The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Villach
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Villach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Villach will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $72.
Of the 6 trains that leave Venice for Villach every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 176 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.
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NJ 40236
RJX 134
RJX 130
RJX 130
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RJX 134
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RJX 134Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Venice to Villach
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Villach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 25m. 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 $18, and a flight costs an average of $262.
Distance: 176 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$68 Average Price | $34 Average Price Cheapest | $385 Average Price |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 50m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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
Venice to Villach train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Villach trains for today, Saturday, 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 134 | 8:56 am Venice Santa Lucia | 3h23 | 12:19 pm Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 134 | 9:08 am Venice Mestre | 3h11 | 12:19 pm Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 130 | 3:52 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h27 | 7:19 pm Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 130 | 4:04 pm Venice Mestre | 3h15 | 7:19 pm Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 40236 | 8:05 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h22 | 11:27 pm Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 40236 | 8:17 pm Venice Mestre | 3h10 | 11:27 pm Villach Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Villach
Trains from Venice to Villach run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 but you can travel from only $18 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 176 km distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 176 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet, Regionale, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Frecciarossa, ÖBB | Regionalzug from Venice to Villach trainsÖBB | Railjet, Regionale, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Frecciarossa, ÖBB | Regionalzug trains will get you between Venice and Villach from $18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
Regionale
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
Frecciarossa
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Venice to Villach train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Venice Santa Lucia, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Villach Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Venice and Villach
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
- 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
