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Pergamonmuseum (Pergamon Museum)
One of Berlin’s most famous museums on Museum Island, known for monumental antiquities including the Pergamon Altar collection displays and Near Eastern art. A major cultural highlight despite phased,
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bamberg to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bamberg to Berlin will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 17 trains that leave Bamberg for Berlin on Fri, Jun 19, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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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ICE 702Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bamberg to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $194.
Distance: 211 miles (340 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$91 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $465 Average price | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Bamberg to Berlin:
A bus is $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bamberg to Berlin costing on average $91 (€74).
A bus is $429 (€351) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bamberg to Berlin costing on average $465 (€380).
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 47m.
Bus takes on average 4h 28m.
You'll arrive about 1h 46m sooner (2h 52m by train vs 4h 38m by car). Tickets start at around $91 (€74) compared to roughly $74 (€61) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Bamberg to Berlin trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 904 | Delayed 11:59 PM 2:02 AMBamberg | 4h28 | 4:30 AM 4:30 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
ICE 604 | On time 6:18 AM Bamberg | 3h11 | 9:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 804 | Delayed 7:40 AM Bamberg | 2h25 | 8:07 AM 8:07 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 602 | On time 8:42 AM Bamberg | 2h47 | 11:29 AM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 802 | Delayed 9:41 AM Bamberg | 2h24 | 10:07 AM 10:07 AMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 600 | On time 10:42 AM Bamberg | 2h47 | 1:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 800 | Delayed 11:40 AM Bamberg | 2h25 | 12:07 PM 12:07 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 508 | On time 12:42 PM Bamberg | 2h47 | 3:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4912 · ICE 1206 | On time 12:55 PM Bamberg | 3h10 | 4:05 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 506 | On time 2:42 PM Bamberg | 2h47 | 5:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 706 | Delayed 3:40 PM Bamberg | 2h25 | 4:07 PM 4:07 PMBerlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 504 | On time 4:42 PM Bamberg | 2h47 | 7:29 PM Berlin Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4920 · ICE 90 | On time 4:55 PM Bamberg | 3h10 | 8:05 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bamberg to Berlin run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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One of Berlin’s most famous museums on Museum Island, known for monumental antiquities including the Pergamon Altar collection displays and Near Eastern art. A major cultural highlight despite phased,
A standout Museum Island institution housing Egyptian, prehistoric and classical antiquities, including the celebrated bust of Nefertiti. Essential for first-time visitors interested in archaeology.
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Berlin’s most famous historic boulevard, lined with monumental buildings and key sights. A classic walk connecting Brandenburg Gate with Museum Island and the city’s historic core.
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Moderate by Western European standards. Budget eats and transit are reasonable, while central hotels and nightlife can be pricey.
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