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Museum der Stadt Villach
Villach’s main city museum presents local history, art and everyday life in a historic building in the centre.
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
4 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
4 h 57 m
Trains on 15 Sept
6
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zagreb to Villach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Villach will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 6 trains from Zagreb to Villach, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 32 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.
318
R 434+
D 38
210 · D 310
EC 214
R 432+
D 314
318
EN 40414
R 432+
D 314
EC 214
210 · D 310Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Villach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, while a flight costs an average of £205.
Distance: 186 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price | £205 Average Price | £74 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Zagreb to Villach:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Zagreb to Villach costing on average £21.
A train is £186 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Villach costing on average £205.
Other travel options to Villach take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 21m.
Flight takes on average 6h 43m.
Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £74 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £56. The journey takes 4h 21m versus 2h 46m 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 | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP).
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 Zagreb to Villach trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
318 | 5:11 Zagreb Main Station | 4h11 | 9:22 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 214 | 8:16 Zagreb Main Station | 4h59 | 13:15 Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 432+ D 314 | 10:34 Zagreb Main Station | 4h48 | 15:22 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
210 · D 310 | 12:50 Zagreb Main Station | 6h32 | 19:22 Villach Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Zagreb to Villach run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £16 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 11m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 21:38 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
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 Zagreb 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 Zagreb to Villach trains use the Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor to Villach Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Villach Warmbad. Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Villach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor 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: Zinfandel's Restaurant, Le Bistro Esplanade
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, Hotel Central, Palace Hotel Zagreb.
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 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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