The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Wels Hbf
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Wels Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Wels Hbf will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 trains that leave Salzburg Hbf for Wels Hbf every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
RJ 841
IC 749
IC 60406+
S 2
RJ 841
IC 749
IC 60406+
S 2Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to Wels Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to Wels Hbf trains for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:11 Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 09:14 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:11 Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 11:14 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 14:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:11 Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 18:14 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to Wels Hbf
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Wels Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:01, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 57m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 03:01 |
Last train 20:11 |
Train companies: Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet from Salzburg Hbf to Wels Hbf trainsWestbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Wels Hbf from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Westbahn
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | S-Bahn
FAQs: Salzburg Hbf to Wels Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg Hbf to Wels Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wels Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg Hbf and Wels Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Bahnhofstraße.
- Gasthaus zur Linde
- Restaurant Loewenzahn
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ploberger
- Boutique Hotel Hauser
- Hotel Bayrischer Hof
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1
- Regional trains
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