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Prague to Wels train with České dráhy
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Prague to Wels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Wels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $47.
Distance: 133 miles (215 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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 Prague to Wels:
A train is $45 (€37) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Prague to Wels costing on average $70 (€57).
Other travel options to Wels take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 45m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $81 (€66) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $56 (€46). The journey takes 4h 45m versus 3h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Prague to Wels train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Wels trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 11:21 AM Prague | 4h32 | 3:53 PM Wels | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:21 PM Prague | 4h32 | 6:53 PM Wels | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:46 PM Prague | 9h07 | 6:53 AM Wels | 0 transfersDirect | |
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| IC 531 · Sp 3803 · IC 640 | 8:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h23 | 12:44 PM Wels Hbf | 2 transfers | |
 IC 531+ Sp 3+IC 640 | 8:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h23 | 12:44 PM Wels Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 531+Sp 3+ 912 | 8:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h49 | 1:10 PM Wels Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 531+Sp 3+914 | 8:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h49 | 2:10 PM Wels Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 531+Sp 3+950 | 8:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h19 | 1:40 PM Wels Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Wels
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Trains from Prague to Wels run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet from Prague to Wels trainsČeské dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Prague and Wels from $22 (€18). 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 Prague to Wels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague 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 Prague to Wels
Most Prague to Wels trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Wels Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wels Messe. Use this guide to compare Prague and Wels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Prague station do trains to Wels leave from?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha Masarykovo Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
Getting to Praha-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Which Wels station do trains from Prague arrive at?
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.
Getting to Wels Lokalbahn from Wels city centre
Wels Lokalbahn is 1 km from Wels city centre. Public transport options include:
Wels Lokalbahn train station facilities and services
Wels Lokalbahn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wels Lokalbahn.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wels Lokalbahn.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wels Lokalbahn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wels Lokalbahn: Bike Parking.
Getting to Wels Messe from Wels city centre
Wels Messe is 1 km from Wels city centre. Public transport options include:
Wels Messe train station facilities and services
Wels Messe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wels Messe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wels Messe.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wels Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wels Messe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wels Messe.
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