The cheapest and fastest trains from Villach to Ljubljana
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villach to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villach to Ljubljana will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 5 trains that leave Villach for Ljubljana on Mon, Nov 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 10 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
On Mon, Nov 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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 317
D 315
D 215
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D 317Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Villach to Ljubljana
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villach to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 80 km
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€15 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Villach to Ljubljana train times
The table below shows live departures for Villach to Ljubljana trains for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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D 215 | 5:53 PM Villach Hbf | 1h42 | 7:35 PM Ljubljana station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 10 | |||||
D 315 | 7:53 AM Villach Hbf | 1h57 | 9:50 AM Ljubljana station | 0 transfersDirect | |
D 211 | 11:53 AM Villach Hbf | 1h39 | 1:32 PM Ljubljana station | 0 transfersDirect | |
D 317 | 1:53 PM Villach Hbf | 2h07 | 4:00 PM Ljubljana station | 0 transfersDirect | |
D 213 | 3:53 PM Villach Hbf | 1h40 | 5:33 PM Ljubljana station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Villach to Ljubljana
Trains from Villach to Ljubljana run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 05:06 |
Last train 23:22 |
Train companies: ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity from Villach to Ljubljana trainsÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Villach and Ljubljana from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
EuroNight
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Villach to Ljubljana
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villach to Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Villach, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Villach Hbf, Villach, Westbahnhof and Villach Warmbad. When arriving in Ljubljana, you can end your trip in train stations like Ljubljana, Ljubljana Tivoli and Ljubljana Zalog.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Villach Hbf, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Ljubljana, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Villach to Ljubljana
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Trg Osvobodilne fronte.
- Restaurant Sokol
- JB Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- InterContinental Ljubljana
- City Hotel Ljubljana
- Grand Hotel Union
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Austria, Croatia, and Italy
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Not available
- Tram: Not available
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