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Stadtmuseum Wels – Burg
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Wels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Wels will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 34 trains from Salzburg to Wels, including 33 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 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.
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Trains from Salzburg to Wels run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 54m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:46 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Salzburg to Wels.
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Wels trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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951 | 5:18 Salzburg Hbf | 1h01 | 6:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
903 | 5:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 6:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
953 | 6:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 7:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
905 | 6:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 7:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
955 | 7:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 8:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
907 | 7:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 8:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 547 | 8:11 Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 9:14 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79213 | 8:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 9:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
909 | 8:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 9:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19981+ IC 546 | 9:07 Salzburg Hbf | 1h37 | 10:44 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
961 | 9:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 10:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
911 | 9:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 10:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 641 | 10:11 Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 11:14 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79215 | 10:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 11:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
913 | 10:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 11:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
963 | 11:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 12:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
915 | 11:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 12:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 645 | 12:11 Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 13:14 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
917 | 12:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 13:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 647 | 13:11 Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 14:14 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
965 | 13:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 14:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
919 | 13:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 14:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 649 | 14:11 Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 15:14 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
921 | 14:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 15:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
923 | 15:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 16:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79219 | 16:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 17:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
925 | 16:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 17:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 745 | 17:11 Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 18:14 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
967 | 17:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 18:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
927 | 17:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 18:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 747 | 18:11 Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 19:14 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79221 | 18:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 19:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
929 | 18:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 19:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 749 | 19:11 Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 20:14 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
969 | 19:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 20:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
931 | 19:52 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 20:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79223 | 20:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 21:19 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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The city museum presents Wels history from Roman origins to modern times through archaeological finds, objects, and changing exhibitions.
Contemporary art museum in nearby Thalheim showing the Angerlehner collection, with modern Austrian and international works in a bright setting.
Museum branch focused on rural life, crafts, and everyday culture, set in a historic building with regional objects and displays.
Wels main square is lined with historic town houses, arcades, shops, and civic buildings, making it the classic starting point for a walk.
Riverside promenade and green corridor along the Traun, popular for walking, cycling, and relaxed views close to the centre.
Large landscaped park with mature trees, lawns, and paths, offering a peaceful break within the urban area.
Breaded veal or pork cutlet fried until golden. A staple across Upper Austria and commonly served in Wels with parsley potatoes or salad.
Hearty dumplings made with stale bread, milk and eggs, often served with roast pork or goulash. A classic Austrian side found in local inns.
Rustic potato and flour dumplings, often filled or served alongside roast meats. Traditional farmhouse fare in Upper Austria.
Stylish restaurant in central Wels known for refined Austrian and seasonal dishes in a smart yet relaxed setting.
Traditional Austrian inn serving hearty regional classics, beer and generous portions in a warm, informal atmosphere.
Well-regarded local restaurant offering modern Austrian cooking and seasonal menus in a contemporary, comfortable dining room.
Moderate for Austria: stays and dining cost less than Vienna or Salzburg, while local transport and everyday cafés remain fairly priced for travellers.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service; give the amount directly when paying.
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Wels Hbf -> Stadtplatz, Wels
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Wels 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Wels trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Wels Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wels Messe. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Wels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg Taxham Europark is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Taxham Europark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Salzburg Liefering is 4 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Liefering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food options include: McDonald's
ATMs are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Parking.
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Wels Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Gasthaus zur Linde, Restaurant Loewenzahn
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wels Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wels Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wels Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wels Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wels Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ploberger, Boutique Hotel Hauser, Hotel Bayrischer Hof.
Wels Messe is 1 km from Wels city centre. Public transport options include:
Wels Messe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wels Messe.
ATMs are available at Wels Messe.
Available at Wels Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wels Messe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wels Messe.
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