How to travel from Wels to Vienna

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Compare train and bus for Wels to Vienna

Omio 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 $50 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 $50, while a bus costs an average of $72.

Distance: 107 miles (173 km)

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$50

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Cheapest

$72

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$53

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2h 13m

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1h 43m

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9h 57m

Average total duration

9h 27m

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2h 19m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Wels to Vienna is a train with an average price of $50 (€42).

This is compared to other travel options from Wels to Vienna:

A train is $22 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Wels to Vienna costing on average $72 (€60).

The fastest way to travel from Wels to Vienna is by train with an average journey time of 2h 13m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Wels and Vienna including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Wels to Vienna among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 36m faster (1h 43m by train vs 2h 19m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($50 (€42) vs $53 (€45)). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Wels to Vienna

How to get from Wels to Vienna by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Wels to Vienna is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 821
    3:46 AM1h49
    Wels Hbf
    5:35 AMVienna Hbf
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 821
    3:46 AM1h49
    Wels Hbf
    5:35 AMVienna Hbf
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Westbahn79213
    9:20 AM1h37
    Wels Hbf
    10:57 AMVienna Westbahnhof
    $471One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 541
    6:16 AM1h54
    Wels Hbf
    8:10 AMVienna Hbf
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 841
    9:16 PM1h54
    Wels Hbf
    11:10 PMVienna Hbf
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • ÖBB | REXREX 50+ÖBB | InterCityIC 843
    9:53 PM2h17
    Wels Hbf
    12:10 AMVienna Hbf
    $181One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:35 PM11h45
    Wels, Eisenfeldstraße (McDonald's)
    2:20 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $761One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Wels to Vienna

Travel to Vienna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Wels to Vienna.

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There are 2 options to travel between Wels and Vienna including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Wels to Vienna is a train with an average price of $50 (€42).

This is compared to other travel options from Wels to Vienna:

A train is $22 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Wels to Vienna costing on average $72 (€60).

The fastest way to travel from Wels to Vienna is by train with an average journey time of 2h 13m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 57m.

The distance from Wels to Vienna is approximately 107 miles (173 km).
The average frequency per day from Wels to Vienna is:
  • Around 47 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Wels and Vienna as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Wels to Vienna:
  • Trains mostly depart from Wels Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Wels, Eisenfeldstraße (McDonald's) and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Wels to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with LikeBus, Euroticket, FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Wels to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 38 direct trains per day with Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
  • 0 direct buses per day with LikeBus, Euroticket.
Omio customers who travel from Wels to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Hallstatt. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.

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