The average train between Villach and Žalec takes 6h 6m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Villach to Žalec. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Villach and Žalec. The earliest departure is at 8:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Villach is at 9:38 PM which arrives into Žalec at 7:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Ljubljana and take an average of 6h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


4h 19m • 2 changes

4h 10m • 2 changes

4h 8m • 2 changesArrives next day


8h 4m • 2 changes

4h 19m • 2 changes

4h 10m • 2 changes

4h 8m • 2 changesArrives next day


8h 4m • 2 changes

4h 19m • 2 changes

4h 10m • 2 changes

4h 8m • 2 changesArrives next day


8h 4m • 2 changes

4h 19m • 2 changes

4h 10m • 2 changes

4h 8m • 2 changes

5h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Villach to Žalec? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Villach to Žalec. However, there are services departing from Villach station and arriving at Žalec station via Ljubljana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.
Villach to Žalec train services, operated by ÖBB Intercity, depart from Villach Hbf station.
Villach to Žalec train services, operated by ÖBB Intercity, arrive at Celje station.
The distance between Villach and Žalec is 107.8 km. The road distance is 197 km.
You can take a train from Villach Hbf to Zalec via Ljubljana and Celje in around 4h 27m.