1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
53 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
54 m
Trains on 09 Sept
20
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Würzburg to Bamberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Würzburg to Bamberg will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 20 trains from Würzburg to Bamberg, including 20 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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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58067
58061
58025
4605
4621
4609
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4613
4605Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Würzburg to Bamberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 70 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Würzburg to Bamberg:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Würzburg to Bamberg costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Bamberg take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 0m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (59m by train vs 1h 8m by car). Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £12 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 Regio (DB Regional).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Würzburg to Bamberg trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 9 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
58251 | 4:54 Würzburg Hbf | 1h21 | 6:15 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
58253 | 6:03 Würzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 7:15 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4781 | 6:35 Würzburg Hbf | 0h57 | 7:32 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
58257 | 7:08 Würzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 8:16 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4601 | 7:38 Würzburg Hbf | 0h54 | 8:32 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
58259 | 8:08 Würzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 9:16 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4783 | 8:35 Würzburg Hbf | 0h55 | 9:30 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
58019 | 9:07 Würzburg Hbf | 1h09 | 10:16 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4605 | 9:37 Würzburg Hbf | 0h55 | 10:32 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
58025 | 10:08 Würzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 11:16 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4785 | 10:35 Würzburg Hbf | 0h55 | 11:30 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
58027 | 11:07 Würzburg Hbf | 1h09 | 12:16 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4609 | 11:38 Würzburg Hbf | 0h54 | 12:32 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4787 | 12:35 Würzburg Hbf | 0h55 | 13:30 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4613 | 13:38 Würzburg Hbf | 0h54 | 14:32 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
58057 | 17:08 Würzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 18:16 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4621 | 17:38 Würzburg Hbf | 0h53 | 18:31 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
58061 | 18:08 Würzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 19:16 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
4793 | 18:35 Würzburg Hbf | 0h55 | 19:30 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
58067 | 19:08 Würzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 20:16 Bamberg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Würzburg to Bamberg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 55m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 0:25 |
Last train 23:46 |
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Discover the best of Bamberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bamberg trip today.
City museum in the Alte Hofhaltung with collections on Bamberg’s art and history. Good for understanding the city beyond its postcard views.
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.
Diocesan museum with sacred art, reliquaries, sculptures and treasures linked to Bamberg’s ecclesiastical past. Best for church art lovers.
Picturesque former fishermen’s district with half-timbered houses and canals. Ideal for strolling, photos and a quieter side of the old town.
Elegant rose garden beside the Neue Residenz with broad views across Bamberg’s rooftops. A favourite place for a calm break and city panorama.
Historic streetscape with baroque facades and local shops running through the old town. A rewarding route for architecture and everyday city life.
Iconic dark lager smoked over beechwood, giving a bacon-like aroma. It is Bamberg’s signature drink and central to the city’s brewing tradition.
Onion stuffed with minced pork and bacon, then braised in beer or stock. A hearty Franconian inn classic closely associated with Bamberg.
Blue poached sausages gently cooked in a vinegar-onion broth. A traditional Franconian sausage dish commonly served in Bamberg taverns.
Long-established restaurant with refined Franconian and German cooking, known for seasonal menus and a formal but welcoming dining room.
Traditional brewery inn serving Rauchbier and robust Franconian specialities in a rustic, local atmosphere.
Brewery restaurant by the river offering house beers and Franconian favourites in a polished historic setting.
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.
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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Würzburg 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.

Most Würzburg to Bamberg trains use the Würzburg Hbf to Bamberg station pair. Use this guide to compare Würzburg and Bamberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Würzburg Hbf is 1 km from Würzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Würzburg 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 options include: McDonald's, Anatolia Kebap Haus, Schönborn, Cafe am Dom
Wi-Fi is available at Würzburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Würzburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Würzburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Würzburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Würzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Würzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Würzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Würzburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Schönleber, Hotel Amberger, Pension Siegel, Dorint Hotel Würzburg.
Würzburg Süd 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 options include: Casa, Bei Peppino, Karthäuser
Wi-Fi is available at Würzburg Süd. ATMs are available at Würzburg Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Würzburg Süd. Information desks are available at Würzburg Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Würzburg Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Würzburg Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Würzburg Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Würzburg Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Amberger, Dorint Hotel Würzburg, Till Eulenspiegel, Franziskaner.
Würzburg-Zell is 4 km from Würzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Würzburg-Zell 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 options include: AN20 Lounge, Gasthaus Rose
Wi-Fi is available at Würzburg-Zell. ATMs are available at Würzburg-Zell.
Ticket office support is available at Würzburg-Zell. Information desks are available at Würzburg-Zell.
Luggage storage is available at Würzburg-Zell. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Würzburg-Zell: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Würzburg-Zell: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Würzburg-Zell.
Nearby hotels include Gasthaus Rose.
Bamberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kachelofen, Brauerei Spezial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bamberg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bamberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bamberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bamberg: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bamberg: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Bamberg, Best Western Hotel Bamberg, Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg.
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