- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£50
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£58
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
10 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
10 h 28 m
Trains on 09 Sept
10
Distance
821 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villach to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villach to Hamburg will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Villach to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
IC 798 · RJX 262 · ICE 588
IC 890 · RJX 260 · ICE 680
EC 212 · ICE 880
ICE 880+
EC 212+
S S3
ICE 680+
IC 890+
RJX 260+
S S3
IC 798 · RJX 262 · ICE 588
IC 890 · RJX 260 · ICE 680
ICE 680+
IC 890+
RJX 260
ICE 210 · S3 · ICE 788
EC 212 · ICE 880Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villach to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £77 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 12h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £77, while a train costs an average of £131.
Distance: 821 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£131 Average Price | £77 Average Price Cheapest | £179 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 18m Average total duration Fastest 11h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 15m Average total duration 17h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.1kg 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 Villach to Hamburg:
A coach is £54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villach to Hamburg costing on average £131.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 48m.
Coach takes on average 17h 45m.
Tickets start at around £131 compared to roughly £179 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £49. The journey takes 11h 48m versus 10h 11m 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.
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 Villach to Hamburg trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:32 Villach | 10h25 | 15:57 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:28 Villach | 10h29 | 17:57 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:32 Villach | 10h07 | 18:39 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:32 Villach | 10h07 | 19:39 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:32 Villach | 11h02 | 21:34 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:32 Villach | 12h32 | 5:04 Hamburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 9 September | |||||
EC 212+ ICE 508 | On time 5:22 Villach Hbf | 12h18 | 17:40 Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
EC 212+ ICE 880 | On time 5:22 Villach Hbf | 10h35 | 15:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 212 · ICE 880 | On time 5:22 Villach Hbf | 10h35 | 15:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 212+ ICE 880+ S S3 | On time 5:22 Villach Hbf | 10h56 | 16:18 Hamburg Altona | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Villach to Hamburg run on average 17 times per day, taking around 11h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £131 but you can travel from only £77 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 821 km distance in 11h 11m.
Distance 821 km |
Average train duration 11h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £131 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 11h 11m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:36 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
Hamburg’s pan-fried fillet of plaice, usually served with bacon, shrimps and potatoes. A classic North German fish dish tied to the port and nearby coast.
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villach to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Villach to Hamburg trains use the Villach Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Villach and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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, 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.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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