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Kunsthalle Hamburg
One of Germany’s major art museums, spanning medieval altarpieces to contemporary works across several buildings near the main station.
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
6 h 58 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bensheim to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bensheim to Hamburg will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bensheim for Hamburg on Sat, Jul 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 443 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 58 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 6 h 58 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.
FlixTrain
FlixTrainOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bensheim to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. 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 $32, and a flight costs an average of $66.
Distance: 275 miles (443 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$135 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $169 Average price | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.7kg 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 Bensheim to Hamburg:
A bus is $87 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bensheim to Hamburg costing on average $135 (€111).
A bus is $122 (€100) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bensheim to Hamburg costing on average $169 (€139).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 55m.
Bus takes on average 5h 50m.
You'll arrive about 39m sooner (4h 55m by train vs 5h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $135 (€111) compared to roughly $97 (€80) 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.
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 Bensheim to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain | 11:23 AM Mannheim Hbf | 6h58 | 6:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bensheim to Hamburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $32 (€27) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 275 miles (443 km) distance in 4h 24m.
Distance 275 miles (443 km) |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
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Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg -> Hamburg City Center, Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bensheim to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bensheim to Hamburg trains use the Bensheim to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Bensheim and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bensheim has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cafe Schmitt, Taverna Quick, Rossini, Walderdorffer Hof
Wi-Fi is available at Bensheim. ATMs are available at Bensheim.
Ticket office support is available at Bensheim. Information desks are available at Bensheim.
Luggage storage is available at Bensheim. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bensheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bensheim: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bensheim.
Bensheim-Auerbach is 2 km from Bensheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Bensheim-Auerbach 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: Poststuben, Burggraf Bräu, Zum Holzwurm, Blauer Aff
Wi-Fi is available at Bensheim-Auerbach. ATMs are available at Bensheim-Auerbach.
Ticket office support is available at Bensheim-Auerbach. Information desks are available at Bensheim-Auerbach.
Luggage storage is available at Bensheim-Auerbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bensheim-Auerbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bensheim-Auerbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bensheim-Auerbach.
Nearby hotels include Poststuben.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
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 storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona 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: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
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