Graz Hbf train station is the main railway station in Graz, the capital of the Austrian federal state Styria. It serves S-Bahn, regional, long-distance and international trains. Most famous is the Transalpine train from Graz to Zurich, Switzerland. The station is owned by Austrian Federal Railways and operated by ÖBB Infra.
The first railway station in Graz was opened in 1847. Railway in Austria grew rapidly and the station building was too small. Due to an increase in passenger numbers a larger station was constructed on the same site in 1871-1876. In 1945 the station was completely destroyed during air raids. The current station building was completed in 1956. It was built in the typical style of the 1950s. In 2001 the station was renovated.
Graz Hbf train station is located approximately 2 kilometers from the city centre and main tourist attractions. You can take a walk or ride by tram no 1,4,5,7. Schloss Eggenberg lies 2,5 km from the station on the other side of the city.
There are many hotels and shops close to the station.
Graz Hbf train station is connected with Graz Airport by S-Bahn line S5. Flughhafen Graz-Feldkirchen train station is situated 300 meters from the terminal.
The station has 5 platforms and 9 tracks. Platforms are covered. The station is fully accessible to people with limited mobility.
Graz Hbf train station – facilities
– waiting room
– ticket offices
– ÖBB Reisebüro
– ÖBB Lounge
– ticket vending machines
– city transport vending machines
– luggage lockers
– toilets
– electronic displays
– food and drink vending machines
– many shops, bistros and restaurants
– parking for bicycle
– parking lot
– taxi rank
Address: Europaplatz 4, 8020, Graz
Graz Hbf train station – useful websites
Austrian Federal Railways – official website, journey planner and online shop
Austrian Federal Railways – station map
Graz Holding – public transport in Graz
Train travel in Austria – a comprehensive guide
Trains between Austria and Germany – a comprehensive guide
Trains between Austria and the Czech Republic – a comprehensive guide
Trains between Austria and Switzerland – a comprehensive guide
Graz – tourist attractions
Graz is the capital of the Styria region and Austria’s second-largest city, The city’s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a labyrinth of narrow streets, Renaissance courtyards, and baroque facades. The Hauptplatz, the main square, dominated by the grand Graz Town Hall. Nearby, you can visit the Gothic-style Graz Cathedral and the adjacent Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II. One of Graz’s most iconic features is the Schlossberg, a hill rising 123 meters above the city. The Schlossberg is home to the Uhrturm (Clock Tower), the city’s symbol, which offers panoramic views of Graz’s red-tiled rooftops and beyond. Visitors can reach the top by funicular, elevator, or a picturesque set of stairs.
Surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards, Graz also serves as a gateway to outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and wine tasting in the scenic Styrian countryside.
Graz is a very good destination for one-day on weekend trip for many Austrian, Slovenian and Hungarian cities or even from the Czech Republic or Slovakia. 24-hour tickets for city public transport are available.
Tourist attractions in Graz
– Castle Hill (Schlossberg) with Clock Tower
– Graz Cathedral
– Catherine Church
– Main Square
– University of Graz
– Eggenberg Palace
– Mariatrost Basilica
– Jesus’s Heart Church
– Graz Museum of Contemporary Art (Kunsthaus)
– Armoury
– Landhaus
– Opera House
– Folk Musem
– FRida & freD Museum for children
– Graz Museum
– New Gallery
