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Staatsgalerie in der Neuen Residenz
Art and history collections in the New Residence, including galleries and lavish princely rooms on Cathedral Square.
Cheapest price on Aug 31
zł400
Average ticket price on Aug 31
zł449
Fastest journey on Aug 31
4 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
4 h 44 m
Trains on Aug 31
20
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bochum to Bamberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bochum to Bamberg will cost around zł449 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł400.
It's difficult to get from Bochum to Bamberg without transferring at least 2 times.



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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bochum to Bamberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł119 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł119, while a train costs an average of zł323.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł323 Average price | zł119 Average price Cheapest | zł290 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg 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 Bochum to Bamberg:
A bus is zł204 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bochum to Bamberg costing on average zł323.
A bus is zł1516 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bochum to Bamberg costing on average zł1635.
Other travel options to Bamberg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 39m.
Bus takes on average 7h 35m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (4h 39m by train vs 4h 45m by car). Tickets start at around zł323 compared to roughly zł290 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.
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 Bochum to Bamberg trains for today, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:25 PM Bochum | 4h51 | 6:16 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:48 PM Bochum | 4h43 | 6:31 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:27 PM Bochum | 4h49 | 7:16 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:25 PM Bochum | 4h51 | 8:16 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:48 PM Bochum | 4h44 | 8:32 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:27 PM Bochum | 4h49 | 9:16 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:48 PM Bochum | 4h44 | 10:32 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:27 PM Bochum | 5h03 | 11:30 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:48 PM Bochum | 10h27 | 6:15 AM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:48 PM Bochum | 8h44 | 7:32 AM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:55 AM Bochum | 5h21 | 9:16 AM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:19 AM Bochum | 4h57 | 10:16 AM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:36 AM Bochum | 4h56 | 10:32 AM Bamberg | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 6:24 AM Bochum | 4h52 | 11:16 AM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:19 AM Bochum | 4h57 | 12:16 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:27 AM Bochum | 5h03 | 1:30 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:48 AM Bochum | 4h44 | 2:32 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:27 AM Bochum | 4h49 | 3:16 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:29 AM Bochum | 4h47 | 4:16 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:27 PM Bochum | 4h49 | 5:16 PM Bamberg | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bochum to Bamberg run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł230 but you can travel from only zł119 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price zł230 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 12:36 AM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Bamberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bamberg trip today.
Art and history collections in the New Residence, including galleries and lavish princely rooms on Cathedral Square.
Museum inside the Alte Hofhaltung presenting Bamberg's cultural history from prehistory to the Baroque period.
Collection dedicated to writer E. T. A. Hoffmann, exploring his life, works, and Bamberg years in a compact house museum.
Bamberg's famous riverside of old fishermen's houses; one of the city's most photographed and atmospheric walks.
The cathedral district on the hill, packed with major monuments, courtyards, and classic views over Bamberg.
Scenic rose garden behind the New Residence with benches, flowers, and one of Bamberg's best panoramic viewpoints.
Smoked lager from Bamberg, traditionally kilned over beechwood. It is the city’s signature drink and tastes distinctly smoky yet balanced.
Onion stuffed with minced pork, bacon, and bread, then braised in beer sauce. A Franconian inn classic strongly associated with Bamberg.
Potato dumplings, often served with roast meats and gravy. They are a staple across Franconia and common on traditional Bamberg menus.
Well-known brewery inn serving smoked beer and classic regional fare. Rustic rooms and a strong local reputation.
Historic brewery tavern famed for Rauchbier and hearty Franconian dishes. Lively, traditional atmosphere in Bamberg’s old town.
Traditional Franconian restaurant by the river, known for polished regional cooking and a more refined old-town setting.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are below Munich, but tourist areas raise prices. Transit is reasonable, and many sights are walkable.
Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is normal.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bochum 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 Bochum to Bamberg trains use the Bochum Hbf to Bamberg station pair. Use this guide to compare Bochum and Bamberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bochum 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: TwinTower, Holzfaß, Steakhaus El Rancho, Döner Saray Urfa Ocakbaşı
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum Hbf. ATMs are available at Bochum Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bochum Hbf. Information desks are available at Bochum Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bochum Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bochum Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bochum Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ostmeier, Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus, Mercure Hotel Bochum City.
Bochum West 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: TwinTower, Vecchio Torchio, Osteria al, Holzfaß, Steakhaus El Rancho
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum West. ATMs are available at Bochum West.
Ticket office support is available at Bochum West. Information desks are available at Bochum West.
Luggage storage is available at Bochum West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bochum West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bochum West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum West.
Nearby hotels include Ostmeier, Hotel Fey, Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus.
Bochum-Ehrenfeld is 1 km from Bochum city centre. Public transport options include:
Bochum-Ehrenfeld 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: Vecchio Torchio, Osteria al, Sortie, Mandragora, Farina
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld. ATMs are available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld.
Ticket office support is available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld. Information desks are available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld.
Luggage storage is available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum-Ehrenfeld.
Nearby hotels include Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus, Hotel City West.
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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