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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
$54
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz to Villach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Villach will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Linz to Villach without transferring at least once.
900+
IR 718+
REX 1825
960+
IR 718+
REX 1825
IC 848+
IR 718+
REX 1825
998+
RJ 659
IC 540 · IC 791
RJX19960+
IC 791
RJX19938+
RJ 551
IC 540 · IC 791
IC 848+
RJ 551
960+
IC 791Trains from Linz to Villach run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Villach trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
998+ IC 791 | 1:26 AM Linz Hbf | 10h02 | 11:28 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
998+ IC 899 | 1:26 AM Linz Hbf | 8h02 | 9:28 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
998+ RJ 659 | 1:26 AM Linz Hbf | 7h06 | 8:32 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 807 · RJX 131 | 6:04 AM Linz Hbf | 4h23 | 10:27 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 848+ RJ 551 | 6:30 AM Linz Hbf | 4h02 | 10:32 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 848 · IC 791 | 6:30 AM Linz Hbf | 4h58 | 11:28 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 848+ IR 718+ REX 1825 | 6:30 AM Linz Hbf | 5h30 | 12:00 PM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19938+ IC 791 | 6:45 AM Linz Hbf | 4h43 | 11:28 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 551+ RJX19938 | 6:45 AM Linz Hbf | 3h47 | 10:32 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
900+ IC 791 | 6:56 AM Linz Hbf | 4h32 | 11:28 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
900+ REX 1825+ IR 718 | 6:56 AM Linz Hbf | 5h04 | 12:00 PM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 407 · IC 791 | 7:15 AM Linz Hbf | 4h13 | 11:28 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
960+ IC 791 | 7:26 AM Linz Hbf | 4h02 | 11:28 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
960+ IR 718+ REX 1825 | 7:26 AM Linz Hbf | 4h34 | 12:00 PM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 540 · IC 791 | 7:30 AM Linz Hbf | 3h58 | 11:28 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 791+ RJX19960 | 7:45 AM Linz Hbf | 3h43 | 11:28 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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 Linz 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 Linz to Villach trains use the Linz Hbf to Villach Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Linz and Villach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Linz Hbf is 1 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
Linz 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Josef Linz, Das Anton
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linz Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linz Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schillerpark, Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark, Park Inn by Radisson Linz.
Linz/Donau Franckstraße Bahnhof is 3 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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