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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
$12
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Villach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Villach will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 15 trains that leave Salzburg for Villach on Wed, Jul 22, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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.
IC 891
IC 799
IC 795
REX 1825+
IR 718
EC 213
IC 791
IC 797
IC 899
IC 891
IC 799Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Villach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $39.
Distance: 90 miles (146 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg to Villach:
A train is $34 (€28) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Salzburg to Villach costing on average $56 (€46).
Other travel options to Villach take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 36m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $68 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $46 (€38). The journey takes 2h 39m versus 2h 2m 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.
Direct services run with ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight, ÖBB, ÖBB.
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 Salzburg to Villach trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 211 | 6:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h27 | 8:34 PM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 891 | 7:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h21 | 9:28 PM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 213 | 8:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 10:32 PM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 295 | 10:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h21 | 12:23 AM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 215 | 10:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 12:37 AM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 659 | 6:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 8:32 AM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 899 | 7:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h21 | 9:28 AM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 551 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 10:32 AM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 791 | 9:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h21 | 11:28 AM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 718+ REX 1825 | 9:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h49 | 12:00 PM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 115 | 12:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 2:32 PM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 795 | 1:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h21 | 3:28 PM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 117 | 2:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 4:32 PM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 797 | 3:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h21 | 5:28 PM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 119 | 4:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 6:32 PM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 799 | 5:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h21 | 7:28 PM Villach Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Villach run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (146 km) distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 90 miles (146 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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Best time to book 91 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Villach trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Villach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) 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 options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg Parsch is 2 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Parsch has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Parsch.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Parsch.
Available at Salzburg Parsch: Parking, WC.
Available at Salzburg Parsch: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Parsch.
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.
Villach Warmbad is 3 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach Warmbad has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Villach Warmbad.
ATMs are available at Villach Warmbad.
Available at Villach Warmbad: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach Warmbad.
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