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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
£9
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ljubljana to Villach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ljubljana to Villach will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 10 trains that leave Ljubljana for Villach every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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.
D 38
D 312
EC 214
D 314
D 310
D 318
D 38
EN 40414
D 316
D 312Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Villach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 80 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Ljubljana to Villach trains for today, Monday 10 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
D 314 | 13:30 Ljubljana station | 1h52 | 15:22 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 2412+ REX 5 | 14:28 Ljubljana station | 1h58 | 16:26 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
D 312 | 15:32 Ljubljana station | 1h50 | 17:22 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
D 310 | 17:27 Ljubljana station | 1h55 | 19:22 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
D 18 | 19:29 Ljubljana station | 1h53 | 21:22 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
D 38 | 5:42 Ljubljana station | 1h40 | 7:22 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
D 318 | 7:42 Ljubljana station | 1h40 | 9:22 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
D 316 | 9:35 Ljubljana station | 1h47 | 11:22 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 214 | 11:08 Ljubljana station | 2h07 | 13:15 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Ljubljana to Villach run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:35, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 2:35 |
Last train 22:37 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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 Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana to Villach trains use the Ljubljana to Villach Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Villach Warmbad. Use this guide to compare Ljubljana and Villach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ljubljana 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 Sokol, JB Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ljubljana. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ljubljana. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ljubljana: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ljubljana: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ljubljana: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Ljubljana, City Hotel Ljubljana, Grand Hotel Union.
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.
Villach Warmbad is 3 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach Warmbad has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Villach Warmbad.
ATMs are available at Villach Warmbad.
Available at Villach Warmbad: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach Warmbad.
Villach Westbahnhof is 1 km from Villach city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Villach Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Villach Westbahnhof.
ATMs are available at Villach Westbahnhof.
Available at Villach Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Villach Westbahnhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach Westbahnhof.
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