Travel and recommended hotels in Graz

To ensure that nothing stands in the way of a relaxed journey to Graz, you will find the most important information on customs under the following link: www.austria.info.at. As hotels, we can recommend the Ibis Hotel Graz and Motel One Graz. They are offering special rates for overnight stays during the event. For more detailed information about the two hotels, scroll down further. But of course, Graz also has Airbnb's and other hotels to offer.

Graz is well connected to the Austrian railway network, and many direct train connections arrive at Graz Hauptbahnhof, the main railway station of the city. For more Information click the following Link: https://shop.oebbtickets.at/en/ticket

From Vienna → Graz: Direct trains run frequently and take about 2.5 hours.

From Salzburg → Graz: Direct connections are available with a travel time of approximately 4 hours.

From Innsbruck → Graz: Trains usually require one transfer, and the journey takes around 6–7 hours.

From Linz → Graz: Direct train connections are available and take about 3 hours.

From Klagenfurt → Graz: Direct trains run regularly and the trip takes about 40 minutes.

After arriving at Graz Hauptbahnhof, you can easily reach TU Graz by public transport: Take tram line 6 (St. Peter) to Neue Technik.

Long-distance buses from across Austria arrive at Graz Hauptbahnhof, the central transport hub of the city. From there, TU Graz can be reached easily by public transport. If you want to buy tickets or find out exact departure times, follow this link: https://www.flixbus.at

From Vienna → Graz: Several daily bus connections run between Vienna and Graz. The journey takes approximately 2–2.5 hours. The Flixbus runs from Vienna Erdberg Bus Station or Vienna Central Station Bus Terminal up to Graz Girardigasse

From Salzburg → Graz: Direct buses operate regularly and the trip takes about 4 hours. The Flixbus runs from Salzburg P+R Süd Bus Terminal up to Graz Girardigasse

From Innsbruck → Graz: Long-distance buses usually require one transfer, with a total travel time of about 6–7 hours. The Flixbus runs from Innsbruck Bus Terminal Südbahnstraße up to Graz Girardigasse

From Linz → Graz: Direct connections are available and take around 3–3.5 hours.

From Klagenfurt → Graz: The journey takes about 2–2.5 hours.

Walk from Giradigasse to Jakominiplatz and take tram 6 (towards St. Peter) to Neue Technik, or walk for 11 minutes. Click on the link below to find the route description. Click here.

If you have a physical disability and need assistance, please let us know if you require any information or support in this regard. Simply write to our Accessible Studying Team (barrierefrei-studieren@tugraz.at) or contact someone from our committee directly.

The design economy hotel ibis Styles Graz Messe combines affordable accommodation with a creative concept. Inspired by the theme “One Day in Austria,” the interior design reflects different aspects of Austrian culture, including the rustic atmosphere of a Tyrolean mountain lodge, the gemütliche charm of a Styrian Buschenschank, and the elegance of a traditional Viennese coffee house. Thanks to its central location, it also serves as an ideal starting point for discovering Graz, known as Austria’s culinary capital. When making your reservation, please indicate “Junganalytikerforum 2026” as the reason for your stay and book via the email address: HB9U3-RE@accor.com. The special price is valid for bookings made by April 22, 2026. Click here for the homepage link.

The design hotel Motel One Graz is located directly at Jakominiplatz in the heart of the city and offers modern, stylish accommodation at an affordable price. The hotel features around 160 rooms and combines contemporary design with a comfortable atmosphere, making it suitable for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel is also conveniently located for reaching the conference venue at TU Graz – Campus Neue Technik. The distance is approximately a 15-minute walk. Alternatively, the venue can be reached quickly by public transport: from Jakominiplatz via tram 6 (direction St. Peter) to the university area (Neue Technik), with a travel time of only a few minutes.  Please make your reservation via email at res.graz@motel-one.com and indicate “Junganalytikerforum 2026” as the occasion. The special price is available for reservations made before April 29, 2026. Click here to go directly to the homepage.