- Must visit
Museum am Strom
The city’s main museum presents local archaeology, Hildegard heritage, and Bingen’s Roman and medieval history in one place.
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$133
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Bingen am Rhein is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Bingen am Rhein will cost around $133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 12 trains that leave Hamburg for Bingen am Rhein on Wed, Aug 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 12 the direct trains cover the 427 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 12 m .
On Wed, Aug 12 the slowest trains will take 6 h 10 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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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Bingen am Rhein among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 $42, and a flight costs an average of $168.
Distance: 265 miles (427 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$164 Average price | $192 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 20m Average total duration 12h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg 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 Hamburg to Bingen am Rhein:
A bus is $114 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Bingen am Rhein costing on average $164 (€133).
A bus is $142 (€115) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Bingen am Rhein costing on average $192 (€156).
Other travel options to Bingen am Rhein take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 19m.
Bus takes on average 12h 50m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (5h 19m by train vs 6h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $164 (€133) compared to roughly $32 (€26) 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 Hamburg to Bingen am Rhein trains for today, Tuesday, August 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:29 AM Hamburg | 6h04 | 2:33 PM Bingen am Rhein | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Hamburg to Bingen am Rhein run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $156 (€127) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 265 miles (427 km) distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 265 miles (427 km) |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $156 (€127) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
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Discover the best of Bingen am Rhein — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bingen am Rhein trip today.
The city’s main museum presents local archaeology, Hildegard heritage, and Bingen’s Roman and medieval history in one place.
Small exhibition at Burg Klopp focusing on the castle, town history, and strategic importance above the Rhine.
Memorial museum documenting Hildegard’s life, writings, and influence, valuable for visitors interested in spirituality and medieval culture.
Modern Rhine waterfront park with promenades, river views, events, and easy access to several of Bingen’s signature sights.
Popular lookout area near the monument and cable car, prized for iconic Rhine valley panoramas opposite Bingen.
Scenic riverside route ideal for walks and cycling, with open Rhine panoramas and views toward the UNESCO Upper Middle Rhine Valley.
Riesling wine from the Mittelrhein and nearby Rheinhessen is central to local dining, prized for crisp acidity and steep-slope vineyard heritage along the Rhine.
Spundekäs is a creamy cheese spread of fresh cheese, sour cream and spices, usually served with pretzels. It is a classic wine tavern snack in the Rhine region.
Handkäse mit Musik is a pungent sour milk cheese marinated with onions and vinegar. It is a rustic regional specialty popular in taverns across the Rhine-Hesse area.
Traditional wine tavern style dining with local Rieslings and hearty Rhine-Hesse dishes in a relaxed, classic setting.
Historic restaurant in Burg Klopp with Rhine views, known for regional German dishes and a refined but approachable atmosphere.
Established riverfront venue focused on regional cuisine, wine and scenic Rhine views, popular for leisurely lunches and dinners.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and Rhine tourism can raise prices, but casual dining and local transit stay reasonable versus larger tourist cities.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Bingen (Rhein) Hauptbahnhof -> Bingen am Rhein City Center (Rathausstraße)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Bingen am Rhein 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 Bingen am Rhein, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Bingen am Rhein trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Bingen(Rhein) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Bingen(Rhein) Stadt. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Bingen am Rhein train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Dammtor is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Dammtor 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: Hunt Coffee, Haerlin, Gran Sasso, Double Coffee
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Dammtor. ATMs are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Information desks are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hanseatin, Renaissance, Hotel Preuß, Hotel Amsterdam.
Bingen(Rhein) Hbf is 1 km from Bingen am Rhein city centre. Public transport options include:
Bingen(Rhein) 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: Eiscafe Rialto, Primavera Pizzeria, Zum Geschwollenen Herz, Konditorei & Cafe Röthgen
Wi-Fi is available at Bingen(Rhein) Hbf. ATMs are available at Bingen(Rhein) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bingen(Rhein) Hbf. Information desks are available at Bingen(Rhein) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bingen(Rhein) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bingen(Rhein) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bingen(Rhein) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bingen(Rhein) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Römerhof, NH Bingen, Hotel Köppel, Hotel Würth am Freidhof.
Bingen(Rhein) Stadt 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: Eiscafe Rialto, Primavera Pizzeria, Zum Geschwollenen Herz, Konditorei & Cafe Röthgen
Wi-Fi is available at Bingen(Rhein) Stadt. ATMs are available at Bingen(Rhein) Stadt.
Ticket office support is available at Bingen(Rhein) Stadt. Information desks are available at Bingen(Rhein) Stadt.
Luggage storage is available at Bingen(Rhein) Stadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bingen(Rhein) Stadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bingen(Rhein) Stadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bingen(Rhein) Stadt.
Nearby hotels include NH Bingen, Hotel Köppel, Hotel Krone, Hotel Würth am Freidhof.
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