Hamburg to Bamberg train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Bamberg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£36

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£51

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

4 h 29 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

4 h 35 m

Trains on 17 Sept

5

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 travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hamburg to Bamberg will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 5 trains from Hamburg to Bamberg, including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 413 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 41 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 509
    10:344h41
    Hamburg Hbf
    15:15Bamberg
    £361One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 507
    8:344h41
    Hamburg Hbf
    13:15Bamberg
    £451One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 787 · 4613
    10:014h31
    Hamburg Hbf
    14:32Bamberg
    £561One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 785 · 4609
    8:014h31
    Hamburg Hbf
    12:32Bamberg
    £561One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 585 · 4787
    9:014h29
    Hamburg Hbf
    13:30Bamberg
    £631One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach 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 coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £285.

Distance: 413 km

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Coach
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Driving

£73

Average Price

£37

Average Price

Cheapest

£285

Average Price

£20

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 42m

Average total duration

7h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

15h 33m

Average total duration

13h 33m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 56m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

1.2 - 2.5kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Bamberg is a coach with an average price of £37.

This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Bamberg:

A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Bamberg costing on average £73.

A coach is £248 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Bamberg costing on average £285.

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Bamberg is by train with an average journey time of 5h 5m.

Other travel options to Bamberg take longer:

Coach takes on average 7h 12m.

Flight takes on average 13h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg and Bamberg including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 51m sooner (5h 5m by train vs 5h 56m by car). Tickets start at around £73 compared to roughly £20 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Hamburg to Bamberg train times

The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Bamberg trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 785 · 4609
On time
8:01 Hamburg Hbf
4h31
12:32 Bamberg
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 507
Delayed
8:34 Hamburg Hbf
4h41
11:19 11:19Bamberg
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 585 · 4787
On time
9:01 Hamburg Hbf
4h29
13:30 Bamberg
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 787 · 4613
On time
10:01 Hamburg Hbf
4h31
14:32 Bamberg
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 509
Delayed
10:34 Hamburg Hbf
4h41
13:19 13:19Bamberg
0 changesdirect

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On the journey from Bamberg to Hamburg, I had to change trains once in Berlin Hauptbahnhof. There, I had had 16 minutes to change trains. However, as the first train was 15 minutes late, it was possible to miss the connecting train. But the staff gave me friendly advice and let me wait for the connecting train so that I could change trains in a relaxed manner. Overall, it was a relaxed journey on both trains because everything worked. The cleanliness, comfort and service were also perfect on both trains.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Bamberg

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Trains from Hamburg to Bamberg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 413 km distance in 4h 19m.

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
Distance
413 km
Average train duration
5h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
4h 19m
First train
0:33
Last train
23:33
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg to Bamberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg and Bamberg from £20. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
4h 19m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£20
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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
  • WC
2nd Class
  • Power plugs
  • WC

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
4h 29m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£67
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
25 a day

Complete guide to Bamberg

Things to do in Bamberg

Discover the best of Bamberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bamberg trip today.

  • Recommended

Historisches Museum Bamberg

City museum in the Alte Hofhaltung with collections on Bamberg’s art and history. Good for understanding the city beyond its postcard views.

  • Recommended

Sammlung Ludwig Bamberg

Art museum focused on modern and contemporary works in a former palace by the Regnitz. Compact, thoughtful and easy to combine with a walk nearby.

  • Recommended

Diözesanmuseum Bamberg

Diocesan museum with sacred art, reliquaries, sculptures and treasures linked to Bamberg’s ecclesiastical past. Best for church art lovers.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are fairly priced, and local buses are reasonable. Tourist areas can cost more, but Bamberg is often cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-14 for fast food or simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.80-4.20 for cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.

FAQs: Hamburg to Bamberg train

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg to Bamberg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £73.
The train journey from Hamburg to Bamberg covers a distance of 413 km and takes approximately 4h 19m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Hamburg to Bamberg is 413 km.
The first train from Hamburg to Bamberg leaves at 0:33.
The last train from Hamburg to Bamberg departs at 23:33.
Trains from Hamburg to Bamberg run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hamburg and Bamberg. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Hamburg to Bamberg, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Hamburg to Bamberg.
The train station in Hamburg that goes to Bamberg is Hamburg Hbf, and it arrives at Bamberg.
The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Bamberg is by train, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Hamburg to Bamberg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hamburg to Bamberg offers varied scenery, including the picturesque landscapes of Lower Saxony and the Franconian region. Passengers can enjoy views of rolling hills, expansive fields, and charming villages typical of the German countryside.
A day trip from Hamburg to Bamberg is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 19m. However, there are 8 train trips available per day for this 413 km journey.
To fully experience Bamberg, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended. This allows you to explore its UNESCO-listed old town, visit its historic cathedrals, and enjoy the local breweries.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg to Bamberg.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Bamberg

Most Hamburg to Bamberg trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Bamberg station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Bamberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hamburg
Arrival train stations in Bamberg

Which Hamburg station do trains to Bamberg leave from?

Trains from Hamburg to Bamberg leave from Hamburg Hbf. The station is 3 km from Hamburg city centre at Hachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, Germany.
Hamburg HbfHachmannplatz 16, 20099 Hamburg, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre

Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5, S3, S1 · 2m · £3 · every ~44 min
BusX35, 16, 606, 17, 6 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
SubwayU4, U2 · 1m · £2 · every ~33 min

Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services

Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.

Hamburg-HarburgHamburg-Harburg, Hannoversche Str. 85, 21079 HamburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre

Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS3, S5 · 10m · £3 · every ~25 min
S3, S5 · 18m · £3 · every ~14 min
Bus641 · 24m · £3

Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services

Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.

Hamburg AirportHamburg Airport (Flughafen), Flughafenstraße 1, 22335 HamburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre

Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS1 · 28m · £3 · every ~13 min
BusN73, 353, 198, 172 · 30m · £0.90
606 · 42m · £4
105 · 54m · £6 · every ~5 min

Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services

Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.

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