- Must visit
Kloster Bentlage
Rheine’s key museum complex in a former monastery, presenting art, history, and changing exhibitions in a distinctive heritage setting.
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Rheine is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Rheine will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hamburg for Rheine on Mon, Aug 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 10 the direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Mon, Aug 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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 Rheine among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $277.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $455 Average price | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Rheine:
A bus is $46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Rheine costing on average $79.
A bus is $422 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Rheine costing on average $455.
Other travel options to Rheine take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 56m.
Flight takes on average 4h 17m.
You'll arrive about 51m sooner (2h 28m by train vs 3h 19m by car). Tickets start at around $79 compared to roughly $49 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 Hamburg to Rheine trains for today, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1037 · 20376 | Delayed 1:29 PM 3:23 PMHamburg Harburg | 2h23 | 5:46 PM Rheine Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 10 | |||||
![]() | 8:45 AM Hamburg | 2h37 | 11:22 AM Rheine | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hamburg to Rheine run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 but you can travel from only $21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Rheine — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rheine trip today.
Rheine’s key museum complex in a former monastery, presenting art, history, and changing exhibitions in a distinctive heritage setting.
Industrial heritage museum at the old saline, explaining traditional salt production and its importance to Rheine’s development.
Special exhibition venue at Bentlage showing contemporary art and cultural displays inside a historic monastic environment.
Scenic landscaped grounds around the monastery and saline, ideal for walking, art encounters, and experiencing Rheine’s cultural landscape.
Rheine’s central market square with shops, events, and historic surroundings; a practical starting point for exploring the old town.
Popular riverside park and leisure zone along the Ems with paths, greenery, and broad open views close to the center.
A rye bread from nearby Münsterland, traditionally baked dark and dense. It is a regional staple often served with ham, cheese, or butter.
A hearty Westphalian potato dish, often pan-fried or baked with onions and bacon. It reflects the rural farm cooking of the region.
A classic Münsterland stew of beans and pears, sometimes enriched with bacon. The sweet-savory combination is traditional in northwestern Germany.
Established upscale restaurant and hotel offering refined German and seasonal cuisine in an elegant setting.
Traditional German inn in Rheine known for hearty regional dishes and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Well-known brewery-style venue for steaks, schnitzel, beer, and casual dining near the town center.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than big cities, while local transit and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes.
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Rheine Bahnhof -> Marktplatz Rheine
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Rheine 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 Rheine, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Rheine trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Rheine Bahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Rheine-Mesum. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Rheine 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 Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Rheine Bahnhof is 1 km from Rheine city centre. Public transport options include:
Rheine Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Rheine Bahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Rheine Bahnhof. Information desks are available at Rheine Bahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Rheine Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rheine Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rheine Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rheine Bahnhof.
Rheine-Mesum is 7 km from Rheine city centre. Public transport options include:
Rheine-Mesum 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: Ende, Pizzaria L'more, Diamond Shisha Lounge, Pizzaria Piccolo
Wi-Fi is available at Rheine-Mesum. ATMs are available at Rheine-Mesum.
Ticket office support is available at Rheine-Mesum. Information desks are available at Rheine-Mesum.
Luggage storage is available at Rheine-Mesum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rheine-Mesum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rheine-Mesum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rheine-Mesum.
Nearby hotels include Hotel & Restaurant Borcharding.
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