The cheapest and fastest trains from Villach to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villach to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villach to Salzburg will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 21 trains that leave Villach for Salzburg every day 20 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 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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.
EC 2125:222h31Villach Hbf7:53Salzburg Hbf£91One-way0 changes
IC 89620:322h21Villach Hbf22:53Salzburg Hbf£131One-way0 changes
RJ 65621:282h38Villach Hbf0:06Salzburg Hbf£131One-way0 changes
IC 79412:322h21Villach Hbf14:53Salzburg Hbf£221One-way0 changes
IC 79214:302h23Villach Hbf16:53Salzburg Hbf£221One-way0 changes
NJ 2360:452h10Villach Hbf2:55Salzburg Hbf£361One-way0 changes
IC 79610:322h21Villach Hbf12:53Salzburg Hbf£311One-way0 changes
IC 7988:322h21Villach Hbf10:53Salzburg Hbf£271One-way0 changes
IC 8906:322h21Villach Hbf8:53Salzburg Hbf£271One-way0 changes
IC 79412:322h21Villach Hbf14:53Salzburg Hbf£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Villach to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villach to Salzburg 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 2h 34m. 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 £26.
Distance: 146 km
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3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Villach to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Villach to Salzburg trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 898 | 18:32 Villach Hbf | 2h21 | 20:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 658 | 19:28 Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 21:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 896 | 20:32 Villach Hbf | 2h21 | 22:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 656 | 21:28 Villach Hbf | 2h38 | 0:06 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 13 July | |||||
EN 414 | 0:12 Villach Hbf | 2h33 | 2:45 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 236 | 0:45 Villach Hbf | 2h10 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 294 | 4:24 Villach Hbf | 2h34 | 6:58 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 212 | 5:22 Villach Hbf | 2h31 | 7:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 890 | 6:32 Villach Hbf | 2h21 | 8:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 210 | 7:28 Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 9:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 1824+ IR 711 | 8:00 Villach Hbf | 2h49 | 10:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 798 | 8:32 Villach Hbf | 2h21 | 10:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 118 | 9:28 Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 11:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 796 | 10:32 Villach Hbf | 2h21 | 12:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 116 | 11:28 Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 13:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 794 | 12:32 Villach Hbf | 2h21 | 14:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 114 | 13:28 Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 15:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 792 | 14:30 Villach Hbf | 2h23 | 16:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 112 | 15:28 Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 17:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 790 | 16:32 Villach Hbf | 2h21 | 18:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 110 | 17:28 Villach Hbf | 2h25 | 19:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Villach to Salzburg
Trains from Villach to Salzburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. 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 00:12, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | REX, Trenitalia EuroCity, HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP) from Villach to Salzburg trainsÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | REX, Trenitalia EuroCity, HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP) trains will get you between Villach and Salzburg from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB
ÖBB | REX
Trenitalia EuroCity
HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP)
FAQs: Villach to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villach to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Villach and Salzburg
Most Villach to Salzburg trains use the Villach Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg Taxham Europark. Use this guide to compare Villach and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Villach station do trains to Salzburg leave from?
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.
Getting to Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) from Villach city centre
Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) is 1 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) train station facilities and services
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 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, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof).
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel City Villach, Hotel Goldenes Lamm, Romantik Hotel Post.
Getting to Villach Westbahnhof from Villach city centre
Villach Westbahnhof is 1 km from Villach city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Villach Westbahnhof train station facilities and services
Villach Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Villach Westbahnhof.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Villach Westbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Villach Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Villach Westbahnhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach Westbahnhof.
Which Salzburg station do trains from Villach arrive at?
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 Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
Getting to Salzburg Taxham Europark from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Taxham Europark is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Taxham Europark train station facilities and services
Salzburg Taxham Europark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
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