Search Flights from Birmingham to Graz

The city of Birmingham is located in West Midlands, England, at the basin of the Severn and Trent rivers. It is the one of the biggest cities in the country and the second most populated city in the country, after London. Those who want to travel to Birmingham fly into Birmingham Airport. The city contains five main areas that are intertwined. The first zone covers the area known as New Street, which is the innermost part of the city and considered the city center.

When it comes to urban transportation most of the city is accessible by bicycle or on foot. Network West Midlands is the executive body responsible for the public transportation network in the city. This institution encourages citizens and visitors to use bicycles to get around in the city. Buses provide transportation to most parts of Birmingham as well. Many of these bus lines are run by National Express West Midlands. There are also Diamond Buses that operate throughout the city. If you are planning on riding multiple buses throughout the day we would recommend buying a day ticket, also referred to as a daysaver, because it is more economical than buying a single trip ticket.

Single fare or daysaver tickets for National Express West Midlands buses can be purchased on board from the driver but you must have the exact fare, the driver cannot give you change. Therefore we recommend that you have the exact fare ready before getting on the bus. You can also purchase different ticket options with longer validity from the Pavilion Shopping Centre, which is located in close proximity to the Moor Street Station.

There are many public transportation alternatives in the city that provide transportation to the airport. Most of these options provide transportation to the airport from the city center or from the main train station. Birmingham Airport is located about 10 km from the city center.

Train

The airport is accessible by train via the Birmingham International Station. The Air-Rail Link connects the Birmingham International Station with Birmingham Airport. The train from New Street Station to Birmingham International Station can take between 10 and 20 minutes. Trains on this route run every 5 to 10 minutes. These trains operate from 6:15 am to 11:15 pm. Trains are usually more expensive when compared to buses. The rail service is provided by London Midland and it has an extensive network throughout Birmingham. You can find maps detailing the train routes in tourist information offices located in various parts of the city.

The fare for the train can vary depending on the region you will be traveling to. There are 3 main train stations in Birmingham. New Street Station is considered the main station and is located in the city center. There are four different train lines that run throughout the city. The yellow line runs between Wolverhampton and Northampton, the green line runs between Hereford, Stratford-upon-Avon and Leamington Spa, the red line runs between Redditch and Lichfield Trent Valley, and the blue line runs between Rugeley Trent Valley and Walsall.

There are also longer lines that provide transportation to neighboring cities. The majority of the train lines intersect at certain points so passengers can easily transfer between lines. The Air-Rail Link is a people mover that provides transportation between Birmingham International Station and Birmingham Airport.

The Air-Rail Link operates from 5:15 am to 2 am and runs every 2 minutes. The Air-Rail Link takes no more than 2 minutes to get to the airport. 

Bus

One of the buses that operates between the city center and the airport is bus number 900. This bus runs every 15 minutes during the day and every 30 minutes at night and on Sundays. Another bus that provides transportation between the city center and the airport is bus number 97. This bus departs from the same location as bus number 900 but it goes along a longer route.

One advantage that bus number 97 has is that it operates 24 hours a day. Bus 97 runs every hour on the hour. Bus number 966 provides transportation to the airport from Solihull and Erdington. This bus runs every 30 minutes during the day and every hour, on the hour, at nights and on Sundays.

There is no central bus station in the city, instead buses depart from various parts of the city. The majority of the buses pass through Bull Street, Colmore Row, Moor Street, and Priory Queensway. Buses generally operate from 5 am to midnight.

There are two routes that buses follow, the Inner Circle, which runs through the city center and the Outer Circle, which avoids entering the city center and runs along the outskirts of the city center.    

There are also bus services that provide transportation between the suburbs, hospitals, and shopping centers. However these services run less frequently at night and on Sundays.

There are also coach services that operate throughout the city and to the airport. These services depart from Birmingham’s Digbeth Coach Station and the fare is approximately the same as city buses. These coach services also operate at night.

Tram

The tram line in the city is known as the Midland Metro. So the word ‘metro’ is used to describe the light rail/tram line in Birmingham. However, the airport is not accessible by tram.

There is only one tram line that operates throughout the city. This line operates between Snow Hill Station, Wolverhampton, Jewellery Quarter, West Bornwich, Wednesbury and Bilston. The tram operates from 6:30 am to 11:30 pm on weekdays and on Saturdays. On Sundays the tram operates from 8 am to 11 pm.

Taxi

There are many taxi stops located throughout the city but the easiest place to find a cab is in the city center. However keep in mind that it can be hard to find an empty taxi during peak hours or on Saturdays. Taxi fares in Birmingham are quite high.

