How to travel from Graz to Vienna

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Compare bus and train for Graz to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Graz to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $36 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, while a bus costs an average of $91.

Distance: 90 miles (145 km)

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$36

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$91

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$50

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3h 13m

Average total duration

2h 43m

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3h 0m

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2h 30m

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2h 3m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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ÖBB | Railjet

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GoOpti

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

The cheapest way to travel from Graz to Vienna is a train with an average price of $36 (€30).

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

A train is $56 (€47) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Graz to Vienna costing on average $91 (€76).

The fastest way to travel from Graz to Vienna is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Graz and Vienna including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Graz to Vienna 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 $36 (€30) compared to roughly $50 (€42) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $15 (€13). The journey takes 2h 43m versus 2h 3m 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 Graz to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 206
    5:36 AM2h29
    Graz Hbf
    8:05 AMVienna Hbf
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 206
    5:36 AM2h29
    Graz Hbf
    8:05 AMVienna Hbf
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:10 PM2h00
    Graz, Ostbahnstraße (Liebenau Murpark)
    11:10 PMWien, Matzleinsdorferplatz (Triester Straße)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 651
    10:00 PM2h36
    Graz Hbf
    12:36 AMVienna Hbf
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 70
    8:00 PM2h36
    Graz Hbf
    10:36 PMVienna Hbf
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 853
    5:00 AM2h40
    Graz Hbf
    7:40 AMVienna Hbf
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:10 PM2h10
    Graz, Ostbahnstraße (Liebenau Murpark)
    11:20 PMWien, Westbahnhof Felberstrasse
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM2h10
    Graz, Girardigasse (FlixBus Haltestelle)
    11:10 PMWien, Matzleinsdorferplatz (Triester Straße)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM2h20
    Graz, Girardigasse (FlixBus Haltestelle)
    11:20 PMWien, Westbahnhof Felberstrasse
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Graz to Vienna

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Graz to Vienna, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Graz to Vienna and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Graz to Vienna

Travel to Vienna 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 Graz to Vienna.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Graz and Vienna including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Graz to Vienna is a train with an average price of $36 (€30).

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

A train is $56 (€47) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Graz to Vienna costing on average $91 (€76).

The fastest way to travel from Graz to Vienna is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 13m.

The distance from Graz to Vienna is approximately 90 miles (145 km).
The average frequency per day from Graz to Vienna is:
  • Around 112 buses per day.
  • Around 18 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Graz to Vienna:
  • Trains mostly depart from Graz Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Graz, Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Wien, Westbahnhof Felberstrasse.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Wien Schwedenplatz and arrive in Bratislava Passenger Terminal.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Graz to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, GoOpti to go to Vienna by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Graz to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 11 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet.
  • 112 direct buses per day with FlixBus, GoOpti.
Omio customers who travel from Graz to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Hallstatt. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.
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