How to travel from Basel to Graz

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Compare train and bus for Basel to Graz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Graz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $85 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $85, while a flight costs an average of $347.

Distance: 370 miles (596 km)

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$148

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$85

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$347

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$240

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11h 11m

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10h 41m

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13h 41m

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2h 55m

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8h 24m

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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Compare ways to travel from Basel to Graz

Compare the available ways to get from Basel to Graz, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Graz is a bus with an average price of $85.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Graz:

A bus is $63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Graz costing on average $148.

A bus is $262 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Graz costing on average $347.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Graz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 55m.

Other travel options to Graz take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 11m.

Bus takes on average 13h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Basel and Graz including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Basel to Graz among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $148 compared to roughly $240 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $92. The journey takes 10h 41m versus 8h 24m 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.

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from Basel to Graz

How to get from Basel to Graz by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Basel to Graz is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 376 · ICE 267 · RJX 65 · IC 795
    5 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBBIR 2055 · RJX 161 · IR 515
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 267 · ICE 117 · RJ 557 · S 1
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 267 · ICE 117 · S 3
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Basel to Graz

Travel to Graz easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Graz.

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There are 2 options to travel between Basel and Graz including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Graz is a bus with an average price of $85.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Graz:

A bus is $63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Graz costing on average $148.

A bus is $262 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Graz costing on average $347.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Graz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 55m.

Other travel options to Graz take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 11m.

Bus takes on average 13h 41m.

The distance from Basel to Graz is approximately 370 miles (596 km).
The average frequency per day from Basel to Graz is:
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel and Graz as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Basel to Graz:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Graz Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Graz Don Bosco.
  • Buses mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Graz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Graz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa Cityline, Wizz Air, Lufthansa, CitizenPlane, BA Euroflyer, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Graz by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Graz by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE to go to Graz by train.
Omio customers who travel from Basel to Graz often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Berlin, Zurich, Hamburg, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Graz and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Graz to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Graz, explore vibrant local markets like the Kaiser-Josef-Markt, attend performances at the renowned Graz Opera House, and stroll through the historic Old Town. Visit the Styrian Armoury to see an extensive collection of weaponry, and relax at Augarten Park. Don't miss Schlossberg for panoramic city views, Kunsthaus Graz for contemporary art, Graz Cathedral for its Gothic architecture, Eggenberg Palace for baroque splendor, and Murinsel for a unique riverside experience.
Two to three days are typically enough to explore Graz, covering its main attractions like the UNESCO-listed Old Town, Schlossberg Hill, and its vibrant culinary scene.

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