Head to head

Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card vs. Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Card

Even split across the criteria below. Pick the one whose strengths match how you'll actually use it.

Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card

Bank of America

Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Card

Wells Fargo

At a glance

Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card and Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Card split the criteria evenly. Neither is the obvious all-rounder; the right pick depends on which dimensions matter to you.

Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card wins on first-year math and annual fee; Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Card wins on earning ceiling and travel insurance.

Pick the Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card if year-one math is your priority; take the Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card if you want a cheaper card to keep long-term.

Who wins what

2 vs 2
  • First-year math Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card

    Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card wins on bonus value minus annual fee.

  • Annual fee Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card

    Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card is $95 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Card

    Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Card earns more on its best category (5× vs 3×).

  • Travel insurance Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Card

    Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Card carries built-in travel insurance.

By the numbers

Annual fee
Free
$95
Welcome offer (typical value)
First-year net
+$0
$-95
Peak earning rate
Top categories
Travel
Airlines, Dining, Hotels
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
No
Yes
Elite status
No
No
Foreign transaction fee
None
None
Reward currency
Bank of America Travel Rewards Points
Wells Fargo Rewards

Welcome-offer dollar values use each program's typical-tier valuation from our signup bonus calculator. See the methodology page for sourcing details.