The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 20 trains that leave Salzburg Hbf for Villach Hbf every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
IC 897+
RJ 8575:002h32Salzburg Hbf7:32Villach Hbf£91One-way1 change
IC 8975:002h36Salzburg Hbf7:36Villach Hbf£91One-way0 changes
RJ 6596:072h25Salzburg Hbf8:32Villach Hbf£131One-way0 changes
IC 79715:072h25Salzburg Hbf17:32Villach Hbf£181One-way0 changes
IC 79513:072h25Salzburg Hbf15:32Villach Hbf£181One-way0 changes
RJ 5518:072h25Salzburg Hbf10:32Villach Hbf£351One-way0 changes
IC 79715:072h25Salzburg Hbf17:32Villach Hbf£181One-way0 changes
RJ 11310:072h25Salzburg Hbf12:32Villach Hbf£351One-way0 changes
IC 79513:072h25Salzburg Hbf15:32Villach Hbf£181One-way0 changes
IC 7919:072h25Salzburg Hbf11:32Villach Hbf£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf 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 coach which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £28.
Distance: 146 km
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3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 26 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EN 40237 | 2:10 Salzburg Hbf | 3h41 | 5:51 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 897+ RJ 857 | 5:00 Salzburg Hbf | 2h32 | 7:32 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 897 | 5:00 Salzburg Hbf | 2h36 | 7:36 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 659 | 6:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 8:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 899 | 7:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 9:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 551 | 8:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 10:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 791 | 9:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 11:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 1825+ IR 718 | 9:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h49 | 12:00 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 113 | 10:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 12:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 793 | 11:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 13:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 115 | 12:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 14:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 795 | 13:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 15:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 117 | 14:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h28 | 16:35 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 797 | 15:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 17:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 119 | 16:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 18:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 799 | 17:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 19:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 211 | 18:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h27 | 20:34 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 891 | 19:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 21:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 213 | 20:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 22:32 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 215 | 22:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 0:37 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. 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 03:00, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 3:00 |
Last train 20:07 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf trainsÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Villach Hbf from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB
EuroNight
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg Hbf and Villach Hbf
Most Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg Hbf and Villach Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Getting to Villach Hbf from Villach city centre
Villach Hbf is 1 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Charles, Villacher Brauhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Villach Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Villach Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Villach Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Villach Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel City Villach, Holiday Inn Villach, Hotel Goldenes Lamm.






