How to travel from Venice to Villach

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Venice to Villach

Omio 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 €23 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 56m. 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 €23, while a flight costs an average of €469.

Distance: 109 miles (176 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Venice to Villach

Compare the available ways to get from Venice to Villach, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Villach is a train with an average price of €23.

This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Villach:

A train is €167 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice to Villach costing on average €190.

A train is €446 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Villach costing on average €469.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Villach is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Villach take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 2m.

Train takes on average 7h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Venice and Villach including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Venice 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 €23 compared to roughly €44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €21. The journey takes 6h 45m 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.

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 Venice to Villach

How to get from Venice to Villach by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
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  • GoOpti
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  • ÖBBRJX 130
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  • ÖBBRJX 130
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  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 134
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  • FlixBusFlixBus
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  • GoOpti
    0 transfers
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1870 · TK1061
    1 transfer
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1872 · TK1061
    1 transfer
  • Helvetic AirwaysLX1665 · LX2278
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Venice 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 Venice to Villach.

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There are 3 options to travel between Venice and Villach including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Villach is a train with an average price of €23.

This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Villach:

A train is €167 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice to Villach costing on average €190.

A train is €446 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Villach costing on average €469.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Villach is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Villach take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 2m.

Train takes on average 7h 15m.

The distance from Venice to Villach is approximately 109 miles (176 km).
The average frequency per day from Venice to Villach is:
  • Around 35 buses per day.
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 16 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Venice to Villach:
  • Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Venice Santa Lucia and arrive in Villach Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia and arrive in Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Venice to Villach, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB, Regionale, ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight, Intercity Notte, ÖBB | REX, Frecciarossa to go to Villach by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA, Swiss, Luxair, British Airways, Air Serbia, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Villach by flight.
  • Travel with GoOpti, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Villach by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Venice to Villach with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet.
  • 35 direct buses per day with GoOpti, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Venice to Villach often also extend their vacation to go to Ljubljana, Vienna, Bled, Udine, 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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