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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salzburg to Villach
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 R 420, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salzburg and Villach?
Salzburg
- AHellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
- B
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - CSalzburg Aiglhof, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
- D
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - E
Salzburg Gnigl
Salzburg Gnigl, 5023 Salzburg, Austria
Villach
- ABahnhofplatz 5, 9500 Villach, Austria
- 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
A good way to travel this route is with OBB Eurocity. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at R 420 and the shortest trip taking about 152. OBB Eurocity gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Salzburg to Villach?
The cheapest train tickets from Salzburg to Villach start from R 420. The average price for this train route is around R 785. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 147 km. The quickest train can get 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.
The cheapest trip from Salzburg to Villach was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 205To 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 R 205 to R 1 452 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 R 205, 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 destinationThe 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 R 785 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 420. 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!
