4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Bamberg
Cheapest price
€153
Average price
€169
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
413 km
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 €169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €153.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hamburg for Bamberg on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 413 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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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
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Bamberg trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 785 · 4609 | On time 7:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h31 | 11:32 AM Bamberg | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1285 · 58041 | On time 8:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h55 | 1:16 PM Bamberg | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 509 | On time 8:49 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 2:15 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 787 · 4613 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h31 | 1:32 PM Bamberg | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 73 · IC 2155 · ICE 690 · ICE 509 | On time 9:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 2:15 PM Bamberg | 3 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Bamberg
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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.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 413 km distance in 4h 29m.
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 |
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
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Bamberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Bamberg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bamberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Bamberg
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- 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.
- Restaurant Kachelofen
- Brauerei Spezial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Bamberg
- Best Western Hotel Bamberg
- Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains to nearby cities
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