Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Wels to Vienna on 17 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	20:20	Wels	1h 32m	21:52	Westbahnhof
Train	20:50	Wels	1h 32m	22:22	Westbahnhof
Train	20:50	Wels	1h 24m	22:14	Vienna Hutteldorf Train Station
Train	21:20	Wels	1h 32m	22:52	Westbahnhof
Train	21:20	Wels	1h 24m	22:44	Vienna Hutteldorf Train Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Wels to Vienna

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 1 hour 24 minutes and with fares starting at just ZAR 120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

53train per day

1h 24mAverage duration

105 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceZAR 883 - ZAR 1,941	Average duration11h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceZAR 120 - ZAR 1,081	Average duration1h 24m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

WESTbahn

4.7/54 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi5.0

Based on 4 reviews, the company was rated 4.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. WESTbahn ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 120

AT train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wels to Vienna by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Wels to Vienna?
The cheapest train tickets from Wels to Vienna start from ZAR 120. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 641. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wels to Vienna?
The average train journey time from Wels to Vienna is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 105 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 24m and is operated by WESTbahn.
Which train operators serve the Wels to Vienna route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 53 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wels to Vienna?
The earliest train from Wels to Vienna departs at 05:50. And the latest train departs at 21:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

15/08

ZAR 97

16/08

ZAR 668

Today

ZAR 373

18/08

ZAR 176

19/08

ZAR 373

20/08

ZAR 373

21/08

ZAR 470

22/08

ZAR 373

The cheapest trip from Wels to Vienna was searched and found on 15 Aug 2026 with a price of ZAR 97

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wels to Vienna as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ZAR 97 to ZAR 1,471 for a train ticket from Wels to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 176, which is on 2026-08-18.

What's the cheapest way to go from Wels to Vienna?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time11h 45m	Avg priceZAR 1,147	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 24m	Avg priceZAR 641	Daily departures53

The best way to travel between Wels and Vienna is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost ZAR 641 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from ZAR 120. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Vienna, choose the train, as it will take you from Wels to Vienna in about 1h 24m – that's the fastest way to get there!