The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Graz
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
275 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Graz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Graz will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 21 trains that leave Budapest for Graz on Wed, Jun 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct trains cover the 275 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest trains will take 5 h 20 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.
IC 3504:25 PM4h55Budapest-Kelenfoeld9:20 PMGraz Hbf€271One-way0 transfers
IC 3548:25 AM4h57Budapest-Kelenfoeld1:22 PMGraz Hbf€311One-way0 transfers
RJX 266+
IC 8507:30 PM5h30Budapest Keleti1:00 AMGraz Hbf€331One-way1 transfer
ER 62 · RJX 131+
R 496811:25 PM9h54Budapest-Deli9:19 AMGraz Hbf€331One-way2 transfers
RJX 264+
RJ 11525:30 PM5h30Budapest Keleti11:00 PMGraz Hbf€331One-way1 transfer
IC 3504:25 PM4h55Budapest-Kelenfoeld9:20 PMGraz Hbf€271One-way0 transfers
IC 3548:25 AM4h57Budapest-Kelenfoeld1:22 PMGraz Hbf€311One-way0 transfers
EC 146+
RJ 6562:55 PM5h05Budapest-Kelenfoeld8:00 PMGraz Hbf€701One-way1 transfer
RJX 64+
RJ 85811:40 AM5h20Budapest Keleti5:00 PMGraz Hbf€391One-way1 transfer
EC 142+
RJ 11010:40 AM5h20Budapest Keleti4:00 PMGraz Hbf€391One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
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 prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €173.
Distance: 275 km
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5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Budapest to Graz train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Graz trains for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 342+ RJ 754 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h30 | 11:00 AM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 162+ RJ 554 | 6:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h30 | 12:00 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 60+ RJ 752 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h30 | 1:00 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 140+ RJ 112 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h30 | 2:00 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62+ RJ 750 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h30 | 3:00 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 142+ RJ 110 | 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h30 | 4:00 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 64+ RJ 858 | 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h30 | 5:00 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 144+ RJ 658 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h30 | 6:00 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 66+ RJ 856 | 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h30 | 7:00 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
R 3416+ EC 146+ RJ 656 | 2:20 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h40 | 8:00 PM Graz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 146+ RJ 656 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 5h05 | 8:00 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Graz
Trains from Budapest to Graz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 275 km distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 275 km |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), RegioJet a.s. from Budapest to Graz trainsÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), RegioJet a.s. trains will get you between Budapest and Graz from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
ÖBB | Railjet
RegioJet a.s.
ÖBB | Regionalzug
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Graz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Graz 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 Graz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Graz
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
- 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
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