The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Graz
Cheapest price
£155
Average price
£195
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 36 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
596 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Graz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Graz will cost around £195 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £155.
To travel from Basel to Graz you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 374 · ICE 119 · S 18:1611h50Basel SBB20:06Graz Don Bosco£1551One-way2 changes
IC 563 · EC 99 · ICE 119 · S 18:3311h33Basel SBB20:06Graz Don Bosco£1551One-way3 changes
IC 563 · EC 99 · RJX 67 · IC 7978:3310h33Basel SBB19:06Graz Don Bosco£1791One-way5 changes
IC 553+
RJX 165 · IR 5199:3310h42Basel SBB20:15Graz Hbf£1871One-way2 changes
ICE 1067 · ICE 593+
RJX 67+
IC 7978:3110h07Basel Bad Bhf18:38Graz Hbf£2071One-way4 changes
IC 563+
EC 99+
RJX 67+
IC 7978:3310h05Basel SBB18:38Graz Hbf£2871One-way4 changes
ICE 1067 · ICE 593+
RJX 67+
IC 7978:3110h07Basel Bad Bhf18:38Graz Hbf£2071One-way4 changes
IC 563 · EC 99 · RJX 67 · IC 7978:3310h33Basel SBB19:06Graz Don Bosco£1791One-way5 changes
IC 553+
RJX 165 · IR 5199:3310h42Basel SBB20:15Graz Hbf£1871One-way2 changes
IC 563 · EC 99 · ICE 119 · S 18:3311h33Basel SBB20:06Graz Don Bosco£1551One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basel to Graz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Graz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 596 km
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£103 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 15m Average total duration Fastest 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 14m Average total duration 13h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Basel to Graz train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Graz trains for today, Monday 13 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 374 · ICE 119 · S 1 | On time 6:16 Basel SBB | 11h50 | 18:06 Graz Don Bosco | 2 changes | |
IC 563 · EC 99 · RJX 67 · IC 797 | 6:33 Basel SBB | 10h33 | 17:06 Graz Don Bosco | 5 changes | |
IC 563 · EC 99 · ICE 119 · S 1 | 6:33 Basel SBB | 11h33 | 18:06 Graz Don Bosco | 3 changes | |
IC 563+ EC 99+ RJX 67+ IC 797 | 6:33 Basel SBB | 10h05 | 16:38 Graz Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 553+ RJX 165 · IR 519 | 7:33 Basel SBB | 10h42 | 18:15 Graz Hbf | 2 changes | |
TGV 9203+ EC 191 · RJX 69 · IC 799 | 8:33 Basel SBB | 10h33 | 19:06 Graz Don Bosco | 5 changes | |
TGV 9203+ EC 191 · ICE 211 · S 1 | 8:33 Basel SBB | 11h33 | 20:06 Graz Don Bosco | 3 changes | |
TGV 9203+ EC 191+ RJX 69+ IC 799 | 8:33 Basel SBB | 10h05 | 18:38 Graz Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 569+ RJX 167 · IR 611 | 9:33 Basel SBB | 10h42 | 20:15 Graz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 370 · ICE 597 · EC 213 · RJ 653 | On time 10:16 Basel SBB | 11h50 | 22:06 Graz Don Bosco | 4 changes | |
TGV 9211 · RJX 169 · IR 613 | 11:33 Basel SBB | 10h43 | 22:16 Graz Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 775+ IR 3278+ S 2+ RJX 663 | 12:07 Basel SBB | 11h53 | 0:00 Graz Hbf | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Graz
Trains from Basel to Graz run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 596 km distance in 10h 41m.
Distance 596 km |
Average train duration 10h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 41m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:13 |
Train companies: ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Graz trainsÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Graz from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Basel to Graz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Graz
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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