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Kunsthaus Graz
A major contemporary art museum with striking architecture and changing exhibitions, ideal for visitors interested in modern visual culture.
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£44
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£79
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
10 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
10 h 44 m
Trains on 14 Oct
14
Distance
754 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Graz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Graz will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Cologne to Graz you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 217 · ICE 575 · ICE 565 · RJX 69
ICE 919 · EC 213 · RJ 653 · S 1
ICE 519+
RE5 · RJX13483+
RJ 650
ICE 629+
EC 1219+
RJ 650
ICE 217 · ICE 575 · ICE 565+
RJX 69
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · S 1
ICE 919 · EC 213 · RJ 653 · S 1
ICE 217 · ICE 575 · ICE 565+
RJX 69
ICE 515+
RJX 69+
IC 799+
RJX 530
ICE 217 · ICE 575 · ICE 565 · RJX 69Trains from Cologne to Graz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 754 km distance in 9h 9m.
Distance 754 km |
Average train duration 10h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 9h 9m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
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The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Graz trains for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 919 · EC 213 · RJ 653 · S 1 | Delayed 11:35 13:30Cologne Messe/Deutz | 10h36 | 0:06 Graz Don Bosco | 3 changes | |
RE5+ ICE 629+ EC 1219+ RJ 650 | 13:31 Cologne Hbf | 12h29 | 2:00 Graz Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 629 · EC 1219 · RJ 650 · S 1 | Delayed 11:50 13:45Cologne Messe/Deutz | 14h21 | 4:06 Graz Don Bosco | 3 changes | |
ICE 629+ EC 1219+ RJ 650 | Delayed 11:50 13:45Cologne Messe/Deutz | 12h15 | 2:00 Graz Hbf | 2 changes | |
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A major contemporary art museum with striking architecture and changing exhibitions, ideal for visitors interested in modern visual culture.
Set in Eggenberg Palace, this museum presents archaeology and art in grand historic rooms, with broad collections and refined interiors.
An atmospheric armoury holding thousands of historic weapons and suits of armour, offering a vivid look at Graz’s military past.
Graz’s main square is lined with historic facades and lively city life, making it the natural starting point for exploring the centre.
This hilltop park and walking area offers gardens, paths, cafés and some of the best viewpoints over Graz and the red rooftops below.
A broad boulevard with shops, historic buildings and steady local life, Herrengasse is one of the city’s essential streets for a walk.
A hearty Styrian roast chicken salad with greens and pumpkin seed oil. It is a regional inn classic tied closely to Styria’s famous oil.
Bean salad dressed generously with Styrian pumpkin seed oil, often with onions. Simple, local and strongly linked to regional farm cooking.
A warm yeast bun filled with spicy minced meat, a Graz speciality sold in bakeries and snack bars. It is a well-known local street food.
A lively traditional Styrian restaurant with regional classics, pumpkin seed oil dishes and a convivial tavern atmosphere.
A popular market venue on Kaiser-Josef-Platz for fresh local produce, casual bites and authentic Graz food culture.
Refined Austrian dining in an elegant setting, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service in central Graz.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining are cheaper than Vienna or Salzburg, while public transport and coffee remain fairly priced for city breaks.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is normal. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up taxi fares; leave small change in cafés if service is good.
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Graz Hbf -> Jakominiplatz, Graz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.

Most Cologne to Graz trains use the Köln Hbf to Graz Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Graz Don Bosco. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Graz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Graz Hbf is 2 km from Graz city centre. Public transport options include:
Graz Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Don Camillo, Der Steirer
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Graz Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Graz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Graz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Graz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Graz Hbf: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Graz-Hbf, Hotel Daniel Graz, Ibis Graz.
Graz Don Bosco is 2 km from Graz city centre. Public transport options include:
Graz Don Bosco has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Graz Don Bosco.
ATMs are available at Graz Don Bosco.
Available at Graz Don Bosco: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Graz Don Bosco: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Graz Don Bosco.
Graz Ostbahnhof-Messe Bahnhof is 1 km from Graz city centre. Public transport options include:
Graz Ostbahnhof-Messe Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Graz Ostbahnhof-Messe Bahnhof.
ATMs are available at Graz Ostbahnhof-Messe Bahnhof.
Available at Graz Ostbahnhof-Messe Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Graz Ostbahnhof-Messe Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Graz Ostbahnhof-Messe Bahnhof.
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