The cheapest and fastest trains from Villach to Salzburg
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
15€
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
26€
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
2 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
2 h 23 m
Trains on 28 Sept
14
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villach to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villach to Salzburg will cost around 26€ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 15€.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 14 trains from Villach to Salzburg, including 14 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.
RJ 6569:28 PM2h38Villach Hbf12:06 AMSalzburg Hbf15 €1One-way0 changes
RJ 6587:28 PM2h25Villach Hbf9:53 PMSalzburg Hbf20 €1One-way0 changes
IC 7904:32 PM2h24Villach Hbf6:56 PMSalzburg Hbf20 €1One-way0 changes
IC 8986:32 PM2h21Villach Hbf8:53 PMSalzburg Hbf20 €1One-way0 changes
IC 7922:30 PM2h26Villach Hbf4:56 PMSalzburg Hbf20 €1One-way0 changes
IC 8986:32 PM2h21Villach Hbf8:53 PMSalzburg Hbf20 €1One-way0 changes
IC 79610:32 AM2h24Villach Hbf12:56 PMSalzburg Hbf30 €1One-way0 changes
IC 7988:32 AM2h24Villach Hbf10:56 AMSalzburg Hbf25 €1One-way0 changes
IC 79412:32 PM2h24Villach Hbf2:56 PMSalzburg Hbf25 €1One-way0 changes
IC 7904:32 PM2h24Villach Hbf6:56 PMSalzburg Hbf20 €1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Villach to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Villach to Salzburg trains for today, Sunday, 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 896 | 8:32 PM Villach Hbf | 2h26 | 10:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 656 | 9:28 PM Villach Hbf | 2h38 | 12:06 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday, 28 September | |||||
IC 798 | 8:32 AM Villach Hbf | 2h24 | 10:56 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 118 | 9:28 AM Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 11:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 796 | 10:32 AM Villach Hbf | 2h24 | 12:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 116 | 11:28 AM Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 794 | 12:32 PM Villach Hbf | 2h24 | 2:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 114 | 1:28 PM Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 3:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 792 | 2:30 PM Villach Hbf | 2h26 | 4:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 112 | 3:28 PM Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 5:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 790 | 4:32 PM Villach Hbf | 2h24 | 6:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 110 | 5:28 PM Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 7:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 898 | 6:32 PM Villach Hbf | 2h21 | 8:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 658 | 7:28 PM Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 9:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Villach to Salzburg
Trains from Villach to Salzburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 10€ if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price 10€ |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Villach to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villach to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Villach and Salzburg
Most Villach to Salzburg trains use the Villach Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Villach and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Villach station do trains to Salzburg leave from?
Getting to Villach Hbf from Villach city centre
Villach Hbf is 1 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Charles, Villacher Brauhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Villach Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Villach Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Villach Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Villach Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel City Villach, Holiday Inn Villach, Hotel Goldenes Lamm.
Getting to Villach Westbahnhof from Villach city centre
Villach Westbahnhof is 1 km from Villach city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Villach Westbahnhof train station facilities and services
Villach Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Villach Westbahnhof.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Villach Westbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Villach Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Villach Westbahnhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach Westbahnhof.
Which Salzburg station do trains from Villach arrive at?
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
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