnen and Autostraßen, but expressly excludes Gelenkbusse. Articulated buses instead fall under lit. a together with the other Kraftwagen over 3,500 kg: 70 km/h generally, 80 km/h on Autobahnen and Autostraßen. The articulation joint makes the vehicle more sensitive to lateral disturbance, which is why the lower figure applies.
9How must a driver behave when approaching a stationary school bus or scheduled bus displaying activated hazard warning lights at a stop?
A.Approach with extreme caution at walking speed and stop if necessary to ensure passengers are not endangered
B.Overtake at the full posted road speed limit while keeping in the middle of the lane
C.Overtaking is strictly prohibited under all circumstances regardless of direction
D.Sound the horn continuously and pass without slowing down
Explanation: Under StVO § 18 and § 26a, when passing a bus with active hazard warning lights (Alarmblinkanlage) boarding or disembarking passengers, drivers in both the same and oncoming directions must proceed with extreme caution at walking pace (Schrittgeschwindigkeit) and stop if passengers could be endangered or obstructed.
10In which of the following locations is a bus driver strictly prohibited from parking under StVO § 24?
A.In designated, marked bus parking bays along a public boulevard
B.In front of property driveways and on narrow road sections where less than two clear lanes remain
C.In pay-and-display parking zones after purchasing a valid ticket
D.In commercial terminal bays during mandatory driving break periods
Explanation: Under StVO § 24 Abs. 1 and Abs. 3, parking is prohibited in front of property entrances/driveways and on road sections where fewer than two lanes of traffic (minimum 5 metres remaining clear roadway width) would remain unobstructed. A large bus must not block normal vehicular flow or emergency access.

About the Austria Theory D Exam

The Austrian Category D driving theory exam is the computer-based test required to obtain a bus driver licence (Kraftwagen mit mehr als acht Plaetzen fuer befoerderte Personen). Regulated by the Fahrpruefungsverordnung (FSG-PV) and Fuehrerscheingesetz (FSG), the examination tests knowledge of bus-specific traffic regulations, pneumatic dual-circuit braking systems, retarders, vehicle dimensions, turning swept paths, tail swing, passenger safety, emergency evacuation, door control interlocks, fire suppression, and driver fitness (including the strict 0.1 per mille alcohol limit). Candidates take the exam on computers at an authorised driving school. Each module requires at least 80% to pass and is timed at 30 minutes. A passed theory test remains valid for 18 months toward the practical driving test.

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Assessment

The theory test is taken as a computer-based multiple-choice examination at a driving school (FSG-PV § 1 Abs. 2). It consists of the class-specific Modul D and, for a first-time applicant for any class other than AM, the Grundwissen module (GW) as well; a candidate who already holds another licence sits only Modul D. Each module is assessed as an examination in its own right, so a failed module is the only one repeated. FSG-PV § 1 Abs. 3 lists the complete catalogue as GW, A, B, C, D, BE, E and F, and Modul D serves Category D (and D1, which uses Modul D).

Time Limit

30 minutes per module

Passing Score

At least 80% of the maximum possible points in each module

Exam / Certification Fees

EUR 11 for the first attempt for one class; EUR 16.50 for two classes

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Reported exam pass rate: Not published in official Austrian government statistics. Official sources specify the module layout, the minimum number of questions, the pass mark and the fees, but no category-specific pass rates are published nationally. Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

25%

Bus-Specific Road Rules & Behaviour

Speed limits (50 km/h in built-up areas, 80 km/h on Freiland roads, 100 km/h on motorways with special approval), bus lane usage, pulling out from designated bus stops, stopping and parking bans.

20%

Vehicle Technology & Pneumatic Brakes

Dual-circuit compressed air brakes (Zweikreis-Druckluftbremsanlage), spring-loaded parking brakes (Federspeicher), retarders (hydrodynamic and electrodynamic), ABS/EBS, air suspension, tyre tread depths (min 2 mm).

20%

Passenger Safety & Evacuation

Passenger boarding/alighting supervision, anti-trap door systems, passenger seating rules, standing passenger limits, wheelchair spaces and ramps, emergency exit doors/windows, roof hatches, fire extinguishers, first-aid kits.

15%

Dimensions, Masses & Turning Dynamics

Maximum dimensions (12 m standard solo, 18.75 m articulated, 2.55 m width, 4.0 m height), axle loads, turning circle, tail swing / rear overhang hazard when pulling away from curbs, luggage distribution.

10%

Driving Mechanics & Emergency Handling

Braking distances, kinetic energy, crosswinds on high-sided buses, tunnel emergency procedures, break-down warning on motorways, fire protocols.

10%

Licensing & Legal Regulations

FSG/FSG-PV requirements, minimum ages (21/24), medical fitness, 0.1‰ blood alcohol limit, driver qualification card Code 95, 18-month theory validity.

Preparing for the Austria Theory D Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: At least 80% of the maximum possible points in each module
  • Assessment: The theory test is taken as a computer-based multiple-choice examination at a driving school (FSG-PV § 1 Abs. 2). It consists of the class-specific Modul D and, for a first-time applicant for any class other than AM, the Grundwissen module (GW) as well; a candidate who already holds another licence sits only Modul D. Each module is assessed as an examination in its own right, so a failed module is the only one repeated. FSG-PV § 1 Abs. 3 lists the complete catalogue as GW, A, B, C, D, BE, E and F, and Modul D serves Category D (and D1, which uses Modul D).
  • Time limit: 30 minutes per module
  • Exam / certification fees: EUR 11 for the first attempt for one class; EUR 16.50 for two classes Official sources

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Austria Theory D: Suggested Study Strategy

1Focus on the technical distinctions of heavy buses: dual-circuit pneumatic braking systems, four-circuit protection valves, spring-loaded parking brakes, and retarder heat management.
2Memorize the legal dimensions and masses: standard solo bus 12.0 m (two axles up to 13.5 m, three axles up to 15.0 m), articulated bus up to 18.75 m, width 2.55 m, height 4.0 m.
3Understand the mechanics of tail swing (Hecküberhang): when a bus turns sharply away from a bus stop, the rear overhang swings in the opposite direction over the kerb or into adjacent lanes.
4Review passenger safety rules: emergency door release valves, roof hatches, hammer locations, minimum 2 fire extinguishers (one near the driver, one in passenger compartment on larger coaches), and strict 0.1‰ alcohol limit.
5Learn Austrian bus speed limits: 50 km/h in built-up areas, 80 km/h on open roads (Freilandstrassen), and 80 km/h on Autobahnen (100 km/h only with Tempo 100 bus approval).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is covered on the Austrian Category D theory test?

The Category D theoretical test consists of the class-specific Modul D covering bus road rules, pneumatic brakes, retarders, vehicle dimensions, passenger safety, emergency evacuation, and driver responsibilities.

How many questions are in Modul D and what is the passing score?

Under the Fahrpruefungsverordnung (FSG-PV), Modul D contains at least 20 main questions with potential supplementary questions. Candidates must score at least 80% of the maximum possible points to pass.

What is the time limit for the Category D theory test?

Each theory module is allocated 30 minutes on the driving school's computer-based examination system.

What is the alcohol limit for bus drivers in Austria?

In Austria, professional bus drivers are subject to a strict blood alcohol limit of 0.1 per mille (0.1 g/l blood alcohol or 0.05 mg/l breath alcohol) while driving.

How long is a passed Category D theory test valid?

A passed theoretical test is valid for 18 months to complete the practical driving examination. If the practical test is not passed within 18 months, the theory test must be repeated.