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Compare train and bus for Bratislava to Wels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Wels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of Kč1228 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. 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 Kč1228, while a bus costs an average of Kč1814.
Distance: 141 miles (228 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
Kč1228 Average price Cheapest | Kč1814 Average price | Kč1684 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 9m Average total duration 10h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Bratislava to Wels:
A train is Kč585 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bratislava to Wels costing on average Kč1814.
Other travel options to Wels take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 9m.
Tickets start at around Kč1814 compared to roughly Kč1684 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč-129.75. The journey takes 10h 39m versus 2h 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Bratislava to Wels
How to get from Bratislava to Wels by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bratislava to Wels is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
REX 6+
RJX 7689:16 PM2h44Bratislava-Petržalka12:00 AMWels HbfKč5981One-way1 transfer
Cheapest
REX 6+
RJX 7689:16 PM2h44Bratislava-Petržalka12:00 AMWels HbfKč5981One-way1 transfer
Fastest
RJX19910+
REX 506:32 AM2h35Bratislava-Petržalka9:07 AMWels HbfKč16151One-way1 transfer
Other options
REX 6+
RJX 7648:16 PM2h44Bratislava-Petržalka11:00 PMWels HbfKč5981One-way1 transfer
REX 6+
IC 5425:46 AM2h58Bratislava-Petržalka8:44 AMWels HbfKč5981One-way1 transfer
REX 6+
RJ 82011:16 PM2h59Bratislava-Petržalka2:15 AMWels HbfKč5981One-way1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Bratislava to Wels:
A train is Kč585 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bratislava to Wels costing on average Kč1814.
Other travel options to Wels take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 9m.
- Around 17 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bratislava and Wels as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy and arrive in Wels, Eisenfeldstraße (McDonald's).
- Trains mostly depart from Bratislava-Petržalka and arrive in Wels Hbf.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Wels by bus.
- Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Wels by train.
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