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Universalmuseum Joanneum
Austria’s oldest and one of its largest museum complexes, spanning art, natural history, and cultural history across several Graz sites. A strong first choice for visitors who want broad context on St
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
9 h 18 m
Average duration
9 h 32 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
602 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Graz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Graz will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 41 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Graz on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 602 km distance in an average of 9 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 18 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 9 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 699 · RJ 113 · S 1
ICE 699 · RJ 113 · S 1
ICE 619 · RJX 61 · IC 791 · RJX 56
ICE 619 · RJX 61 · IC 791 · RJX 56
ICE 621+
RJX 69+
IC 799+
RJX 530
ICE 573 · ICE 563+
RJX 67+
IC 797
ICE 575 · ICE 565+
RJX 69+
IC 799
ICE 527+
RJX 67+
IC 797+
RJX 132
ICE 621+
RJX 69+
IC 799+
RJX 530
ICE 913 · ICE 117 · RJ 557 · S 1Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Graz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $172.
Distance: 374 miles (602 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$175 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest | $548 Average price | $186 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 11m Average total duration 9h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 34m Average total duration 10h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Graz:
A bus is $113 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Graz costing on average $175 (€142).
A bus is $486 (€394) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Graz costing on average $548 (€444).
Other travel options to Graz take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 41m.
Bus takes on average 10h 4m.
Tickets start at around $175 (€142) compared to roughly $186 (€151) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11 (€9). The journey takes 9h 41m versus 7h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Graz trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 827+ RJX 63+ IC 793+ RJX 134 | 4:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h44 | 2:38 PM Graz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 117 | On time 8:10 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h51 | 6:01 PM Graz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 117 · S 3 | On time 8:10 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h00 | 6:10 PM Graz Don Bosco | 1 transfer | |
ICE 117 · RJ 557 · S 1 | On time 8:10 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h56 | 6:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 2 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 117 · S 3 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 9h48 | 6:10 PM Graz Don Bosco | 2 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 117 · RJ 557 · S 1 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 9h44 | 6:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 3 transfers | |
ICE 513 · RJX 67 · IC 797 · RJX 132 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 10h15 | 7:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 4 transfers | |
ICE 527 · RJX 67 · IC 797 · RJX 132 | On time 8:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h09 | 7:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 4 transfers | |
ICE 527+ RJX 67+ IC 797+ RJX 132 | On time 8:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h41 | 6:38 PM Graz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 573 · ICE 563 · RJX 67 · IC 797 | On time 9:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h46 | 7:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 5 transfers | |
ICE 573 · ICE 563+ RJX 67+ IC 797 | On time 9:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h18 | 6:38 PM Graz Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 2583 · ICE 119 · S 1 | On time 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h16 | 8:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 2 transfers | |
ICE 529 · RJ 87 · ICE 119 · S 1 | On time 9:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h09 | 8:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 3 transfers | |
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · S 1+ 24330 | Delayed 8:22 AM 9:57 AMFrankfurt South station | 10h09 | 8:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 3 transfers | |
ICE 119 · S 1 | On time 10:03 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 10h03 | 8:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 1 transfer | |
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · S 1 | On time 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 9h44 | 8:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 2 transfers | |
ICE 211 · S 1 | On time 12:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h55 | 10:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 1 transfer | |
ICE 225 · ICE 211 · S 1 | On time 12:21 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 9h45 | 10:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 2 transfers | |
ICE 627 · EC 213 · RJ 653 · S 1 | On time 1:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h09 | 12:06 AM Graz Don Bosco | 3 transfers | |
TGV 9580+ ICE 919 · EC 213 · RJ 653 | On time 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h04 | 12:06 AM Graz Don Bosco | 4 transfers | |
ICE 919 · EC 213 · RJ 653 · S 1 | On time 2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 9h44 | 12:06 AM Graz Don Bosco | 3 transfers | |
ICE 629 · EC 1219 · RJ 650 · S 1 | On time 2:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 13h25 | 4:06 AM Graz Don Bosco | 3 transfers | |
ICE 629+ EC 1219+ RJ 650 | On time 2:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h03 | 2:00 AM Graz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 629 · EC 1219 · RJ 650 · S 1 | On time 2:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h09 | 4:06 AM Graz Don Bosco | 3 transfers | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
ICE 619 · RJX 61 · IC 791 · RJX 56 | 1:04 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 12h02 | 1:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 4 transfers | |
ICE 619 · RJX 61 · IC 791 · RJX 56 | 1:26 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h40 | 1:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 4 transfers | |
ICE 619+ RJX 61+ IC 791+ RJX 56 | 1:31 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h07 | 12:38 PM Graz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 699 · RJ 113 · S 1 | 2:25 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h41 | 2:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 2 transfers | |
ICE 699 · RJ 113 · S 1 | 2:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h20 | 2:06 PM Graz Don Bosco | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Graz run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€54) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 374 miles (602 km) distance in 8h 41m.
Distance 374 miles (602 km) |
Average train duration 9h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€54) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 8h 41m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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