Villach, Carinthia’s second-largest city, impresses with its charming cityscape, a vibrant cultural scene and proximity to the region’s most beautiful lakes. The city is particularly appealing to fans of both culture and nature and as a starting point for a range of excursions into the surrounding area.
Getting there by train from Graz to Villach is convenient and straightforward: from December 2025, passengers will benefit from the new direct connections via the Koralmbahn. Shorter journey times, modern trains and a more frequent service will ensure you reach the center of Villach quickly, comfortably and in an environmentally friendly way, with no transfers or need to search for parking.
Reach your destination for less with the Sparschiene ticket
ÖBB Sparschiene tickets offer trips from Graz to Villach at even lower fares. Simply choose a Sparschiene offer when purchasing your ticket and you will be one step closer to a comfortable journey. It pays to be quick - each train has a limited allocation of Sparschiene tickets. So if you want to travel with ÖBB at super low fares, you can book your ticket up to 6 months in advance. This not only ensures you get a better price, but also makes planning your trip much more relaxed.
Explore Villach by public transport
Villach public transport tickets give you continued mobility and flexibility after your train journey to Villach. Whether by bus or suburban train, you will reach your destination in comfort, without having to look for a parking space or waste time on detours. The Carinthia Leisure Ticket (Freizeit-Ticket Kärnten) is handy for excursions, allowing you to use any local transport for a whole day - perfect for short trips in the surrounding area. Just plan ahead and book your public transport ticket at the same time as your train ticket to start your onward journey in a relaxed frame of mind, directly from Villach Central Station.
The wegfinder app enables you to book extra mobility services such as ÖBB Rail&Drive. This service lets you hire a car and set off directly from the station.
