How to travel from Villach to Milan

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Villach to Milan

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villach to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, while a flight costs an average of €180.

Distance: 237 miles (382 km)

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Driving

€108

Average price

€49

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Cheapest

€180

Average price

€140

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 24m

Average total duration

5h 54m

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30m

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7h 7m

Average total duration

6h 37m

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30m

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5h 3m

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3h 3m

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2h 0m

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5h 35m

Average total duration

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CO2 emissions

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

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1.1 - 2.3kg

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ÖBB

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FlixBus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Villach to Milan is a train with an average price of €31.

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

A train is €40 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Villach to Milan costing on average €72.

A train is €427 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Villach to Milan costing on average €458.

The fastest way to travel from Villach to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 1m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 1m.

Bus takes on average 8h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Villach and Milan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Villach to Milan among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 34m sooner (3h 1m by flight vs 5h 35m by car). Tickets start at around €458 compared to roughly €140 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Villach to Milan

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:55 AM9h30
    Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    5:25 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    701One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:55 AM9h30
    Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    5:25 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    701One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1699+Air DolomitiLH7432
    8:05 PM3h10
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    11:15 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    2911One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • ÖBBBusSV670+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3894+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9762
    12:40 PM9h35
    Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    10:15 PMMilan Centrale
    961One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBBBusSV670+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9758+RegionaleRegionale 16651
    12:40 PM8h35
    Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    9:15 PMMilan Centrale
    971One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBBBusSV670+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9752+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3890
    12:40 PM7h35
    Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    8:15 PMMilan Centrale
    1021One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:25 PM8h50
    Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    12:15 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    711One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:45 AM7h20
    Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    12:05 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    741One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:40 AM10h05
    Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    6:45 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    771One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air BalticLX2279+SwissLX1612
    6:25 AM3h25
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    9:50 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
    2521One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air BalticLX2279+Helvetic AirwaysLX1628
    6:25 AM7h25
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    1:50 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    2521One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesSN3344 · SN3159
    2:55 PM6h05
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    9:00 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    2521One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Villach to Milan

Travel to Milan 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 Villach to Milan.

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There are 3 options to travel between Villach and Milan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Villach to Milan is a bus with an average price of €72.

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

A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villach to Milan costing on average €108.

A bus is €109 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Villach to Milan costing on average €180.

The fastest way to travel from Villach to Milan is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 24m.

Bus takes on average 8h 42m.

The distance from Villach to Milan is approximately 237 miles (382 km).
The average frequency per day from Villach to Milan is:
  • Around 31 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Villach and Milan 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 Villach to Milan:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport and arrive in Milan Malpensa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Villach Hbf and arrive in Milano Lambrate.
  • Buses mostly depart from Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) and arrive in Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Villach to Milan, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Milan by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, Frecciarossa, ÖBB | Nightjet, Regionale to go to Milan by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines to go to Milan by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Villach to Milan with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 1 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Nightjet.
Omio customers who travel from Villach to Milan often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Rome, Venice, Como, Florence. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Milan and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Milan to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Milan, you can visit the iconic Duomo di Milano for its stunning Gothic architecture and panoramic views, explore Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper at the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, and stroll through the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II with its luxury boutiques. Discover the grand Sforza Castle, which houses various museums and art collections, and relax in the serene Sempione Park near the city center.
To fully experience Milan's key attractions, including the Duomo, The Last Supper, and shopping in the fashion district, plan for around 3 to 4 days.

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