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Museum der Stadt Villach
Villach's main municipal museum presents regional history, art, and everyday culture in a centrally located historic building.
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
6 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Villach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Villach without transferring at least once.



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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Villach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $176.
Distance: 251 miles (405 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$95 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $336 Average price | $132 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Villach:
A bus is $35 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Villach costing on average $95 (€78).
A bus is $276 (€227) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Villach costing on average $336 (€276).
Other travel options to Villach take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 26m.
Bus takes on average 9h 10m.
Tickets start at around $95 (€78) compared to roughly $132 (€108) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $37 (€30). The journey takes 7h 26m versus 5h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Villach trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:55 AM Budapest | 6h26 | 1:21 PM Villach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:58 AM Budapest | 6h26 | 2:24 PM Villach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:55 AM Budapest | 6h29 | 4:24 PM Villach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:55 AM Budapest | 6h59 | 5:54 PM Villach | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Budapest | 6h29 | 6:24 PM Villach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:58 AM Budapest | 6h29 | 6:27 PM Villach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:55 PM Budapest | 6h59 | 7:54 PM Villach | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:55 PM Budapest | 6h29 | 8:24 PM Villach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:58 PM Budapest | 6h26 | 9:24 PM Villach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:55 PM Budapest | 6h29 | 10:24 PM Villach | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:17 PM Budapest | 8h10 | 1:27 AM Villach | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Budapest to Villach run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€46) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (405 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 251 miles (405 km) |
Average train duration 7h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€46) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 50m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of Villach — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Villach trip today.
Villach's main municipal museum presents regional history, art, and everyday culture in a centrally located historic building.
Contemporary art gallery with rotating exhibitions in a notable modern venue, ideal for visitors interested in Carinthian art.
A broad open-air museum of rural buildings and crafts in nearby Maria Saal, rewarding for a deeper Carinthian heritage day trip.
Villach's main square is the heart of the old town, lined with colorful historic facades, shops, and frequent city events.
Historic old-town district with arcades, pastel houses, and pedestrian streets; the essential area for first-time visitors.
Nature park on Villach's local mountain with walking trails, viewpoints, and broad panoramas over Carinthian lakes and valleys.
Carinthia’s signature filled pasta with potato, quark, mint, and chervil. A protected regional specialty long tied to local home cooking and festive tables.
A hearty Carinthian noodle dish where pasta pockets are tossed with butter and often served with salads or simple sides. Common in local inns and family kitchens.
Creamy cooked cheese from the Alps, usually served with bread, potatoes, and onions. It reflects Carinthia’s mountain dairy tradition and rustic tavern fare.
Established hotel restaurant with refined Austrian cuisine, quality ingredients, and a polished dining room suited to a special meal.
Traditional Carinthian inn near the old town, known for regional classics, seasonal dishes, and a warm historic atmosphere.
Well-known casual spot for Carinthian and Austrian dishes, generous portions, and a relaxed local feel in central Villach.
Moderate for Austria. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Vienna or Salzburg, while local transit and cafes are fairly priced for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Add 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Villach Hbf -> Villach Hauptplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Villach 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 Villach, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Villach trains use the Budapest Keleti to Villach Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). Use this guide to compare Budapest and Villach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Villach Hbf is 1 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Charles, Villacher Brauhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Villach Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Villach Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Villach Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Villach Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel City Villach, Holiday Inn Villach, Hotel Goldenes Lamm.
Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) is 1 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) 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 options include: Restaurant Charles, Villacher Brauhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof).
Nearby hotels include Hotel City Villach, Hotel Goldenes Lamm, Romantik Hotel Post.
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