The cheapest and fastest trains from Linz to Wels
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz to Wels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Wels will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 33 trains that leave Linz for Wels on Fri, Jun 19, 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 14 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.
9548:26 PM0h14Linz Hbf8:40 PMWels Hbf$101One-way0 transfers
9048:56 AM0h14Linz Hbf9:10 AMWels Hbf$101One-way0 transfers
9027:56 AM0h14Linz Hbf8:10 AMWels Hbf$101One-way0 transfers
9246:56 PM0h14Linz Hbf7:10 PMWels Hbf$101One-way0 transfers
9204:56 PM0h14Linz Hbf5:10 PMWels Hbf$101One-way0 transfers
IC 5428:30 AM0h14Linz Hbf8:44 AMWels Hbf$161One-way0 transfers
IC 64012:30 PM0h14Linz Hbf12:44 PMWels Hbf$161One-way0 transfers
IC 6421:30 PM0h14Linz Hbf1:44 PMWels Hbf$161One-way0 transfers
IC 6442:30 PM0h14Linz Hbf2:44 PMWels Hbf$161One-way0 transfers
IC 6463:30 PM0h14Linz Hbf3:44 PMWels Hbf$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Linz to Wels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Wels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 14 miles (24 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Linz to Wels:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linz to Wels costing on average $14 (€12).
Other travel options to Wels take longer:
Bus takes on average 20m.
The journey is about 13m faster (16m by train vs 29m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€12) vs $18 (€15)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Linz to Wels train times
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Wels trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
928 | 8:56 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 9:10 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
956 | 9:26 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 9:40 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 748 | 9:30 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 9:44 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 664 | 9:45 PM Linz Hbf | 0h15 | 10:00 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
930 | 9:56 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 10:10 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 840 | 10:30 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 10:44 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 764 | 10:45 PM Linz Hbf | 0h15 | 11:00 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 768 | 11:45 PM Linz Hbf | 0h15 | 12:00 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
998 | 1:26 AM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 1:40 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
900 | 6:56 AM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 7:10 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
960 | 7:26 AM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 7:40 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
902 | 7:56 AM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 8:10 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 542 | 8:30 AM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 8:44 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 1218 | 8:34 AM Linz Hbf | 0h15 | 8:49 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
904 | 8:56 AM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 9:10 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
962 | 9:26 AM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 9:40 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
906 | 9:56 AM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 10:10 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
908 | 10:56 AM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 11:10 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
964 | 11:26 AM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 11:40 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
910 | 11:56 AM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 12:10 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 640 | 12:30 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 12:44 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
912 | 12:56 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 1:10 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
950 | 1:26 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 1:40 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 642 | 1:30 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 1:44 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
914 | 1:56 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 2:10 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
990 | 2:26 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 2:40 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 644 | 2:30 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 2:44 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
916 | 2:56 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 3:10 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
952 | 3:26 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 3:40 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 646 | 3:30 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 3:44 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
918 | 3:56 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 4:10 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
920 | 4:56 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 5:10 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
966 | 5:26 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 5:40 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
922 | 5:56 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 6:10 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
924 | 6:56 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 7:10 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
968 | 7:26 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 7:40 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
926 | 7:56 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 8:10 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
954 | 8:26 PM Linz Hbf | 0h14 | 8:40 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Linz to Wels
Trains from Linz to Wels run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (24 km) distance in 14m.
Distance 14 miles (24 km) |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 12:16 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB from Linz to Wels trainsWestbahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB trains will get you between Linz and Wels from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Linz to Wels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Linz to Wels
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Bahnhofplatz
- Restaurant Josef Linz
- Das Anton
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- Hotel Schillerpark
- Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark
- Park Inn by Radisson Linz
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 9-12
- Tram: Lines 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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