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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 Munich to Wels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Wels will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 6 trains from Munich to Wels, including 6 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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 Munich to Wels run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 2h 20m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Munich to Wels.
The table below shows live departures for Munich 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
961 | 7:41 AM Munich Ost | 2h38 | 10:19 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1211+ IC 641 | On time 8:03 AM Munich Hbf | 3h11 | 11:14 AM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1211+ 913 | On time 8:03 AM Munich Hbf | 3h46 | 11:49 AM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 113 · IC 641 | On time 8:06 AM Munich Hbf | 3h08 | 11:14 AM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 113+ 913 | On time 8:06 AM Munich Hbf | 3h43 | 11:49 AM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
79011+ 915 | 8:43 AM Munich Hbf | 4h06 | 12:49 PM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
79011+ 917 | 8:43 AM Munich Hbf | 5h06 | 1:49 PM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
79011+ 963 | 8:43 AM Munich Hbf | 3h36 | 12:19 PM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 63+ 915 | On time 9:13 AM Munich Hbf | 3h36 | 12:49 PM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 63+ 963 | On time 9:13 AM Munich Hbf | 3h06 | 12:19 PM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 63+ 917 | On time 9:13 AM Munich Hbf | 4h36 | 1:49 PM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
963 | 9:28 AM München Pasing | 2h51 | 12:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
963 | 9:41 AM Munich Ost | 2h38 | 12:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 1213 | On time 10:20 AM Munich Hbf | 2h37 | 12:57 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 65 · IC 647 | On time 11:13 AM Munich Hbf | 3h01 | 2:14 PM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
965 | 11:30 AM Munich Hbf | 2h49 | 2:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
965 | 11:40 AM Munich Ost | 2h39 | 2:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 117 · IC 649 | On time 12:16 PM Munich Hbf | 2h58 | 3:14 PM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 1217 | On time 2:20 PM Munich Hbf | 2h37 | 4:57 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 69 · IC 745 | On time 3:13 PM Munich Hbf | 3h01 | 6:14 PM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
967 | 3:32 PM Munich Hbf | 2h47 | 6:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
967 | 3:41 PM Munich Ost | 2h38 | 6:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 211 · IC 747 | On time 4:16 PM Munich Hbf | 2h58 | 7:14 PM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 261 · IC 749 | On time 5:12 PM Munich Hbf | 3h02 | 8:14 PM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
969 | 5:28 PM München Pasing | 2h51 | 8:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
969 | 5:43 PM Munich Ost | 2h36 | 8:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 1219 | On time 6:21 PM Munich Hbf | 2h36 | 8:57 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1293 · IC 843 | On time 7:12 PM Munich Hbf | 3h02 | 10:14 PM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, November 4 | |||||
![]() | 6:15 AM Munich | 2h59 | 9:14 AM Wels | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Munich to Wels with Westbahn, Deutsche Bahn, and ÖBB. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, and ÖBB | Nightjet. High-speed trains available on this route with Westbahn, Deutsche Bahn, and ÖBB. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, and Bayerische Regiobahn. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Discover the best of Wels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wels trip today.
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 Munich 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 Munich to Wels trains use the München Hbf to Wels Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wels Messe. Use this guide to compare Munich and Wels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
München Isartor 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: Ratskeller, Speiserei Volksbad, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
Wi-Fi is available at München Isartor. ATMs are available at München Isartor.
Ticket office support is available at München Isartor. Information desks are available at München Isartor.
Luggage storage is available at München Isartor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Isartor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Isartor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Isartor.
Nearby hotels include Novotel München City, Hilton Munich City, Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum, Unsöld's Factory Hotel.
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.
Check train stations information for Munich and Wels, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.