How to travel from Budapest to Graz

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Budapest to Graz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Graz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. 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 $34, while a flight costs an average of $293.

Distance: 170 miles (275 km)

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Driving

$90

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$34

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Cheapest

$293

Average price

$99

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 46m

Average total duration

5h 16m

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30m

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5h 1m

Average total duration

4h 31m

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4h 10m

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2h 10m

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3h 54m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.6kg

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ÖBB | InterCity

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FlixBus

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Lufthansa Cityline

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

The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Graz is a bus with an average price of $34.

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

A bus is $56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Graz costing on average $90.

A bus is $259 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Graz costing on average $293.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Graz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 10m.

Other travel options to Graz take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 1m.

Train takes on average 5h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Budapest and Graz including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Budapest 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 $90 compared to roughly $99 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $8. The journey takes 5h 16m versus 3h 54m 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 Budapest to Graz

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:15 AM4h15
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    11:30 AMGraz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:15 AM4h15
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    11:30 AMGraz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS632 · OS117
    11:15 AM2h40
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1:55 PMGraz Airport
    $2541One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 146+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 656
    2:55 PM5h05
    Budapest-Kelenfoeld
    8:00 PMGraz Hbf
    $461One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBB | RegionalzugR 3416+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 146+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 656
    2:20 PM5h40
    Budapest Keleti
    8:00 PMGraz Hbf
    $461One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBBRJX 266+ÖBB | InterCityIC 850
    7:30 PM5h30
    Budapest Keleti
    1:00 AMGraz Hbf
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:40 AM4h50
    Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    11:30 AMGraz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:00 PM4h35
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    5:35 PMGraz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling)
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:30 PM5h05
    Budapest, Mexikói Út M
    5:35 PMGraz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling)
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4145+Air DolomitiLH2346
    9:10 AM7h00
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    4:10 PMGraz Airport
    $2541One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS640 · OS117
    6:45 AM7h10
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1:55 PMGraz Airport
    $2541One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1335+Air DolomitiLH5648
    9:40 AM4h15
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1:55 PMGraz Airport
    $2641One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Budapest 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 Budapest to Graz.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Budapest and Graz including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Graz is a bus with an average price of $34.

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

A bus is $56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Graz costing on average $90.

A bus is $259 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Graz costing on average $293.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Graz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 10m.

Other travel options to Graz take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 1m.

Train takes on average 5h 46m.

The distance from Budapest to Graz is approximately 170 miles (275 km).
The average frequency per day from Budapest to Graz is:
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Budapest to Graz:
  • Flights mostly depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Graz Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Budapest Keleti and arrive in Graz Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arrive in Graz, Erna-Diez-Straße (P+R Webling).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Budapest to Graz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline to go to Graz by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Regionalzug, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) to go to Graz by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Graz by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Budapest to Graz with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Hungarian Railways (MÁV).
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Budapest 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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