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Taking the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Villach Hbf in 11 hours 21 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Villach Hbf? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 13 hours 8 minutes to travel the 301 miles (485 km) from Karlsruhe Hbf to Villach Hbf by train, although you can get there in as little as 11 hours 21 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 24 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Karlsruhe Hbf to Villach Hbf start from £57.99 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Villach Hbf? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Karlsruhe Hbf to Villach Hbf by train
It takes an average of 13h 8m to travel from Karlsruhe Hbf to Villach Hbf by train, over a distance of around 301 miles (485 km). There are normally 24 trains per day travelling from Karlsruhe Hbf to Villach Hbf and tickets for this journey start from £57.99 when you book in advance.
| First train | 01:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:32 | |
| Departure station | Karlsruhe Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Villach Hbf | |
| Journey time | From 11h 21m | |
| Distance | 301 miles (485 km) | |
| Frequency | 24 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £57.99 | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Karlsruhe Hbf to Villach Hbf
Want to know more about your journey from Karlsruhe Hbf to Villach Hbf? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Karlsruhe Hbf to Villach Hbf
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Karlsruhe Hbf to Villach Hbf by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.