Ferry

Ferry boats in the Gas Street Basin offer public transportation services and sightseeing tours for tourists. However the airport is not accessible by ferry.

Rental Car

There are various rental car offices located throughout the city and Birmingham Airport works with seven different international car rental companies. Alternatively, you can book your vehicle in advance before your flight by making a reservation with one of these companies online.

Airport Information

Birmingham Airport has a passenger terminal that contains various services you can enjoy while waiting for your flight. Passengers can go shopping at well-known stores such as Accessorize, Hugo Boss, Victoria’s Secret, and JD Sports or buy luxurious products at affordable prices at the World Duty Free shop.

Cafes and restaurants located in the terminal include Deli Hub, which offers delicious dishes from Indian cuisine, Frankie & Benny’s, where you can enjoy classic American dishes, Pret a Manger, where you can find homemade, natural meals, Giraffe, which serves a variety of international cuisine, and Wetherspoon, which reflects traditional British culture.

There is a Burger King for those who prefer fast food, those who want luxurious restaurants and bars can head to All Bar One or Blanc et Noir, and those who want to spend time at a café can go to Caffé Nero and Costa. 

Graz, the European Capital of Culture in 2003, is the capital of the Austrian province of Steiermark. Due to its proximity to many major cities, Graz is considered a transfer point. The student population is also very high due to the fact that there are many universities in the city which has the only jazz school of Europe. Cultural events are organized in the city, which embraces every branch of art.

You can see the traces of history untouched everywhere in the city, which has managed to enter UNESCO's list of world heritages. The city center is extremely convenient for walking and has safe pedestrian paths. Trams and buses are being used as a means of public transport in Graz. As you can get single tickets, if you use the public transport several times during the day, you can also choose the day tickets that will be more suitable. The single ticket is 2.20 Euros and the daily ticket is 4.70 Euros. There are weekly and monthly ticket alternatives for those who are planning to stay longer in the city.

You can easily get your ticket from the machines at the tram stops. You should remember that you have to validate your ticket via the machines that are in the vehicle and that it is forbidden to talk on the tram with your mobile phone. One of the most enjoyable ways to explore the city center of Graz is to ride a bike. You can easily rent bicycles in the city center and travel around the city which has a bicycle path of 106 kilometers. You can travel safely thanks to these long bicycle paths. The bike route along the Mur River is the most popular one with its beautiful view.

It is very easy to get from Graz to the surrounding cities and countries, as it is also easy to reach Graz with air and railways, as well as with buses or cars. You can easily reach Slovenia and Maribor via the A9 road. The city is very close to Hungary. You can make a comfortable journey to discover nearby countries, especially by taking the train journey and buying your ticket on the internet in advance. You can reach Vienna in an average of 2.5 hours by buses paying 22 Euros and by trains paying 38 Euros. Graz International Airport is located 10 kilometers from the city center of.

If you prefer public transportation, you can go to the city center by bus and train. If you want more comfortable and private transportation, you can use airport shuttle services or you can also choose to take a taxi. Car rental is an important alternative, especially if you want to add different cities to your trip.

Bus

You can easily reach the city center with the municipal buses, which can be found at the bus stops next to the exit gate of the arrival terminal. One way ticket price is 2.20 Euros.

Train

Flughafen Graz-Feldkirchen train station is located about 10 minutes' walk away from the exit of the arrival terminal. Traveling to the city center takes only 12 minutes.

Hotel Shuttle

For passengers who do not want to use public transport or who do not want to describe the hotel to the taxi driver, airport shuttles provided by many hotels stand out as the most practical and convenient means of transportation. Especially if you are traveling in groups, you will be able to benefit from this service by booking in advance with your hotel, as you will receive a suitable fare.

Taxi

You can reach the city center from the airport by taxi for an average of 20 Euros. Taxi stops are located just in front of the terminal exit door. There are official sealed taximeters on each taxi and you are charged according to the time spent in the traffic and distance.

Car Rental

The airport hosts the offices of five different car rental companies. If you are planning to travel to different cities and countries throughout your trip, car rental is a very comfortable choice. In order to rent a car, you must have an international driver's license. The city center is very convenient for walking and it has a very developed and comfortable public transport system, thus renting a car is not suggested for those who are going to stay only in Graz.

Airport Shuttle

The airport has shuttle services operated by two different private companies that work 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can reach the city center by bus, taxi or limousine according to your preference and budget by using airport shuttle services. You must book in advance to take advantage of this service. Hotels are helping their guests with booking procedures. The cost is 38 Euros, on average, per person for one way.