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Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna
One of Europe’s great fine-arts museums, known for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand historic interiors.
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wels to Vienna International Airport 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 International Airport will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 3 trains that leave Wels for Vienna International Airport on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wels to Vienna International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, and a bus costs an average of $55.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wels to Vienna International Airport:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Wels to Vienna International Airport costing on average $74 (€61).
Other travel options to Vienna International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 20m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (1h 57m by train vs 2h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $63 (€52) compared to roughly $57 (€47) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Westbahn.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Wels to Vienna International Airport trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:16 AM Wels | 2h11 | 9:27 AM Vienna International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:53 AM Wels | 2h18 | 10:11 AM Vienna International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:16 AM Wels | 2h11 | 10:27 AM Vienna International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Wels to Vienna International Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 6:24 AM |
Last train 8:16 PM |
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One of Europe’s great fine-arts museums, known for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand historic interiors.
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Major museum and gallery famous for graphic arts, Monet to Picasso, and important rotating exhibitions in an imperial setting.
The old town core with imperial streets, churches, elegant facades, and many of the city’s essential sights within walking distance.
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Airport prices are higher than in central Vienna. Snacks and coffee are costly, while sit-down meals are notably expensive for most travelers.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants and cafés. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are optional for quick counter service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wels to Vienna International Airport 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 International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wels to Vienna International Airport 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 International Airport 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 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.
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.
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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