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Trip Summary
33 trains operate daily from Wels to Esslingen. The train trip from Wels to Esslingen is usually about 6 hours and 45 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 47 minutes.
| Distance | 220 mi (354 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 47m |
| Lowest price | $33.33 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Wels to Esslingen?
2 train services operate from Wels to Esslingen am Neckar. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 22 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 11 | 8h 45m | $73.99 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 22 | 6h 20m | $98.15 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Wels to Esslingen start from $67, and on average cost . Daily there are 22 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Esslingen am Neckar. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Wels leaves from Central Station . And in Esslingen am Neckar trains arrive at Esslingen-Zell and one other train station.
From Wels to Esslingen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Esslingen am Neckar faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 47 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Wels and Esslingen is approximately 220 miles, or 354 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 45 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 47 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Wels to Esslingen on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Wels at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 33 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Esslingen to Wels.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wels?
Main departure station: Central Station
There is one train station in Wels.
All train stations in Wels:
Central Station
Where is the train station in Esslingen?
Main arrival station: Esslingen-Zell
Esslingen receives travelers from Wels at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Esslingen:
Esslingen-Zell
Esslingen-Mettingen
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