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Stadtmuseum Burg Wels
Main city museum in the castle, covering Roman Ovilava to modern Wels; the essential museum visit for local history and archaeology.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Wels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Wels will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 6 trains from Berlin to Wels, including 6 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 487 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 33 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 7 h 38 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 Berlin to Wels run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 but you can travel from only $43 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 302 miles (487 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 302 miles (487 km) |
Average train duration 7h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 6h 20m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Berlin to Wels.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Wels trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:36 AM Berlin | 7h38 | 4:14 PM Wels | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:36 AM Berlin | 6h33 | 4:09 PM Wels | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:36 AM Berlin | 6h33 | 5:09 PM Wels | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 4 | |||||
![]() | 6:36 AM Berlin | 6h33 | 1:09 PM Wels | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Main city museum in the castle, covering Roman Ovilava to modern Wels; the essential museum visit for local history and archaeology.
Museum branch focused on the city’s agricultural and economic development, with objects that explain how regional life and work evolved.
Modern exhibition venue for changing art and cultural programs in a historic setting; a good pick for contemporary local creativity.
Wels’s main historic square lined with colorful townhouses, shops, and monuments; the city’s classic walking area and urban centerpiece.
Picturesque old-town street with preserved facades and a calm atmosphere; ideal for a slow walk through the historic core of Wels.
Lively central square near shopping streets and civic buildings; practical for visitors and pleasant for observing everyday city life.
Upper Austrian dumplings made with bread or potatoes, often served with roast pork or sauerkraut. A staple of regional home cooking.
Crispy breaded veal or pork cutlet served with lemon and potatoes or salad. A classic Austrian favorite widely eaten in Wels.
Slow-roasted pork with crackling, usually paired with dumplings and cabbage. Traditional inn food across Upper Austria.
Refined Austrian dining in an elegant setting, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service in central Wels.
Well-known Austrian inn with regional specialties, seasonal dishes, and a comfortable local tavern feel.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving Austrian classics, beer, and hearty portions in a lively historic atmosphere.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining cost less than Vienna, while local transit and everyday meals stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; for taxis round up, and in cafes leave small change.
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Wels Hbf -> Stadtplatz, Wels
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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 Berlin to Wels trains use the Berlin Hbf to Wels Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wels Messe. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Wels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf 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: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
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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