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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Bamberg
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€99
Average price
€123
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
413 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Bamberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Bamberg will cost around €123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €99.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Bamberg without transferring at least once.
ICE 91 · RE 460908:02AM4h30
Hamburg Hbf12:32PMBamberg
€991One-way
1 transfer
ICE 787 · RE 461310:01AM4h31
Hamburg Hbf02:32PMBamberg
€1101One-way
1 transfer
ICE 1285 · RE 461711:28AM5h04
Hamburg Hbf04:32PMBamberg
€1101One-way
1 transfer
ICE 789 · RE 461712:01PM4h31
Hamburg Hbf04:32PMBamberg
€1201One-way
1 transfer
ICE 587 · RE 478911:01AM4h29
Hamburg Hbf03:30PMBamberg
€1481One-way
1 transfer
ICE 587 · RE 478911:01AM4h29
Hamburg Hbf03:30PMBamberg
€1481One-way
1 transfer
ICE 585 · RE 478709:01AM4h29
Hamburg Hbf01:30PMBamberg
€1481One-way
1 transfer
ICE 91 · RE 460908:02AM4h30
Hamburg Hbf12:32PMBamberg
€991One-way
1 transfer
ICE 787 · RE 461310:01AM4h31
Hamburg Hbf02:32PMBamberg
€1101One-way
1 transfer
ICE 789 · RE 461712:01PM4h31
Hamburg Hbf04:32PMBamberg
€1201One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Bamberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Bamberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €100.
Distance: 413 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€110 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €151 Average price |
5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Bamberg train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 7:33 PM
Last updated at 7:33 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 91 · RE 4609 | On time 7:02 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 11:32 AM Bamberg | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 585 · RE 4787 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h29 | 12:30 PM Bamberg | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 787 · RE 4613 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h31 | 1:32 PM Bamberg | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 587 · RE 4789 | On time 10:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h29 | 2:30 PM Bamberg | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1285 · RE 4617 | On time 10:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h04 | 3:32 PM Bamberg | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 789 · RE 4617 | On time 11:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h31 | 3:32 PM Bamberg | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Bamberg
GermanyGermany
Trains from Hamburg to Bamberg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €24
Distance 413 km |
Average train duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 00:33 |
Last train 23:39 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €24
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Bamberg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg and Bamberg from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 29m
Cheapest Price
€20
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Bamberg
FAQs: Travel by train from Hamburg to Bamberg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Bamberg.
On average the Hamburg to Bamberg train time is 4 h 41 min covering the 413 km long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Hamburg to Bamberg leaves at 07: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Hamburg to Bamberg leaves at 21: 52.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Hamburg to Bamberg without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn. There are 9 direct trains from Hamburg to Bamberg each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Hamburg to Bamberg train with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to Bamberg from Hamburg as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 52.
When departing from Hamburg, you have various train station options to start your route from including Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg Airport and Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße. When arriving in Bamberg, you can end your route in train stations like Bamberg, Bamberg, Bahnhof (Vorplatz) and Bamberg, Ludwigstraße (Bahnhof).
Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bamberg, located 0.2 miles (395 m) away from the city centre.
The cheapest month to travel from Hamburg to Bamberg by train is September.
You have options as you can travel from Hamburg to Bamberg 3 different ways: coach, flight or train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Bamberg
Hamburg
Bamberg
The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg-Harburg. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg-Harburg for your trip from Hamburg to Bamberg.
Hamburg-Harburg
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
Hotel
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
Hamburg Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
Hotel
- Leonardo Inn Airport
Hamburg Dammtor
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
Hotel
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Hamburg-Altona
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
Hotel
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
Hamburg-Bergedorf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
Distance to city center
15 kmDining
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
Hotel
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
The major train station for arrivals in Bamberg is Bamberg. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bamberg for your journey to Bamberg from Hamburg.
Bamberg
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Ludwigstraße.
Dining
- Restaurant Kachelofen
- Brauerei Spezial
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel Europa Bamberg
- Best Western Hotel Bamberg
- Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 330 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
Public transit options for Bamberg
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains to nearby cities
Most popular train connections from Hamburg
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