The cheapest and fastest trains from Villach to Vienna
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villach to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villach to Vienna will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 27 trains that leave Villach for Vienna every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 34 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 11384:385h16Villach Hbf9:54Vienna Hbf£181One-way0 changes
IC 113214:415h13Villach Hbf19:54Vienna Hbf£231One-way0 changes
RJX 2545:303h37Villach Hbf9:07Vienna Hbf£271One-way0 changes
RJX 53019:333h34Villach Hbf23:07Vienna Hbf£271One-way0 changes
RJX 530+
S 2 · S 719:334h08Villach Hbf23:41Vienna Airport£271One-way2 changes
RJX 6369:333h34Villach Hbf13:07Vienna Hbf£451One-way0 changes
RJX 5611:333h34Villach Hbf15:07Vienna Hbf£411One-way0 changes
RJX 13413:333h34Villach Hbf17:07Vienna Hbf£501One-way0 changes
RJX 5215:333h34Villach Hbf19:07Vienna Hbf£411One-way0 changes
RJX 13217:333h34Villach Hbf21:07Vienna Hbf£451One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Villach to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villach to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 260 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£46 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £231 Average Price |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Villach to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Villach to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NJ 236+ EC 463 | 0:45 Villach Hbf | 5h47 | 6:32 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
NJ 40236+ IC 541 | 0:45 Villach Hbf | 7h42 | 8:27 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
NJ 236+ EC 463+ RJ 563 | 0:45 Villach Hbf | 6h12 | 6:57 Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
NJ 40236+ RJX 769 | 0:45 Villach Hbf | 7h12 | 7:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
NJ 40236 | 0:45 Villach Hbf | 7h13 | 7:58 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1138 | 4:38 Villach Hbf | 5h16 | 9:54 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 40294 | 4:46 Villach Hbf | 4h20 | 9:06 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 254+ IC 543 | 5:30 Villach Hbf | 3h57 | 9:27 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 254 | 5:30 Villach Hbf | 3h37 | 9:07 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 630+ IC 545 | 6:30 Villach Hbf | 3h57 | 10:27 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 630 | 6:30 Villach Hbf | 3h37 | 10:07 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 638 | 7:33 Villach Hbf | 3h34 | 11:07 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 638+ IC 547 | 7:33 Villach Hbf | 3h54 | 11:27 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 636 | 9:33 Villach Hbf | 3h34 | 13:07 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 636+ IC 641 | 9:33 Villach Hbf | 3h54 | 13:27 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 56 | 11:33 Villach Hbf | 3h34 | 15:07 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 56+ IC 645 | 11:33 Villach Hbf | 3h54 | 15:27 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 134 | 13:33 Villach Hbf | 3h34 | 17:07 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 134+ IC 649 | 13:33 Villach Hbf | 3h54 | 17:27 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
IC 1132 | 14:41 Villach Hbf | 5h13 | 19:54 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 52 | 15:33 Villach Hbf | 3h34 | 19:07 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 52+ IC 743 | 15:33 Villach Hbf | 3h54 | 19:27 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Villach to Vienna
Trains from Villach to Vienna run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 260 km distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 260 km |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE from Villach to Vienna trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE trains will get you between Villach and Vienna from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | ICE
FAQs: Villach to Vienna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villach to Vienna 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 Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Villach and Vienna
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant Charles
- Villacher Brauhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel City Villach
- Holiday Inn Villach
- Hotel Goldenes Lamm
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Italy, Slovenia, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Bahnhofplatz 1.
- Restaurant Charles
- Villacher Brauhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Hotel City Villach
- Hotel Goldenes Lamm
- Romantik Hotel Post
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Italy, Germany, Slovenia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Keißlergasse.
- Restaurant Hütteldorfer
- Gasthaus Maria Brunn
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel An der Wien
- Hotel Kreiner
- Hotel Hadrigan
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: U4
- S-Bahn: S45, S50
- Bus: Several lines available
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