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Stadtmuseum Wels – Burg
The city museum presents Wels history from Roman origins to modern times through archaeological finds, objects, and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price on 26 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 26 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 26 Sept
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 26 Sept
1 h 32 m
Trains on 26 Sept
123
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Wels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Wels will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Sat 26 Sept, we found 123 trains from Vienna to Wels, including 75 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.
RJX 768
IC 840
RJ 820
IC 460+
S 2
IC 842 · IC 460+
S 2
RJX 764
RJX 768
RJX 664
998
950The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Wels trains for today, Friday 25 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX13470+ REX 50 | 10:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 12:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 640 | 10:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 12:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
910 | 10:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 12:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 7+ ICE 1214+ REX 50 | 10:46 Vienna Airport | 2h21 | 13:07 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 640 | 10:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 12:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19976+ REX 50 | 11:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 13:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
79216 | 11:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 12:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1214+ REX 50 | 11:13 Vienna Hbf | 1h54 | 13:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19976+ REX 50 | 11:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 13:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 642 | 11:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 13:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
912 | 11:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 13:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 642 | 11:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 13:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 750+ RJX19982+ REX 50 | 12:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 14:07 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
950 | 12:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 13:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19982+ REX 50 | 12:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 14:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 644 | 12:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 14:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
914 | 12:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 14:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 644 | 12:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 14:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19956+ REX 51 | 13:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 15:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
990 | 13:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 14:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19916+ REX 51 | 13:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 15:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 646 | 13:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 15:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
916 | 13:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 15:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 646 | 13:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 15:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 858+ RJX13474+ REX 50 | 14:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 16:07 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
952 | 14:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 15:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX13474+ REX 50 | 14:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 16:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 648 | 14:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 16:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
918 | 14:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 16:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 7+ ICE 1212+ REX 51 | 14:46 Vienna Airport | 2h08 | 16:54 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 648 | 14:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 16:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19918+ REX 50 | 15:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 17:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
79220 | 15:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 16:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1212+ REX 51 | 15:13 Vienna Hbf | 1h41 | 16:54 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 187+ REX 50 | 15:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 17:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 740 | 15:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 17:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
920 | 15:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 17:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 740 | 15:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 17:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 856+ RJX19986+ REX 51 | 16:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 18:07 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
966 | 16:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 17:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19986+ REX 51 | 16:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 18:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 742 | 16:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 18:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
922 | 16:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 18:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 7+ EC 1210 | 16:46 Vienna Airport | 2h03 | 18:49 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 742 | 16:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 18:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19970+ REX 50 | 17:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 19:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
79222 | 17:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 18:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 1210 | 17:13 Vienna Hbf | 1h36 | 18:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19970+ REX 50 | 17:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 19:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 744 | 17:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 19:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
924 | 17:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 19:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 744 | 17:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 19:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 854+ RJX19988+ REX 50 | 18:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 20:07 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
968 | 18:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 19:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19988+ REX 50 | 18:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 20:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 746 | 18:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 20:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
926 | 18:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 20:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 746 | 18:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 20:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19972+ REX 50 | 19:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 21:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
954 | 19:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 20:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19972+ REX 50 | 19:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 21:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 748 | 19:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 21:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
928 | 19:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 21:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 748 | 19:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 21:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 852+ RJX 664 | 20:02 Vienna Airport | 1h58 | 22:00 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
956 | 20:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 21:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 664 | 20:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h32 | 22:00 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 840 | 20:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 22:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
930 | 20:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 22:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 840 | 20:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 22:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 764 | 21:02 Vienna Airport | 1h58 | 23:00 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 764 | 21:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h32 | 23:00 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 842 · IC 460+ S 2 | 21:34 Vienna Airport | 2h48 | 0:22 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 460+ S 2 | 21:57 Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 0:22 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 768 | 22:02 Vienna Airport | 1h58 | 0:00 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 7+ NJ 19946 | 22:16 Vienna Airport | 2h25 | 0:41 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 768 | 22:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h32 | 0:00 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 19946 | 22:44 Vienna Hbf | 1h57 | 0:41 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 26 September | |||||
RJ 820 | 0:02 Vienna Airport | 2h13 | 2:15 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
998 | 0:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 1:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 820 | 0:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 2:15 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 7+ IC 848 | 1:46 Vienna Airport | 4h58 | 6:44 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 7+ IC 407+ REX 53 | 4:46 Vienna Airport | 2h53 | 7:39 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
REX 7+ RJX19938+ S 2 | 4:46 Vienna Airport | 2h36 | 7:22 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 848 | 4:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 6:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 7+ IC 540 | 5:16 Vienna Airport | 2h28 | 7:44 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19938+ S 2 | 5:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h54 | 7:22 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
900 | 5:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 7:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 407+ REX 53 | 5:39 Vienna Hbf | 2h00 | 7:39 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 7+ RJX 260+ REX 50 | 5:46 Vienna Airport | 2h21 | 8:07 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 540 | 5:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 7:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
960 | 6:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 7:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 260+ REX 50 | 6:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 8:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 542 | 6:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 8:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
902 | 6:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 8:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 7+ EC 1218 | 6:46 Vienna Airport | 2h03 | 8:49 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 542 | 6:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 8:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19950+ REX 50 | 7:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 9:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
79212 | 7:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 8:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 1218 | 7:13 Vienna Hbf | 1h36 | 8:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19910+ REX 50 | 7:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 9:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 544 | 7:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 9:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
904 | 7:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 9:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 544 | 7:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 9:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 754+ RJX 262+ REX 50 | 8:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 10:07 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
962 | 8:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 9:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 262+ REX 50 | 8:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 10:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 546 | 8:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 10:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
906 | 8:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 10:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 7+ EC 1216 | 8:46 Vienna Airport | 2h03 | 10:49 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 546 | 8:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 10:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19952+ REX 51 | 9:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 11:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
79214 | 9:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 10:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 1216 | 9:13 Vienna Hbf | 1h36 | 10:49 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19912+ REX 51 | 9:28 Vienna Hbf | 1h39 | 11:07 Wels Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 548 | 9:34 Vienna Airport | 2h10 | 11:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
908 | 9:38 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 11:10 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 548 | 9:57 Vienna Hbf | 1h47 | 11:44 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 752+ RJX 60+ REX 50 | 10:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 12:07 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 752+ RJX13470+ REX 50 | 10:02 Vienna Airport | 2h05 | 12:07 Wels Hbf | 2 changes | |
964 | 10:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1h32 | 11:40 Wels Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Vienna to Wels run on average 48 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 48 |
Direct trains 36 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:52 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Wels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wels trip today.
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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 Vienna to Wels trains use the Wien Westbahnhof to Wels Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wels Messe. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Wels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
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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