The cheapest and fastest trains from Villach to Zagreb
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
4 h 22 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villach to Zagreb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villach to Zagreb will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 6 trains that leave Villach for Zagreb every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 38 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.
D 31918:384h22Villach Hbf23:00Zagreb Main Station£181One-way0 changes
D 39+
R 770121:3811h59Villach Hbf9:37Zagreb Main Station£181One-way1 change
D 315 · 21112:384h45Villach Hbf17:23Zagreb Main Station£261One-way1 change
EN 402376:064h24Villach Hbf10:30Zagreb Main Station£271One-way0 changes
EC 11514:464h34Villach Hbf19:20Zagreb Main Station£411One-way0 changes
D 31918:384h22Villach Hbf23:00Zagreb Main Station£181One-way0 changes
EN 402376:064h24Villach Hbf10:30Zagreb Main Station£271One-way0 changes
EC 11514:464h34Villach Hbf19:20Zagreb Main Station£411One-way0 changes
D 315 · 21112:384h45Villach Hbf17:23Zagreb Main Station£261One-way1 change
ICE 117+
EC 7916:425h38Villach Hbf22:20Zagreb Main Station£521One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Villach to Zagreb
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villach to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 46m. 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 £15, and a flight costs an average of £138.
Distance: 186 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £403 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 23m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Zagreb train times
The table below shows live departures for Villach to Zagreb trains for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
D 319 | 18:38 Villach Hbf | 4h22 | 23:00 Zagreb Main Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D 39+ R 7701 | 21:38 Villach Hbf | 11h59 | 9:37 Zagreb Main Station | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 2 June | |||||
EN 40237 | 6:06 Villach Hbf | 4h24 | 10:30 Zagreb Main Station | 0 changesdirect | |
D 315 · 211 | 12:38 Villach Hbf | 4h45 | 17:23 Zagreb Main Station | 1 change | |
EC 115 | 14:46 Villach Hbf | 4h34 | 19:20 Zagreb Main Station | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 79+ ICE 117 | 16:42 Villach Hbf | 5h38 | 22:20 Zagreb Main Station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Villach to Zagreb
Trains from Villach to Zagreb run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 21:38 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight from Villach to Zagreb trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight trains will get you between Villach and Zagreb from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Villach to Zagreb train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villach to Zagreb 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 Zagreb, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Villach and Zagreb
- 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
- 5:30 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Trg kralja Tomislava.
- Zinfandel's Restaurant
- Le Bistro Esplanade
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HRK 3
- Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
- Hotel Central
- Palace Hotel Zagreb
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Slovenia, Austria, Hungary, Serbia, and domestic destinations
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6, Line 13
- Bus: Several lines available
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