- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Major state gallery with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$169
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villach to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villach to Bologna will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 3 trains that leave Villach for Bologna on Wed, Jun 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 5 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 37 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 6 h 59 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villach to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $167.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$111 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $358 Average price | $129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 29m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Villach to Bologna:
A bus is $68 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villach to Bologna costing on average $111 (€90).
A bus is $314 (€254) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Villach to Bologna costing on average $358 (€289).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 10m.
Flight takes on average 8h 29m.
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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 Villach to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:01 AM Villach | 4h37 | 5:38 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Villach to Bologna run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:01, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€63) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 1:01 AM |
Last train 10:54 PM |
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Major state gallery with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Bologna's leading modern and contemporary art museum, known for rotating exhibitions and the Morandi collection.
Important archaeological museum with Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a historic palazzo near Piazza Maggiore.
Bologna's main square and social heart, surrounded by major civic buildings and a natural starting point for exploring the historic center.
Historic central district of narrow lanes behind Piazza Maggiore, popular for its atmosphere, old shops, and lively street scenes.
Famous porticoed route climbing from the city to San Luca, ideal for a memorable walk and one of Bologna's defining urban experiences.
Fresh egg tagliatelle served with Bologna’s classic slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s signature dishes and a benchmark of traditional home cooking.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with meat, traditionally served in rich capon or beef broth. It is a festive Bolognese specialty closely tied to local culinary identity.
Layered pasta baked with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, often made with green spinach pasta sheets. It is a classic Sunday and holiday dish in Bologna.
Respected modern trattoria focused on high-quality regional ingredients, excellent pasta, and carefully prepared traditional Emilian dishes.
Well-known pasta shop and eatery specializing in fresh handmade stuffed pasta and traditional sauces, ideal for an informal authentic meal.
Historic Bolognese trattoria known for handmade pasta, tortellini, and other classic local dishes in a warm, traditional setting.
Moderate for Italy: budget eats are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis can be rounded up.
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