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Museum der Stadt Villach
Villach’s main city museum presents local history, art and everyday life in a historic building in the centre.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 16 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck to Villach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Innsbruck to Villach will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Innsbruck to Villach, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Villach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 4m. 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 £22, while a flight costs an average of £234.
Distance: 200 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price | £234 Average Price | £65 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Innsbruck to Villach:
A train is £14 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Innsbruck to Villach costing on average £37.
A train is £212 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Innsbruck to Villach costing on average £234.
Other travel options to Villach take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 59m.
Coach takes on average 7h 0m.
Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £42. The journey takes 4h 34m versus 3h 55m 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.
Direct services run with EuroNight, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Villach trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX19961 · IR 811+ IC 891 | 16:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 4h32 | 21:28 Villach Hbf | 2 changes | |
IR 613+ EC 213 | 18:12 Innsbruck Hbf | 4h20 | 22:32 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
IR 615+ RJ 215 | 20:12 Innsbruck Hbf | 4h25 | 0:37 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 6:14 Innsbruck | 4h14 | 10:28 Villach | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:14 Innsbruck | 4h14 | 11:28 Villach | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:16 Innsbruck | 5h12 | 12:28 Villach | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:12 Innsbruck | 4h20 | 12:32 Villach | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:14 Innsbruck | 4h14 | 12:28 Villach | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:12 Innsbruck | 4h20 | 13:32 Villach | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Innsbruck to Villach run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 14m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:28 |
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Discover the best of Villach — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Villach trip today.
Villach’s main city museum presents local history, art and everyday life in a historic building in the centre.
Gallery focused on contemporary art with changing exhibitions, making it a strong stop for modern culture in Villach.
Hands-on vehicle museum with historic cars and motorcycles, popular with families and transport enthusiasts.
Popular mountain road and lookout area with sweeping views over Villach and nearby lakes; especially attractive in warmer months.
Riverside walking and cycling route along the Drau, ideal for relaxed views, open-air time and easy access from the centre.
Nature area around the lake below Burg Landskron, popular for walks, birdlife and broad views towards the mountains.
Carinthia’s signature filled pasta with mint, chervil, potatoes and quark. It is a festive regional classic strongly associated with everyday home cooking.
A rich noodle broth traditionally made with beef stock and noodles. It is a comforting Alpine soup commonly served in Carinthian homes and inns.
A baked sweet yeast cake filled with cinnamon, butter, raisins and nuts. It is one of Carinthia’s best-known festive pastries.
Refined dining venue in Warmbad with modern Austrian cooking and an elegant hotel setting suited to a longer dinner.
Traditional Carinthian inn known for local dishes such as Kasnudeln and seasonal Austrian plates in a warm, rustic setting.
Popular Austrian restaurant near the old town, serving grilled meats, regional classics and generous portions in a casual atmosphere.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining are cheaper than Vienna or Salzburg, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add 5-10%, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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Villach Hbf -> Hauptplatz, Villach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Innsbruck to Villach 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 Villach, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Innsbruck to Villach trains use the Innsbruck Hbf to Villach Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Innsbruck and Villach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Villach Hbf is 1 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Charles, Villacher Brauhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Villach Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Villach Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Villach Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Villach Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel City Villach, Holiday Inn Villach, Hotel Goldenes Lamm.
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