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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 on Sep 07
$31
Average ticket price on Sep 07
$125
Fastest journey on Sep 07
4 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
5 h 11 m
Trains on Sep 07
52
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Villach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Villach will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
It's difficult to get from Venice to Villach without transferring at least once.
IC 164+
BusSV670
IC 164+
BusSV670
IC 170+
BusSV670
IC 170+
BusSV670
NJ 40236+
IC 897
IC 170+
BusSV670
IC 170+
BusSV670
IC 164+
BusSV670
IC 164+
BusSV670
Regionale 16306+
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+
RJ 88+
S 6Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Villach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, while a flight costs an average of $597.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$38 Average price Cheapest | $241 Average price | $597 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Venice to Villach:
A train is $204 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice to Villach costing on average $241.
A train is $559 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Villach costing on average $597.
Other travel options to Villach take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 29m.
Train takes on average 5h 52m.
Tickets start at around $38 compared to roughly $53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16. The journey takes 5h 52m versus 2h 35m 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 | Nightjet.
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 Venice to Villach trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17176+ RJ 88+ S 6 · S 2 | 5:04 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 11h18 | 4:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 17176+ RJ 86+ S 6 · S 2 | 5:04 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 13h18 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ S 2 · S 6+ RJ 88 | 5:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h43 | 4:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ S 2+ RJ 86+ S 6 | 5:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 12h43 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 17162+ RJ 88+ S 6 · S 2 | 6:04 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h18 | 4:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3478+ RJ 88+ S 6 · S 2 | 6:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h12 | 4:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3478+ RJ 86+ S 2 · S 6 | 6:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 12h12 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ S 2+ RJ 86+ S 6 | 6:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 12h04 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ S 2 · S 6+ RJ 88 | 6:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h04 | 4:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 17164+ S 6+ RJ 88+ S 2 | 6:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h48 | 4:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 17164+ S 2 · S 6+ RJ 86 | 6:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 11h48 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 · Regionale 17164+ S 6+ RJ 88 | 6:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h42 | 4:22 PM Villach Hbf | 4 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9706+ RJ 86+ S 2 · S 6 | 6:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 11h34 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9706+ RJ 88+ S 6 · S 2 | 6:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h34 | 4:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 17166+ RJ 80+ EN 40465 | 7:04 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 22h47 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3452+ S 2+ RJ 88+ S 6 | 7:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h12 | 4:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3452+ S 6+ RJ 86+ S 2 | 7:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 11h12 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ RJ 86+ S 6 · S 2 | 7:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 11h04 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ S 6+ RJ 88+ S 2 | 7:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h04 | 4:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16306+ FRECCIAROSSA 9712+ RJ 88+ S 2 | 7:27 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h55 | 4:22 PM Villach Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3965+ FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ RJ 86+ S 6 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h42 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3965+ FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ EN 40465+ RJ 80 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 22h11 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 17250+ RJ 80+ EN 40465 | 8:04 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 21h47 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3486+ S 6+ RJ 86+ S 2 | 8:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h12 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3486+ RJ 80+ EN 40465 | 8:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 21h41 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ S 2+ RJ 86+ S 6 | 8:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h04 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ RJ 80+ EN 40465 | 8:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 21h33 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 164+ BusSV670 | 8:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h29 | 12:55 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
IC 164+ BusSV670 | 8:38 AM Venice Mestre | 4h17 | 12:55 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ S 6+ RJ 86 | 8:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h42 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ EN 40465+ RJ 80 | 8:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 21h11 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3428+ S 2 · S 6+ RJ 86 | 9:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h12 | 6:22 PM Villach Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3428+ EN 40465+ RJ 80 | 9:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 20h41 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3632+ RJ 80+ EN 40465 | 10:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 19h41 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ RJ 80+ EN 40465 | 10:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 19h03 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17190+ RJ 80+ EN 40465 | 11:04 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 18h47 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3488+ EN 40465+ RJ 80 | 11:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 18h41 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ RJ 80+ EN 40465 | 11:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 18h03 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17196+ EN 40465+ RJ 80 | 12:04 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 17h47 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3490+ RJ 80+ EN 40465 | 12:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 17h41 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ EN 40465+ RJ 80 | 12:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 17h03 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17266+ EN 40465+ RJ 80 | 1:04 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 16h47 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3492+ EN 40465+ RJ 80 | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 16h41 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ RJ 80+ EN 40465 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 16h03 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17202+ EN 40465+ RJ 80 | 2:04 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 15h47 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3496+ EN 40465+ RJ 80 | 2:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 15h41 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ RJ 80+ EN 40465 | 2:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 15h03 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3498+ EN 40465+ RJ 80 | 3:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 14h41 | 5:51 AM Villach Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 170+ BusSV670 | 4:06 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h14 | 8:20 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
IC 170+ BusSV670 | 4:18 PM Venice Mestre | 4h02 | 8:20 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
NJ 40236+ IC 897 | 6:35 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 12h53 | 7:28 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
NJ 40236+ IC 897 | 6:47 PM Venice Mestre | 12h41 | 7:28 AM Villach Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Venice to Villach run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average train duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 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 Venice 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 Venice to Villach trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Villach Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). Use this guide to compare Venice and Villach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
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 Westbahnhof is 1 km from Villach city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Villach Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Villach Westbahnhof.
ATMs are available at Villach Westbahnhof.
Available at Villach Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Villach Westbahnhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach Westbahnhof.
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