The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Wels
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
5
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Wels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Wels will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Salzburg for Wels on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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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Live departures
Salzburg to Wels train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Wels trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:18 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h01 | 5:19 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 5:49 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 6:19 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 6:49 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 7:19 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 7:49 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 547 | 7:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 8:14 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 8:19 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 8:49 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 549 | 8:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 9:14 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 9:19 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 9:49 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 641 | 9:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h03 | 10:14 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 10:19 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 10:49 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 11:19 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 11:49 AM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 12:49 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 1:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 1:49 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 2:49 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 3:49 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 4:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 4:49 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 5:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 5:49 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 6:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 6:49 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 7:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 7:49 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 8:19 PM Wels Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Wels
Trains from Salzburg to Wels run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:46 |
Train companies: Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB Nightjet from Salzburg to Wels trainsWestbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Salzburg and Wels from $6 (€5). 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 Salzburg to Wels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Wels
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 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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