
1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Pets (under 10kg)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
4 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
4 h 49 m
Trains on 17 Sept
12
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trieste to Villach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Villach will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Trieste to Villach you need to make at least one change.
R 2653+
D 318
Bus27511+
R 2675+
D 310
R 1604+
D 38
R 4224 · R 4214+
D 310
R 4218 · R 4200+
D 38
R 2671+
D 316
R 2653+
D 318
R 4224 · R 4214+
D 310
R 4210+
D 314
IC 508+
D 316Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Villach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £26, while a coach costs an average of £28.
Distance: 107 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price | £49 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Trieste to Villach:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Trieste to Villach costing on average £28.
Other travel options to Villach take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 35m.
Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £23. The journey takes 3h 35m versus 2h 7m 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 ÖBB, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet.
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 Trieste to Villach trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 2653+ D 318 | 4:50 Trieste | 4h32 | 9:22 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 508+ D 316 | 5:59 Hrpelje-Kozina | 5h23 | 11:22 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
R 2671+ D 316 | 7:20 Trieste | 4h02 | 11:22 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
R 4210+ D 314 | 10:10 Trieste | 5h12 | 15:22 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
Bus27511 · 211 · D 312+ R 2751 | 10:19 Hrpelje-Kozina | 7h03 | 17:22 Villach Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus27511+ R 2675+ D 310 | 10:19 Hrpelje-Kozina | 9h03 | 19:22 Villach Hbf | 2 changes | |
211 · D 312+ R 2673 · R 2751 | 10:24 Trieste | 6h58 | 17:22 Villach Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 4224 · R 4214+ D 310 | 14:28 Trieste | 4h54 | 19:22 Villach Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 502+ D 18+ R 2607 | 15:38 Trieste | 5h44 | 21:22 Villach Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 502+ D 18 | 15:41 Hrpelje-Kozina | 5h41 | 21:22 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
R 1604+ D 38 | 20:38 Hrpelje-Kozina | 10h44 | 7:22 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
R 4218 · R 4200+ D 38 | 20:55 Trieste | 10h27 | 7:22 Villach Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Trieste to Villach run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 107 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 107 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 21:45 |
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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 Trieste 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 Trieste to Villach trains use the Trieste Centrale to Villach Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). Use this guide to compare Trieste and Villach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Trieste Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Centrale 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: Buffet da Pepi, Trattoria Nerodiseppia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trieste Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste, Hotel Continentale, NH Trieste.
Trieste, Autostazione is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Trieste, Autostazione has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste, Autostazione.
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, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) is 1 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) 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, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof).
Nearby hotels include Hotel City Villach, Hotel Goldenes Lamm, Romantik Hotel Post.
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.
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