What is the cheapest way to get from Villach to Wels?

The cheapest way to get from Villach to Wels is to bus which costs €25 - €55 and takes 4h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Villach to Wels?

The fastest way to get from Villach to Wels is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Villach and Wels?

No, there is no direct bus from Villach to Wels. However, there are services departing from Villach Hbf and arriving at Linz/Donau Hauptbahnhof via Linz/Donau Industriezeile. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Villach and Wels?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Villach Hbf and arriving at Wels Hbf. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Villach to Wels?

The distance between Villach and Wels is 280 km. The road distance is 261.3 km.

How do I travel from Villach to Wels without a car?

The best way to get from Villach to Wels without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €30 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Villach to Wels?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Villach to Wels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Villach to Wels bus from?

Villach to Wels bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Villach Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Villach to Wels train from?

Villach to Wels train services, operated by ÖBB Intercity, depart from Villach Hbf station.

Train or bus from Villach to Wels?

The best way to get from Villach to Wels is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €30 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €55 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Villach to Wels bus arrive?

Villach to Wels bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Linz Industriezeile station.

Where does the Villach to Wels train arrive?

Villach to Wels train services, operated by ÖBB Intercity, arrive at Salzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Villach to Wels?

Yes, the driving distance between Villach to Wels is 261 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Villach to Wels.

How do I get a train ticket from Villach to Wels?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Villach to Wels?

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Where can I stay near Wels?

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There are 4 ways to get from Villach to Wels by train, bus, night train (Trenitalia), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Salzburg Hbftrain Ic
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Wels Hbftrain 79223 / ...
3h 23m
€31–167
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Villach Hbf to Wels Hbfnighttrain Nj
4h 54m
€24–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Villach Hbf to Linz Industriezeilebus 861 / ...
4h 58m
€26–54
Drive 261.3 km
1. Drive from Villach to Welscar 261.3 km
3h 5m
€43–62

Villach to Wels by train

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 279.7 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Villach, Austria and Wels, Austria?

You can take a train from Villach Hbf to Wels Hbf via Salzburg Hbf in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Villach Hbf to Linz Industriezeile once daily. Tickets cost €23–40 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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