Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$70

Average price

$70

Fastest journey

12 h 53 m

Average duration

12 h 53 m

Trains per day

Distance

697 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Villach Hbf on Sun, Jul 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 697 km distance in an average of 12 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 53 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 12 h 53 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.

08:53AM12h53

Cologne Hbf

09:46PMVillach Hbf

$701One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf

Germany

Austria

Trains from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€50) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $60 (€48)

Distance

432 miles (696 km)

Average train duration

9h 57m

Cheapest ticket price

$63 (€50)

Trains per day

Fastest train

9h 38m

First train

06:31

Last train

08:20

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $60 (€48)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE and ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf trains

Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE and ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you to Villach Hbf from Cologne Hbf from $47 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 10 h 26 min
Cheapest Price: $47

The ÖBB ICE is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, offering fast and comfortable journeys between major cities. The ICE trains are modern and well-equipped, with comfortable seating, air-conditioning, and power sockets. There are three types of ICE trains: ICE T, ICE S, and ICE Sprinter. The ICE T is the fastest, with speeds of up to 230 km/h, while the ICE S and ICE Sprinter offer slightly slower speeds. The ÖBB ICE offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include a restaurant car, free Wi-Fi, and a range of entertainment options. The most popular routes for the ÖBB ICE include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz.

Train information from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf with ÖBB | ICE:

Average Duration: 9 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: $96

The ÖBB Euro City is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, connecting major cities across the country. The Euro City trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioned coaches and plenty of legroom. There are two types of Euro City trains: the EC (Euro City) and the IC (InterCity). The EC trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while the IC trains are slightly slower, with speeds of up to 160 km/h. The ÖBB Euro City offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes for the ÖBB Euro City include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz.

ÖBB Intercity is a domestic high-speed rail service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) in Austria. They are addition to the Eurocity and the Railjet for long-distance travels and also include first class cars, the trains are air-conditioned, hve power sockets a minibar service and are comfortable. ÖBB Intercity trains mostly run on the inner alpine lines to cities like Graz, Linz and Salzburg and Inssbruck.

FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf

FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf.

Cheap train tickets from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf can start from as little as $50 (€40) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf is $104 (€83); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Villach Hbf from Cologne Hbf is on average 9 h 13 min for the 432 mile (696 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Villach Hbf from Cologne Hbf by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf leaves at 7: 31 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf leaves at 8: 47 PM.

Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Villach Hbf. Take the fast train with ÖBB | ICE from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf.

Take the Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or ÖBB | InterCity. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip between Cologne Hbf and Villach Hbf as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 47 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf by train is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf including taking a bus, train or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Villach Hbf

Cologne

Villach

The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Villach.

Köln Hbf