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Gustav-Lübcke-Museum
Hamm’s main city museum presents archaeology, local history, and changing exhibitions in a respected cultural venue.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€29
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€50
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Hamm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Hamm will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Hamburg to Hamm, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 258 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 42 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Hamm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €58, while a flight costs an average of €420.
Distance: 160 miles (258 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€58 Average price Cheapest | €420 Average price | €47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Hamm:
A train is €361 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Hamm costing on average €420.
Other travel options to Hamm take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 53m.
You'll arrive about 43m sooner (2h 53m by train vs 3h 36m by car). Tickets start at around €58 compared to roughly €47 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 Hamm trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:27 AM Hamburg | 3h23 | 6:50 AM Hamm | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:01 AM Hamburg | 2h48 | 6:49 AM Hamm | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:42 AM Hamburg | 3h14 | 10:56 AM Hamm | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Hamburg | 2h52 | 11:37 AM Hamm | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:01 AM Hamburg | 2h52 | 11:53 AM Hamm | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Hamburg | 2h48 | 11:58 AM Hamm | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:35 PM Hamburg | 12h31 | 11:06 AM Hamm | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 1:33 AM Hamburg | 4h42 | 6:15 AM Hamm | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hamburg to Hamm run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (258 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 160 miles (258 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Hamm — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamm trip today.
Hamm’s main city museum presents archaeology, local history, and changing exhibitions in a respected cultural venue.
Specialized railway museum with historic locomotives, wagons, and exhibits that reflect Hamm’s major rail heritage.
Mining-focused museum and heritage site documenting the Radbod colliery and the industrial history of the region.
Large leisure park with the famous glass elephant, gardens, play areas, and broad walking routes for all ages.
Hamm’s central square and shopping heart, useful for orientation and pleasant for everyday city life and events.
Main pedestrian shopping street with historic city-center atmosphere and easy access to churches and public spaces.
A rustic Westphalian stew of beans, pears and bacon. It reflects the hearty farm cooking long associated with the region around Hamm.
Coarse rye bread from Westphalia, traditionally baked dark and moist. It is a regional staple often served with ham, cheese or butter.
Cured Westphalian ham, lightly smoked and air-dried. It is one of the region’s best-known specialties and pairs well with pumpernickel.
Refined German dining in an elegant setting, known for seasonal menus and polished service. A strong choice for a fine dining meal in Hamm.
Established restaurant for German and European staples in a relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for casual dining with broad local appeal.
Traditional German brewery-style venue with hearty regional dishes and beer-focused dining. Good for classic Westphalian comfort food.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, meals, and local transit are usually cheaper than in major cities like Munich or Frankfurt, but not as low as smaller rural towns.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Hamm (Westf) Hbf -> Marktplatz Hamm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Hamm 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 Hamm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Hamm trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Hamm(Westf) station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Hamm 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-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.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Hamm(Westf) 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: Heinrich, Domino's, Isenbeck Deele, Asia Bistro Lotus Hamm
Wi-Fi is available at Hamm(Westf). ATMs are available at Hamm(Westf).
Ticket office support is available at Hamm(Westf). Information desks are available at Hamm(Westf).
Luggage storage is available at Hamm(Westf). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamm(Westf): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamm(Westf): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamm(Westf).
Nearby hotels include Mercure.
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