How much does a train ticket cost from Salzburg to Villach?

The cheapest train tickets from Salzburg to Villach start from £19. The average price for this train route is around £35. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Salzburg to Villach?

The average train journey time from Salzburg to Villach is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 91 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 32m and is operated by OBB Eurocity .

Which train operators serve the Salzburg to Villach route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salzburg to Villach?

The earliest train from Salzburg to Villach departs at 10:12. And the latest train departs at 14:12.

Train Salzburg to Villach from £10

Next train departures

Next departures from Salzburg to Villach on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:00	Salzburg Hbf	2h 28m	07:28	Villach Hbf	Cheapest
Train	02:14	Salzburg Hbf	2h 12m	04:26	Villach Hbf	Fastest
Train	05:00	Salzburg Hbf	2h 28m	07:28	Villach Hbf	No tags
Train	06:07	Salzburg Hbf	2h 25m	08:32	Villach Hbf	No tags
Train	06:07	Salzburg Hbf	2h 25m	08:32	Villach Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Salzburg to Villach on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:00	Salzburg Hbf	2h 28m	07:28	Villach Hbf	Cheapest
Train	02:14	Salzburg Hbf	2h 12m	04:26	Villach Hbf	Fastest
Train	02:10	Salzburg Hbf	3h 41m	05:51	Villach Hbf	No tags
Train	05:00	Salzburg Hbf	2h 28m	07:28	Villach Hbf	No tags
Train	06:07	Salzburg Hbf	2h 25m	08:32	Villach Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 01:39 CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Salzburg to Villach

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Villach. The journey takes about 2 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2h 32mAverage duration

91 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£30 - £52	Average duration7h 6m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£19 - £68	Average duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salzburg and Villach?

Salzburg

A
P+R Süd
Hellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
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B
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
C
Salzburg Aiglhof
Salzburg Aiglhof, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
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D
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
E
Salzburg Gnigl
Salzburg Gnigl, 5023 Salzburg, Austria

Villach

A
Busbahnhof
Bahnhofplatz 5, 9500 Villach, Austria
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B
Faak Am See
Faak am See, 9583, Austria
C
Villach Warmbad
Villach Warmbad Bahnhof, 9504 Villach, Austria
D
Villach Westbf
Villach Westbahnhof, 9500 Villach, Austria

Train Companies

OBB Eurocity

A good way to travel this route is with OBB Eurocity. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at £19 and the shortest trip taking about 152. OBB Eurocity gets you where you want to go for a fair price.

AT train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salzburg to Villach by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Salzburg to Villach?
The cheapest train tickets from Salzburg to Villach start from £19. The average price for this train route is around £35. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salzburg to Villach?
The average train journey time from Salzburg to Villach is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 91 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 32m and is operated by OBB Eurocity.
Which train operators serve the Salzburg to Villach route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salzburg to Villach?
The earliest train from Salzburg to Villach departs at 10:12. And the latest train departs at 14:12.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

£18

10/12

£23

Today

£23

12/12

£37

13/12

No data

14/12

No data

15/12

No data

16/12

£10

The cheapest trip from Salzburg to Villach was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salzburg to Villach as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £10 to £65 for a train ticket from Salzburg to Villach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Salzburg to Villach?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time7h 6m	Avg price£37	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 32m	Avg price£35	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Salzburg and Villach is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £35 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £19. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Villach, choose the train, as it will take you from Salzburg to Villach in about 2h 32m – that's the fastest way to get there!