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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 17 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 5 m
Trains on 17 Sept
16
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villach to Graz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villach to Graz will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 16 trains from Villach to Graz, including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
RJX 130
RJX 530
RJX 254
1002
1004
RJX 56
RJX 636
RJX 134
RJX 52
RJX 132Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villach to Graz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 131 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Graz take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 15m.
The journey is about 23m faster (1h 39m by train vs 2h 2m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£32 vs £36). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Villach to Graz trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1000 | 5:08 Villach Hbf | 1h06 | 6:14 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 254 | 5:30 Villach Hbf | 1h08 | 6:38 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 630 | 6:30 Villach Hbf | 1h08 | 7:38 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
1002 | 7:08 Villach Hbf | 1h06 | 8:14 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 638 | 7:33 Villach Hbf | 1h05 | 8:38 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 636 | 9:33 Villach Hbf | 1h05 | 10:38 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
1004 | 10:08 Villach Hbf | 1h06 | 11:14 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 56 | 11:33 Villach Hbf | 1h05 | 12:38 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 134 | 13:33 Villach Hbf | 1h05 | 14:38 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
1006 | 14:08 Villach Hbf | 1h06 | 15:14 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 52 | 15:33 Villach Hbf | 1h05 | 16:38 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 117 | 16:42 Villach Hbf | 1h19 | 18:01 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 132 | 17:33 Villach Hbf | 1h05 | 18:38 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
1008 | 18:08 Villach Hbf | 1h06 | 19:14 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 530 | 19:33 Villach Hbf | 1h05 | 20:38 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 130 | 20:33 Villach Hbf | 1h05 | 21:38 Graz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Villach to Graz run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:20 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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A major contemporary art museum with striking architecture and changing exhibitions, ideal for visitors interested in modern visual culture.
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villach 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 Villach to Graz trains use the Villach Hbf to Graz Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Graz, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). Use this guide to compare Villach and Graz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Villach Hbf is 1 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Charles, Villacher Brauhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Villach Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Villach Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Villach Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Villach Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel City Villach, Holiday Inn Villach, Hotel Goldenes Lamm.
Villach Warmbad is 3 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach Warmbad has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Villach Warmbad.
ATMs are available at Villach Warmbad.
Available at Villach Warmbad: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach Warmbad.
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, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) is 2 km from Graz city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Graz, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Graz, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof).
Graz Köflacher Bahnhof is 2 km from Graz city centre. Public transport options include:
Graz Köflacher Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Graz Köflacher Bahnhof.
ATMs are available at Graz Köflacher Bahnhof.
Available at Graz Köflacher Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Graz Köflacher Bahnhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Graz Köflacher Bahnhof.
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