- Must visit
Museum of Broken Relationships
Globally known museum presenting intimate stories from former relationships through donated objects, both moving and uniquely memorable.
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€71
Fastest journey
8 h 34 m
Average duration
10 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wels to Zagreb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wels to Zagreb will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 5 trains that leave Wels for Zagreb on Thu, Aug 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 300 km distance in an average of 10 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 34 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 15 h 51 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Wels to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €235.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€64 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €411 Average price | €122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wels to Zagreb:
A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wels to Zagreb costing on average €64.
A bus is €369 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wels to Zagreb costing on average €411.
Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 19m.
Train takes on average 8h 7m.
Tickets start at around €64 compared to roughly €122 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €58. The journey takes 8h 7m versus 4h 19m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Wels to Zagreb trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:46 AM Wels | 8h29 | 3:15 PM Zagreb | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:16 AM Wels | 8h38 | 5:54 PM Zagreb | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:46 AM Wels | 8h34 | 6:20 PM Zagreb | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:16 AM Wels | 8h38 | 6:54 PM Zagreb | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:24 AM Wels | 8h56 | 8:20 PM Zagreb | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:46 PM Wels | 15h51 | 8:37 AM Zagreb | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Wels to Zagreb run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 7h 57m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average train duration 8h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 7h 57m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Globally known museum presenting intimate stories from former relationships through donated objects, both moving and uniquely memorable.
Leading Croatian art museum with major collections from medieval works to modern masters, ideal for a broad cultural overview.
Major archaeology museum featuring Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Croatian finds, including the famous Zagreb mummy linen text.
Lively central square and Zagreb’s main meeting point, surrounded by historic facades, shops, and easy access to major sights.
Historic Upper Town quarter of cobbled streets, government buildings, and landmark churches, ideal for slow walks and city history.
Beloved inner-city park with shaded paths, ponds, and sculptures, offering a relaxed break near museums and the main railway station.
Štrukli are baked or boiled pastry parcels filled with fresh cheese and sour cream, a signature dish of Zagreb and Hrvatsko Zagorje served from snack to dessert.
Purica s mlincima is roast turkey with baked flatbread softened in roasting juices. It is a festive Sunday classic in Zagreb and northwestern Croatia.
Zagrebački odrezak is a breaded veal cutlet stuffed with ham and cheese, then fried. It is Zagreb's best-known city-style comfort dish.
Refined fine-dining restaurant offering contemporary Croatian tasting menus with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
Beloved traditional tavern near Dolac Market serving roast meats, sarma and local comfort food in a lively, rustic atmosphere.
Historic city-center restaurant known for Zagrebački odrezak, štrukli and classic Croatian dishes in an elegant old-world setting.
Moderate for Central Europe. Hotels rise in summer, but dining, coffee, and trams stay fairly affordable for most visitors.
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. Round up in cafes and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wels to Zagreb 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 Zagreb, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wels to Zagreb trains use the Wels Hbf to Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor station pair. Use this guide to compare Wels and Zagreb 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.
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor 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 options include: Zinfandel's Restaurant, Le Bistro Esplanade
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, Hotel Central, Palace Hotel Zagreb.
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