How to travel from Vienna to Villach

There are 3 options to travel between Vienna and Villach including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Villach is a train with an average price of €28.

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

A train is €22 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna to Villach costing on average €50.

A train is €148 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Villach costing on average €175.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Villach is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 45m.

Other travel options to Villach take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 15m.

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

The distance from Vienna to Villach is approximately 161 miles (260 km).

The average frequency per day from Vienna to Villach is:

• Around 12 trains per day.
• Around 9 flights per day.
• Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna 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 Vienna to Villach:

• Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Villach Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Villach, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Austrian Airlines to go to Villach by flight.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Villach by bus.
• Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, České dráhy (ČD), ÖBB to go to Villach by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Villach with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines.
• 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
• 4 direct trains per day with ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, České dráhy (ČD).

Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Villach often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Ljubljana, Salzburg, Munich, Zagreb. 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.