The cheapest and fastest trains from Wels to Salzburg
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wels to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wels to Salzburg will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 31 trains that leave Wels for Salzburg on Fri, Dec 19, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 57 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
Wels to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Wels to Salzburg trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:11 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 3:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:11 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 4:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:41 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 4:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:11 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 5:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:41 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 5:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:11 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 6:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:41 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 6:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:11 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 7:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:41 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 7:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 8:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:41 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 8:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 9:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:11 PM Wels Hbf | 1h01 | 10:12 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 19 | |||||
![]() | 12:41 AM Wels Hbf | 1h01 | 1:42 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:11 AM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 7:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:41 AM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 7:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 AM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 8:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:41 AM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 8:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 542 | 7:46 AM Wels Hbf | 1h03 | 8:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 AM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 9:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:41 AM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 9:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 544 | 8:46 AM Wels Hbf | 1h03 | 9:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:11 AM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 10:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:41 AM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 10:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 546 | 9:46 AM Wels Hbf | 1h03 | 10:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:11 AM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 11:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:41 AM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 11:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:11 AM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 12:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:41 AM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 12:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:11 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 1:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:11 PM Wels Hbf | 0h57 | 2:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wels to Salzburg
Trains from Wels to Salzburg run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. 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 57m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:46 |
Train companies: Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | REX from Wels to Salzburg trainsWestbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | REX trains will get you between Wels and Salzburg 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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ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Wels to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wels to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wels to Salzburg
- 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
- 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
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