The cheapest and fastest trains from Graz to Vienna
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Graz to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Graz to Vienna will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $27.
Of the 30 trains that leave Graz for Vienna every day 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
EC 78+
IC 643
IC 534
RJ 753+
RJX 867
RJ 753
IC 534 · IC 741
IC 534
EC 78
RJX 56
IC 538
RJX 636Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 145 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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$48 Average Price | $24 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Graz to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Graz to Vienna trains for today, Friday, 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 657 | 7:00 am Graz Hbf | 2h57 | 9:57 am Vienna Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 657 | 7:00 am Graz Hbf | 2h36 | 9:36 am Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 638+ IC 547 | 7:41 am Graz Hbf | 2h46 | 10:27 am Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 638 | 7:41 am Graz Hbf | 2h26 | 10:07 am Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 857 | 8:00 am Graz Hbf | 2h36 | 10:36 am Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 857+ RJX 861 | 8:00 am Graz Hbf | 2h57 | 10:57 am Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
IC 538 | 8:41 am Graz Hbf | 2h26 | 11:07 am Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 538 · IC 549 | 8:41 am Graz Hbf | 2h46 | 11:27 am Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJ 659 | 9:00 am Graz Hbf | 2h36 | 11:36 am Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 659 | 9:00 am Graz Hbf | 2h57 | 11:57 am Vienna Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Graz to Vienna
Trains from Graz to Vienna run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | REX from Graz to Vienna trainsÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | REX trains will get you between Graz and Vienna from $12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | REX
EuroNight
FAQs: Graz to Vienna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Graz to Vienna 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 Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Graz, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Graz Hbf and Graz, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). When arriving in Vienna, you can end your route in train stations like Vienna Hbf and Vienna Airport.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Graz Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Vienna Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Graz and Vienna
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Eggenberger Straße.
- Restaurant Don Camillo
- Der Steirer
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €1
- B&B Hotel Graz-Hbf
- Hotel Daniel Graz
- Ibis Graz
- Located in the main hall
- 275 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 5-10 for long-distance and international trains
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 6, 7
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Eichenstraße.
- Restaurant Meidlinger Markt
- Gasthaus Tirolergarten
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rainers
- Austria Trend Hotel Bosei
- Hotel Fabrik
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Austria, Germany, and Hungary
- Hall 2: S-Bahn and metro connections
- Metro: Line U6
- Tram: Line 62
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S60
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