- Must visit
Kunsthistorisches Museum
World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 03
$18
Average ticket price on Sep 03
$51
Fastest journey on Sep 03
1 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Sep 03
1 h 32 m
Trains on Sep 03
79
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wels to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wels to Vienna will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
On Thu, Sep 03, we found 79 trains from Wels to Vienna, including 58 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 03 the direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Thu, Sep 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.
RJX 769
RJX19979+
REX 2
IC 543
RJ 821
REX 2+
RJ 256
RJX 761
RJX 769
961
927
969Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wels to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $51, while a train costs an average of $51.
Distance: 107 miles (173 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Wels to Vienna:
A train is $22 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Wels to Vienna costing on average $73.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 27m.
The journey is about 36m faster (1h 43m by train vs 2h 19m by car) and roughly $3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($51 vs $55). 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 Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Wels to Vienna trains for today, Wednesday, September 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
921 | 3:50 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 5:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
991 | 4:20 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 5:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
923 | 4:50 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 6:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
79219 | 5:20 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 6:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
925 | 5:50 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 7:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
967 | 6:20 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
927 | 6:50 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 8:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
79221 | 7:20 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 8:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
929 | 7:50 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 9:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
969 | 8:20 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 9:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
931 | 8:50 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 10:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
79223 | 9:20 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 10:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 3 | |||||
RJ 821 | 3:54 AM Wels Hbf | 1h41 | 5:35 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 821 | 3:54 AM Wels Hbf | 2h03 | 5:57 AM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 256+ IC 1249+ REX 2 | 5:05 AM Wels Hbf | 2h22 | 7:27 AM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
RJ 256+ REX 2 | 5:05 AM Wels Hbf | 2h02 | 7:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
NJ 40236 | 5:41 AM Wels Hbf | 2h17 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 13487 | 5:41 AM Wels Hbf | 2h17 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
901 | 5:50 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 7:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 769 | 6:01 AM Wels Hbf | 1h56 | 7:57 AM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 769 | 6:01 AM Wels Hbf | 1h31 | 7:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 541 | 6:16 AM Wels Hbf | 2h11 | 8:27 AM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 541 | 6:16 AM Wels Hbf | 1h47 | 8:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
951 | 6:20 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 7:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
903 | 6:50 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 8:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 761 | 7:01 AM Wels Hbf | 1h31 | 8:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 761+ RJ 655 | 7:01 AM Wels Hbf | 1h56 | 8:57 AM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
IC 543 | 7:16 AM Wels Hbf | 1h47 | 9:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 543 | 7:16 AM Wels Hbf | 2h11 | 9:27 AM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
953 | 7:20 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 8:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 40421+ REX 2 | 7:42 AM Wels Hbf | 2h06 | 9:48 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX19979+ REX 2 | 7:42 AM Wels Hbf | 1h50 | 9:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX19979+ REX 2 | 7:42 AM Wels Hbf | 2h15 | 9:57 AM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
905 | 7:50 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 9:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 545 | 8:16 AM Wels Hbf | 1h47 | 10:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 545 | 8:16 AM Wels Hbf | 2h11 | 10:27 AM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
955 | 8:20 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 9:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
907 | 8:50 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 10:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19973+ REX 51 | 8:53 AM Wels Hbf | 1h39 | 10:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX19973+ RJ 657+ REX 51 | 8:53 AM Wels Hbf | 2h04 | 10:57 AM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
IC 547 | 9:16 AM Wels Hbf | 2h11 | 11:27 AM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 547 | 9:16 AM Wels Hbf | 1h47 | 11:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79213 | 9:20 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 10:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
909 | 9:50 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 11:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19981+ REX 50 | 9:53 AM Wels Hbf | 2h04 | 11:57 AM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
RJX19981+ REX 50 | 9:53 AM Wels Hbf | 1h39 | 11:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 549 | 10:16 AM Wels Hbf | 2h11 | 12:27 PM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 549 | 10:16 AM Wels Hbf | 1h47 | 12:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
