Routing number 121042882
Routing number 121042882 belongs to Wells Fargo. It is used for ACH transfers and direct deposit.
Last verified May 29, 2026.
- Bank
- Wells Fargo
- ABA checksum
- Valid ABA format
- Primary use
- ACH / direct deposit
121042882 is the Wells Fargo ACH / direct-deposit routing number used nationwide. For wire transfers Wells Fargo uses 121000248.
What is routing number 121042882 used for?
A routing number is a nine-digit code that identifies a US bank or credit union in the payment system. Routing number 121042882 identifies Wells Fargo. Paired with your account number, it tells money where to go. Use it for direct deposit, ACH bill payments, and linking your Wells Fargo account to other banks or payment apps.
- Setting up direct deposit for a paycheck or benefit.
- Authorizing ACH payments and automatic bill pay.
- Sending or receiving transfers between bank accounts.
How to confirm this is your routing number
Wells Fargo routing numbers can vary by the state where you opened your account and by the type of transfer, so confirm 121042882 is the right number for you before sharing it:
- Read it from the bottom-left of one of your checks (the MICR line).
- Open account details in the Wells Fargo app or website.
- See every Wells Fargo routing number on the Wells Fargo routing number page.
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Confirm before you share
This page is verified reference data, not a substitute for your own records. Routing numbers can vary by where you opened your account and by transfer type. Always confirm your routing number on a voided check or in your banking app before sharing it for direct deposit or a transfer.
Frequently asked questions
What bank has routing number 121042882?
Routing number 121042882 belongs to Wells Fargo. It is used for ACH transfers and direct deposit. Confirm it is the right number for your account before sharing it.
Is 121042882 a valid routing number?
Yes. 121042882 is a structurally valid nine-digit ABA routing number — it passes the ABA mod-10 check-digit formula — and it is listed for Wells Fargo in our directory.
Can I use 121042882 for a wire transfer?
121042882 is an ACH / direct-deposit routing number. Wire transfers often use a different number, so if you are sending or receiving a wire, ask Wells Fargo which routing number to use.
How do I confirm routing number 121042882 is right for my account?
Check the bottom-left of one of your Wells Fargo checks (the nine-digit number in the MICR line), or open account details in the Wells Fargo app or website. Routing numbers can vary by state and by transfer type, so confirm yours before sharing it.
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