How to travel from Bratislava to Graz

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Compare train and bus for Bratislava to Graz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Graz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr246 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr246, while a train costs an average of kr311.

Distance: 107 miles (173 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

kr311

Average price

kr246

Average price

Cheapest

kr682

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 7m

Average total duration

3h 37m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 26m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 35m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

ÖBB | Railjet

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bratislava to Graz is a bus with an average price of kr246.

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

A bus is kr65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bratislava to Graz costing on average kr311.

The fastest way to travel from Bratislava to Graz is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 56m.

Other travel options to Graz take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bratislava and Graz including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bratislava 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 kr311 compared to roughly kr682 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr371. The journey takes 3h 37m versus 2h 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.

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from Bratislava to Graz

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:00 PM3h30
    Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy
    10:30 PMGraz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling)
    kr2471One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:00 PM3h30
    Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy
    10:30 PMGraz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling)
    kr2471One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ÖBBRJX19910+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 556
    6:32 AM3h28
    Bratislava-Petržalka
    10:00 AMGraz Hbf
    kr4281One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 558+ÖBB | REXREX 6
    4:16 AM3h44
    Bratislava-Petržalka
    8:00 AMGraz Hbf
    kr2651One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 756+ÖBB | REXREX 6
    5:16 AM3h44
    Bratislava-Petržalka
    9:00 AMGraz Hbf
    kr2651One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 654+ÖBB | REXREX 6
    6:16 PM3h44
    Bratislava-Petržalka
    10:00 PMGraz Hbf
    kr2651One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:55 PM3h55
    Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy
    5:50 PMGraz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling)
    kr2471One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:05 AM3h45
    Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy
    2:50 PMGraz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling)
    kr2591One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:55 AM3h50
    Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy
    11:45 AMGraz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling)
    kr2881One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bratislava 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 Bratislava to Graz.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bratislava and Graz including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bratislava to Graz is a bus with an average price of kr246.

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

A bus is kr65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bratislava to Graz costing on average kr311.

The fastest way to travel from Bratislava to Graz is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 56m.

Other travel options to Graz take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 7m.

The distance from Bratislava to Graz is approximately 107 miles (173 km).
The average frequency per day from Bratislava to Graz is:
  • Around 63 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bratislava 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 Bratislava to Graz:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bratislava-Petržalka and arrive in Graz Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy and arrive in Graz, Ostbahnstraße (Liebenau Murpark).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Bratislava Passenger Terminal and arrive in Wien Schwedenplatz.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bratislava to Graz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Westbahn, ÖBB, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) to go to Graz by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, GoOpti to go to Graz by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bratislava to Graz:
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, GoOpti.
Omio customers who travel from Bratislava to Graz often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Zurich. 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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