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Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
$140
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$152
Fastest journey on Oct 20
9 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
10 h 6 m
Trains on Oct 20
8
Distance
728 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villach to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villach to Düsseldorf will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $140.
It's difficult to get from Villach to Düsseldorf without transferring at least once.
ICE 210 · ICE 710 · ICE 28 · 28528
ICE 210 · ICE 916
ICE 210 · ICE 788 · ICE 28+
RE5
IC 890 · RJX 260 · ICE 628
ICE 210 · ICE 916
ICE 210 · ICE 916
ICE 210 · ICE 916
IC 890+
RJX 260+
ICE 628
IC 890 · RJX 260 · ICE 628
IC 890+
RJX 260+
ICE 518 · ICE 2012Trains from Villach to Düsseldorf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 452 miles (728 km) distance in 8h 33m.
Distance 452 miles (728 km) |
Average train duration 9h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 33m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Villach to Düsseldorf trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 890 · RJX 260 · ICE 628 | On time 6:32 AM Villach Hbf | 10h08 | 4:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 890 · RJX 260 · ICE 518 · ICE 2012 | 6:32 AM Villach Hbf | 11h27 | 5:59 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 890+ RJX 260+ ICE 628 | On time 6:32 AM Villach Hbf | 10h08 | 4:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 890+ RJX 260+ ICE 518 · ICE 2012 | 6:32 AM Villach Hbf | 11h27 | 5:59 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 210 · ICE 916 | On time 7:28 AM Villach Hbf | 9h24 | 4:52 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 210 · ICE 710 · ICE 28 · 28528 | On time 7:28 AM Villach Hbf | 11h31 | 6:59 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 210 · ICE 788 · ICE 28+ RE5 | On time 7:28 AM Villach Hbf | 11h31 | 6:59 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 210 · ICE 916 | On time 7:28 AM Villach Hbf | 9h24 | 4:52 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Major state art collection focused on twentieth-century masters. It is a top stop for Klee, Picasso, and European modernism.
Underground exhibition building in Grabbeplatz for postwar and contemporary art. It is known for ambitious rotating international shows.
The historic old town with lanes, churches, and squares near the Rhine. It is the classic place to experience Düsseldorf’s heritage on foot.
Elegant boulevard known for luxury shopping, canal views, and city prestige. It is Düsseldorf’s signature street and a classic urban promenade.
Wide Rhine riverside walk with skyline views, steps, and event spaces. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and sunset photos.
Marinated herring fillets in a creamy sour sauce, often served with apples, onions and potatoes. A classic Rhineland tavern dish.
Slow-cooked beef roast in a dark sweet-sour gravy with raisins and beet syrup. One of the Rhineland’s most traditional celebratory dishes.
Black pudding from the Rhineland, usually pan-fried and served with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut or onions. A deeply local comfort food.
Refined fine-dining restaurant with modern French-influenced cuisine, elegant service and one of Düsseldorf’s top gastronomic reputations.
Traditional brewery restaurant famous for Füchschen Alt and robust Düsseldorf specialties in a convivial local setting.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving fresh Altbier and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively, traditional beer-hall setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey during fairs, but dining and local transit are manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
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Most Villach to Düsseldorf trains use the Villach Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Villach and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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, 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.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
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