The cheapest and fastest trains from Villach to Salzburg
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villach to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villach to Salzburg will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 5 trains that leave Villach for Salzburg on Thu, Dec 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 6 h 29 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Villach to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villach to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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 €10, and a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 90 miles (146 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Villach to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Villach to Salzburg trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 114 | 8:16 AM Villach Hbf | 2h32 | 10:48 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 112 | 10:16 AM Villach Hbf | 2h32 | 12:48 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 793 | 12:16 PM Villach Hbf | 2h32 | 2:48 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 797 | 2:16 PM Villach Hbf | 2h32 | 4:48 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 110 | 4:16 PM Villach Hbf | 2h32 | 6:48 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 895 | 6:16 PM Villach Hbf | 2h32 | 8:48 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 899 | 8:16 PM Villach Hbf | 2h39 | 10:55 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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ÖBB | InterCity as well as ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) and ÖBB | ICE offer trains services from Villach to Salzburg. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Villach to Salzburg.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ÖBB | InterCity, but also compare tickets for the likes of ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) and ÖBB | ICE to find the best option for your trip from Villach to Salzburg.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Villach to Salzburg
Trains from Villach to Salzburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (146 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 90 miles (146 km) |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:21 |
Train companies: ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | REX, EuroNight, Croatian Railways (HŽPP), Deutsche Bahn from Villach to Salzburg trainsÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | REX, EuroNight, Croatian Railways (HŽPP), Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Villach and Salzburg from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | REX
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
EuroNight
Croatian Railways (HŽPP)
FAQs: Trains from Villach to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villach to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Villach to Salzburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Bahnhofplatz 1.
- Restaurant Charles
- Villacher Brauhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Hotel City Villach
- Hotel Goldenes Lamm
- Romantik Hotel Post
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Italy, Germany, Slovenia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
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