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Essen to Villach trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Villach takes 10h 13m and the fastest train takes 9h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Villach. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

10h 13m
Duration
981 km
Distance
€219
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Munich

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  1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to München Hbftrain train 41 / ...
  2. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain train 90 / ...
  3. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbftrain train Ic
10h 5m
€160–460

Essen to Villach train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Essen and Villach. The earliest departure is at 4:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Villach at 10:32 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 10h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 981.1 km
  • Duration: 10h 13m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Villach, Austria?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Villach Hbf via München Hbf, Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, and Salzburg Hbf in around 10h 5m.

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