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Museum der Stadt Bensheim
Bensheim’s city museum presents local history, archaeology, and art in a compact setting ideal for understanding the town’s past.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Bensheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Bensheim will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 3 trains from Berlin to Bensheim, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 460 km distance in an average of 4 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 5 h 3 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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Trains from Berlin to Bensheim run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 but you can travel from only $28 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 285 miles (460 km) distance in 4h 22m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Berlin to Bensheim.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Bensheim trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:05 PM Berlin | 4h47 | 6:52 PM Bensheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 4 | |||||
![]() | 7:00 AM Berlin | 4h43 | 11:43 AM Bensheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:04 AM Berlin | 5h03 | 2:07 PM Bensheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 AM Berlin | 4h53 | 3:13 PM Bensheim | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Berlin to Bensheim with Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Bensheim’s city museum presents local history, archaeology, and art in a compact setting ideal for understanding the town’s past.
Specialized museum on regional handbell and foundry history, appealing to visitors interested in craftsmanship and industrial heritage.
Historic park ensemble with interpretation on courtly leisure and landscape design; museum-like for culture-focused visitors.
Bensheim’s central market square is lined with historic buildings and hosts events, making it the main place to feel the town’s atmosphere.
Landscaped historic park with pavilions, water features, and woodland paths. One of the region’s finest walking areas.
Charming old-town area with half-timbered houses, lanes, and shops. Best for a relaxed walk and discovering Bensheim’s historic core.
Dry Hessian Riesling from the Bergstraße wine region. It is the area’s signature wine, shaped by sunny slopes and a long local winemaking tradition.
A crisp sparkling wine produced from local grapes. Sekt is widely enjoyed in Hessian wine towns for celebrations and aperitifs.
Soft hand cheese served with onions, vinegar and oil. A classic Hessian tavern dish, often eaten with bread and local wine.
Well-regarded restaurant with refined German and seasonal cuisine. Elegant setting suited to a higher-end meal in central Bensheim.
Traditional Hessian and German restaurant in the old town, known for regional classics, local wine and a cozy historic atmosphere.
Classic wine tavern focused on Bergstraße wines and regional dishes. Relaxed, traditional atmosphere popular for local specialties.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, local transit is reasonable, and tourist costs are lower than in Frankfurt or Munich.
Service is often included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is customary. In cafes and taxis, round up to the nearest euro or leave a small tip.
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Bensheim Bahnhof -> Bensheim Marktplatz
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Bensheim.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Bensheim 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 Bensheim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Bensheim trains use the Berlin Hbf to Bensheim station pair, with some services arriving at Bensheim-Auerbach. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Bensheim train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau 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: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz 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: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
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.
Check train stations information for Berlin and Bensheim, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.