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Musée d'art et d'histoire
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.


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Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$147
Fastest journey
13h 20m
Average duration
14h 10m
Trains per day
7
Distance
400 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Graz to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $166.
Distance: 444 miles (716 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$154 Average price | $482 Average price | $89 Average price Cheapest | $396 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 4m Average total duration 12h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 20m Average total duration 17h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Graz to Geneva:
A bus is $65 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Graz to Geneva costing on average $154 (€127).
A bus is $393 (€323) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Graz to Geneva costing on average $482 (€395).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 34m.
Bus takes on average 17h 50m.
Tickets start at around $154 (€127) compared to roughly $396 (€325) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $242 (€199). The journey takes 12h 34m versus 9h 40m 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 Graz to Geneva trains for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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S 1 · ICE 210 · 78933 · ECE 192 | 5:52 AM Graz Don Bosco | 13h46 | 7:38 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
S 1 · ICE 118 · 78941 · ECE 190 | 7:52 AM Graz Don Bosco | 13h46 | 9:38 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
RJX 131+ IC 796+ IR 716 · RJX13470 | 9:22 AM Graz Hbf | 13h20 | 10:42 PM Geneva station | 5 transfers | |
S 1 · ICE 116 · IC 283 · IC 540 | 9:52 AM Graz Don Bosco | 15h30 | 1:22 AM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
S 1 · ICE 116 · ICE 1214 · ECE 98 | 9:52 AM Graz Don Bosco | 14h01 | 11:53 PM Geneva station | 5 transfers | |
S 1 · ICE 116 · 78949 · ECE 98 | 9:52 AM Graz Don Bosco | 14h01 | 11:53 PM Geneva station | 5 transfers | |
S 1 · ICE 116 · ICE 75 · IC 1640 | 9:52 AM Graz Don Bosco | 14h47 | 12:39 AM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Graz to Geneva run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€55) but you can travel from only $59 (€48) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 444 miles (716 km) distance in 12h 33m.
Distance 444 miles (716 km) |
Average train duration 12h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 12h 33m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Graz to Geneva by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Graz to Geneva trains use the Graz Hbf to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Graz and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Graz Hbf is 2 km from Graz city centre. Public transport options include:
Graz Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Don Camillo, Der Steirer
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Graz Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Graz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Graz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Graz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Graz Hbf: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Graz-Hbf, Hotel Daniel Graz, Ibis Graz.
Graz Don Bosco is 2 km from Graz city centre. Public transport options include:
Graz Don Bosco has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Graz Don Bosco.
ATMs are available at Graz Don Bosco.
Available at Graz Don Bosco: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Graz Don Bosco: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Graz Don Bosco.
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
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