How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Villach

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Villach

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Villach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $64 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, while a train costs an average of $172.

Distance: 339 miles (546 km)

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$172

Average price

$64

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Cheapest

$49

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8h 11m

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Fastest

7h 41m

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30m

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11h 20m

Average total duration

10h 50m

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30m

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7h 27m

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0.5 - 1.4kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Villach is a bus with an average price of $64.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Villach:

A bus is $108 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Villach costing on average $172.

A bus is $188 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Villach costing on average $253.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Villach is by train with an average journey time of 8h 11m.

Other travel options to Villach take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 20m.

Flight takes on average 12h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Villach including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Villach among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $172 compared to roughly $49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-122.83. The journey takes 7h 41m versus 7h 27m 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.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Villach

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Villach by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Villach is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:55 AM14h50
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    8:45 PMVillach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    $651One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:55 AM14h50
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    8:45 PMVillach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    $651One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1462
    8:30 PM1h15
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    9:45 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    $4251One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | ICEICE 573 · ICE 563+ÖBBRJX 67+ÖBB | InterCityIC 797
    9:20 AM8h08
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    5:28 PMVillach Hbf
    $1291One-way
    3 transfers
  • ÖBB | ICEICE 527+ÖBBRJX 67+ÖBB | InterCityIC 797
    8:57 AM8h31
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    5:28 PMVillach Hbf
    $1291One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBB | ICEICE 117
    8:10 AM8h22
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    4:32 PMVillach Hbf
    $1411One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:00 AM11h45
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    8:45 PMVillach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    $681One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 AM12h45
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    2:00 PMVillach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    $701One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:40 AM12h20
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    2:00 PMVillach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    $721One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS202+ÖBBRJX 637+ÖBB | InterCityIC 742
    9:20 AM11h07
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:27 PMVillach Hbf
    $2121One-way
    2 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS202+ÖBBRJX 251+ÖBB | InterCityIC 648
    9:20 AM9h07
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    6:27 PMVillach Hbf
    $2281One-way
    2 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS200+ÖBBRJX 637+ÖBB | InterCityIC 742
    8:20 AM12h07
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:27 PMVillach Hbf
    $2371One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Villach

Travel to Villach easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Villach.

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There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Villach including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Villach is a bus with an average price of $64.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Villach:

A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Villach costing on average $71.

A bus is $564 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Villach costing on average $628.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Villach is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 6m.

Other travel options to Villach take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 36m.

Bus takes on average 11h 20m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Villach is approximately 339 miles (546 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Villach is:
  • Around 42 flights per day.
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Villach as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Villach:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Villach Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Villach, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Villach by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet to go to Villach by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Frankfurt am Main to Villach:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Villach often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Ljubljana, Vienna, Salzburg, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Villach and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Villach to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Villach, you can enjoy winter sports and panoramic views at Villacher Alpenarena, explore vintage vehicles at Villacher Fahrzeugmuseum, and hike through the beautiful Dobratsch Nature Park. For relaxation, visit the thermal spa at Warmbad Villach. The picturesque Ossiacher See is perfect for swimming and boating, while the Villach Main Square offers vibrant cafes and historic architecture. Don't miss the medieval Landskron Castle and its eagle show or the scenic Villacher Alpenstrasse. The Museum der Stadt Villach provides insights into local history and culture. Additionally, experience lively parades and festivities at the annual Villach Carnival.
To fully enjoy Villach, including its charming Old Town, thermal spas, and nearby attractions like Lake Faak and Gerlitzen Alpe, a stay of 2 to 3 days would be ideal.
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