The cheapest and fastest trains from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 9 trains that leave Passau Hbf for Wels Hbf on Wed, Jul 22, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.
REX 5012:48 PM1h02Passau Hbf1:50 PMWels Hbf$181One-way0 transfers
R 506:50 AM1h14Passau Hbf8:04 AMWels Hbf$181One-way0 transfers
R 50 · R 519:36 AM1h14Passau Hbf10:50 AMWels Hbf$181One-way1 transfer
REX 5010:48 AM1h02Passau Hbf11:50 AMWels Hbf$181One-way0 transfers
R 508:40 AM1h10Passau Hbf9:50 AMWels Hbf$181One-way0 transfers
REX 5012:48 PM1h02Passau Hbf1:50 PMWels Hbf$181One-way0 transfers
REX 5010:48 AM1h02Passau Hbf11:50 AMWels Hbf$181One-way0 transfers
REX 506:25 AM1h02Passau Hbf7:27 AMWels Hbf$181One-way0 transfers
REX 506:02 AM1h04Passau Hbf7:06 AMWels Hbf$181One-way0 transfers
R 508:40 AM1h10Passau Hbf9:50 AMWels Hbf$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf:
A train is $8 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf costing on average $26 (€26).
Other travel options to Wels Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 1m.
The journey is about 1m faster (56m by train vs 57m by car) and roughly $5 (€5) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($18 (€18) vs $23 (€23)). 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 ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
REX 50 | 6:02 AM Passau Hbf | 1h04 | 7:06 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 50 | 6:25 AM Passau Hbf | 1h02 | 7:27 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 50 | 6:50 AM Passau Hbf | 1h14 | 8:04 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 50 | 7:52 AM Passau Hbf | 1h10 | 9:02 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 50 | 8:40 AM Passau Hbf | 1h10 | 9:50 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 50 · R 51 | 9:36 AM Passau Hbf | 1h14 | 10:50 AM Wels Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 50 | 10:48 AM Passau Hbf | 1h02 | 11:50 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 50 | 11:40 AM Passau Hbf | 1h10 | 12:50 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 50 | 12:48 PM Passau Hbf | 1h02 | 1:50 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf
Trains from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:39, the last at 18:36. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€17) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 3:39 AM |
Last train 6:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf trainsÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Passau Hbf and Wels Hbf from $17 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Regionalzug
ÖBB
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf
Most Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf trains use the Passau Hbf to Wels Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Passau Hbf and Wels Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Passau Hbf train station facilities and services
Passau 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 and drink
Food options include: Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar, Gastronomie Innsteg, Café Kowalski, Lecorner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Passau Hbf. ATMs are available at Passau Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Passau Hbf. Information desks are available at Passau Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Passau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Passau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Passau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Passau Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include IBB Hotel Passau, Hotel Atrium, Hotel Herdegen Garni, Hotel König.
Getting to Wels Hbf from Wels city centre
Wels Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Gasthaus zur Linde, Restaurant Loewenzahn
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wels Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wels Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wels Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wels Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wels Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ploberger, Boutique Hotel Hauser, Hotel Bayrischer Hof.
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