Bus & Bim in Graz

Graz is renowned for its trams, affectionately called Bim due to the ringing of their warning bells. Here's some useful information for your arrival and navigating public transport in Graz.

Public Transport

The public transport company in Graz is called Holding Graz. There are trams and busses. Graz is in zone 101. Every ticket for this zone is valid for all modes of public transport: tram and bus lines with single and two-digit line number, the Schlossberg funicular (great views of the city), regional buses with three-digit line number and all trains. The validity of regular hourly, 24-hour, and weekly tickets extends to Graz-Thalerhof Airport.

For detailed schedules and routes of buses and trams, look no further than the GrazMobil app. This user-friendly app provides all the information you need for planning your journey. Additionally, you can purchase tickets directly through the app. The app is available in German and English.

Download the GrazMobil app for iOS and Android using the following links:
iOS
Android

Ticket Purchase

Standard tickets

Hourly ticket: A single ticket costs €3.20 and is valid for one hour, including changing and even return.
24-hour ticket: A day ticket costs €7 and is valid for 24 hours.
7-day ticket: A ticket for a week costs €20.90 and is the cheapest ticket if you are planning to use public transportation more than twice a day on at least three days.

Where to buy tickets

Tickets can be bought via the GrazMobil app, on all trams and busses as well as at stationary ticket vending machines. Please note: Only cashless payment is possible on busses. On trams and at stationary ticket vending machines it is also possible to pay with cash. Alternatively, you can buy tickets in around 100 tobacconists all over Graz. Here you can find out where the nearest tobacconist is.

More information and a detailed overview of stationary ticket vending machines can be found on the Graz Holding website (link).

Good to know

Be aware that some tickets purchased outside the GrazMobil app may require validation before boarding. Make sure to validate your ticket properly to avoid any potential penalties.

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Altstadtbim – Old Town Tram

A tram ride within the historic center of Graz is complimentary if the journey spans between Hauptplatz and Jakominiplatz, including one additional stop in both directions. For instance, if you travel from Jakominiplatz to Schlossbergplatz or Kunsthaus, your tram ride is free.

This free travel offer is available throughout the week. It's important to note that this promotion is exclusive to trams.

For further information: Graz Old town Tram