The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Graz
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Graz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Graz will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Graz without transferring at least once.
IC 791+
10069:07 AM6h07Salzburg Hbf3:14 PMGraz Hbf€501One-way1 transfer
IC 793+
100811:07 AM8h07Salzburg Hbf7:14 PMGraz Hbf€501One-way1 transfer
IC 791+
10089:07 AM10h07Salzburg Hbf7:14 PMGraz Hbf€501One-way1 transfer
IC 793+
100611:07 AM4h07Salzburg Hbf3:14 PMGraz Hbf€501One-way1 transfer
IC 791+
RJX 569:07 AM3h31Salzburg Hbf12:38 PMGraz Hbf€551One-way1 transfer
IC 791+
RJX 569:07 AM3h31Salzburg Hbf12:38 PMGraz Hbf€551One-way1 transfer
IC 793+
RJX 13411:07 AM3h31Salzburg Hbf2:38 PMGraz Hbf€691One-way1 transfer
IC 793+
100611:07 AM4h07Salzburg Hbf3:14 PMGraz Hbf€501One-way1 transfer
RJ 551+
RJX 568:07 AM4h31Salzburg Hbf12:38 PMGraz Hbf€671One-way1 transfer
RJ 113+
100610:07 AM5h07Salzburg Hbf3:14 PMGraz Hbf€691One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Salzburg to Graz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Graz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €186.
Distance: 198 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€41 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €186 Average price |
4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Salzburg to Graz train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Graz trains for tomorrow, Saturday, April 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 551+ 1006 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h07 | 3:14 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 551+ RJX 56 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 4h31 | 12:38 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 551+ 1008 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h07 | 7:14 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 791+ 1006 | 9:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h07 | 3:14 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 791+ RJX 56 | 9:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h31 | 12:38 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 791+ 1008 | 9:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 10h07 | 7:14 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 113+ 1008 | 10:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 9h07 | 7:14 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 113+ 1006 | 10:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h07 | 3:14 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 793+ 1008 | 11:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h07 | 7:14 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 793+ 1006 | 11:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 4h07 | 3:14 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 793+ RJX 134 | 11:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h31 | 2:38 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 115+ 1008 | 12:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 7h07 | 7:14 PM Graz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Graz
Trains from Salzburg to Graz run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Regionalzug from Salzburg to Graz trainsÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Regionalzug trains will get you between Salzburg and Graz from €20. 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 | ICE
ÖBB
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | S-Bahn
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Graz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Graz
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 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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