961 | 10:20 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 11:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
911 | 10:50 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 12:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19975+ RJ 659+ REX 51 | 10:53 AM Wels Hbf | 2h04 | 12:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
RJX19975+ REX 51 | 10:53 AM Wels Hbf | 1h39 | 12:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1211+ REX 51 · REX17156 | 10:53 AM Wels Hbf | 2h21 | 1:14 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1211+ REX 51 | 10:53 AM Wels Hbf | 1h54 | 12:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 641 | 11:16 AM Wels Hbf | 1h47 | 1:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 641 | 11:16 AM Wels Hbf | 2h11 | 1:27 PM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
79215 | 11:20 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 12:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
913 | 11:50 AM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 1:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19983+ REX 50 | 11:53 AM Wels Hbf | 2h04 | 1:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
RJX 63+ REX 50 | 11:53 AM Wels Hbf | 1h39 | 1:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 643 | 12:16 PM Wels Hbf | 2h11 | 2:27 PM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 643 | 12:16 PM Wels Hbf | 1h47 | 2:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
963 | 12:20 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 1:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
915 | 12:50 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 2:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 186+ RJ 551+ REX 50 | 12:53 PM Wels Hbf | 2h04 | 2:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
RJX 186+ REX 50 | 12:53 PM Wels Hbf | 1h39 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 1213 | 1:11 PM Wels Hbf | 1h36 | 2:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 1213+ REX17164 | 1:11 PM Wels Hbf | 2h03 | 3:14 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
IC 645 | 1:16 PM Wels Hbf | 1h47 | 3:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 645 | 1:16 PM Wels Hbf | 2h11 | 3:27 PM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
957 | 1:20 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 2:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
917 | 1:50 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 3:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19985+ REX 50 | 1:53 PM Wels Hbf | 2h04 | 3:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
RJX 65+ REX 50 | 1:53 PM Wels Hbf | 1h39 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 647 | 2:16 PM Wels Hbf | 2h11 | 4:27 PM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 647 | 2:16 PM Wels Hbf | 1h47 | 4:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
965 | 2:20 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 3:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
919 | 2:50 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 4:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
959 | 3:20 PM Wels Hbf | 1h32 | 4:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Wels to Vienna run on average 47 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 38 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Trains per day 47 |
Direct trains 38 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
Home to Klimt’s The Kiss and outstanding Austrian art in a Baroque palace. A top stop for art lovers and one of Vienna’s signature museums.
Albertina combines major temporary shows with prints, drawings, and modern art. Its state rooms and central location make it especially appealing.
Circular boulevard lined with palaces, museums, parks, and public buildings. It is the classic route for understanding Vienna’s grand nineteenth-century core.
UNESCO-listed historic center with medieval lanes, imperial landmarks, churches, and elegant squares. Essential for first-time visitors and easy walking.
Large cultural district of museums, courtyards, seating areas, and events. It mixes major institutions with a lively urban atmosphere day and night.
Breaded veal cutlet fried until crisp, then served with lemon or potato salad. It is Vienna’s signature dish and a classic of the city’s traditional cuisine.
Slow-cooked boiled beef in broth, usually served with apple-horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes. A beloved imperial-era Viennese specialty.
Thin pancakes filled with apricot jam, quark, or curd cheese and baked with butter. A comforting dessert found in classic Viennese kitchens.
Historic restaurant by St. Stephen’s Cathedral, known for Wiener Schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in an elegant, old-Vienna setting.
Refined restaurant famous for Tafelspitz and formal Viennese dining. It offers polished service and a grand atmosphere near the Stadtpark.
Traditional beer hall serving Austrian comfort food, local beer, and hearty portions in a lively, rustic setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but transit is good value and many sights can be enjoyed on a mid-range budget.
Service is often included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up in cafes and taxis.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wels to Vienna 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 Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wels to Vienna trains use the Wels Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Wien Westbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Wels and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Wels Lokalbahn is 1 km from Wels city centre. Public transport options include:
Wels Lokalbahn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wels Lokalbahn.
ATMs are available at Wels Lokalbahn.
Available at Wels Lokalbahn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wels Lokalbahn: Bike Parking.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
Wien Hütteldorf is 8 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hütteldorf 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Hütteldorfer, Gasthaus Maria Brunn
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hütteldorf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Hütteldorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Hütteldorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hütteldorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hütteldorf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel An der Wien, Hotel Kreiner, Hotel Hadrigan.
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