What is the cheapest way to get from Villach to Trieste?

The cheapest way to get from Villach to Trieste is to bus which costs €17 - €35 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Villach to Trieste?

The fastest way to get from Villach to Trieste is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Villach and Trieste?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Villach Hbf and arriving at Trieste. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Villach and Trieste?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Villach Hbf and arriving at Trieste Centrale. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Villach to Trieste?

The distance between Villach and Trieste is 187 km. The road distance is 185 km.

How do I travel from Villach to Trieste without a car?

The best way to get from Villach to Trieste without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €20 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Villach to Trieste?

The train from Villach Hbf to Trieste Centrale takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Villach to Trieste bus from?

Villach to Trieste bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Villach Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Villach to Trieste train from?

Villach to Trieste train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Villach Hbf station.

Train or bus from Villach to Trieste?

The best way to get from Villach to Trieste is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €20 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Villach to Trieste bus arrive?

Villach to Trieste bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Trieste station.

Where does the Villach to Trieste train arrive?

Villach to Trieste train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Trieste Centrale station.

Can I drive from Villach to Trieste?

Yes, the driving distance between Villach to Trieste is 185 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Villach to Trieste.

How do I get a train ticket from Villach to Trieste?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Villach to Trieste?

Book your Villach to Trieste bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Trieste?

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Villach to Trieste - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Villach to Trieste by train, bus, or car

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Villach to Trieste by train

9Weekly Trains

2h 50mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.3 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Villach, Austria and Trieste, Italy?

Railjet operates a train from Villach Hbf to Trieste Centrale once daily. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 2h 50m. ÖBB also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Villach Hbf to Trieste 4 times a week. Tickets cost €17–35 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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