Hamburg to Herford train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RB,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Herford

Showing times and prices for Jun 18

Cheapest price

$33

Average price

$55

Fastest journey

2 h 42 m

Average duration

2 h 46 m

Trains per day

Distance

186 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Herford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hamburg to Herford will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Hamburg for Herford on Wed, Jun 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .

On Wed, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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.

07:28AM2h49

Hamburg

10:17AMHerford

$331One-way

0 transfers

07:29AM2h48

Hamburg

10:17AMHerford

$481One-way

0 transfers

09:45AM2h42

Hamburg

12:27PMHerford

$851One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Hamburg to Herford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Herford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€37 Average price	€19 Average price Cheapest
3h 18m Average duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 16m Average duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Herford

Germany

Trains from Hamburg to Herford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $17 (€14)

Distance

114 miles (185 km)

Average train duration

2h 48m

Cheapest ticket price

$28 (€23)

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 37m

First train

07:02

Last train

13:24

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $17 (€14)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Metronom and erixx from Hamburg to Herford trains

You can travel by train to Herford from Hamburg with Deutsche Bahn, Metronom and erixx for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Hamburg to Herford train.

Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Herford train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: $31
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 21 a day

Erixx is a private train company in Germany offering rail services in Bremen and Lower Saxony in northern Germany. Founded in 2011, erixx runs six regional lines including the Heidebahn from Hanover to Buchholz as well as offering service to Wittingen, Bad Harzburg, Soltau and Wolfenbuttel. The trains are modern, comfortable and alcohol-free in order to provide a pleasant journey. The most popular journeys include Hanover to Bad Harzburg with the RE10, Bad Harzburg/Goslar to Braunschweig with the RB42/43, Braunschweig to Uelzen with the RB47, and Lueneburg to Dannenberg on the RB32.

FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Herford

FAQs: Travel by train from Hamburg to Herford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Herford.

Cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Herford can start from as little as $25 (€20) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hamburg to Herford is $42 (€34); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Hamburg to Herford train travel time is 2 h 42 min for the 115 mile (185 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Hamburg to Herford leaves at 12: 16 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Hamburg to Herford leaves at 11: 36 PM.

There are 12 trains a day from Hamburg to Herford which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Hamburg to Herford, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Herford. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Hamburg and Herford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 36 PM.

A trip to Herford from Hamburg is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 42 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Hamburg to Herford is August.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Herford from Hamburg including taking a train or bus.