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Museum Schloss Wernigerode
Major castle museum with furnished interiors, decorative arts and local history displays in Wernigerode’s best-known monument.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$34
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$34
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 28 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Wernigerode is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Wernigerode will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Hamburg to Wernigerode, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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 Wernigerode among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $83 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $83, while a train costs an average of $83.
Distance: 124 miles (200 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$83 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $83 compared to roughly $21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-61.38. The journey takes 3h 19m versus 2h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Wernigerode trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:01 AM Hamburg | 3h38 | 10:39 AM Wernigerode | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:13 AM Hamburg | 3h28 | 10:41 AM Wernigerode | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:19 AM Hamburg | 4h22 | 11:41 AM Wernigerode | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:21 AM Hamburg | 3h18 | 11:39 AM Wernigerode | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Hamburg | 9h33 | 5:18 AM Wernigerode | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Hamburg to Wernigerode run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (200 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 124 miles (200 km) |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 3:54 AM |
Last train 10:46 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Wernigerode — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wernigerode trip today.
Major castle museum with furnished interiors, decorative arts and local history displays in Wernigerode’s best-known monument.
Town museum in a richly decorated half-timbered house, presenting civic history, art and everyday life in old Wernigerode.
Museum on aviation and technology with original aircraft and engines, appealing to families and transport enthusiasts alike.
Historic main square framed by ornate half-timbered buildings and the town hall; the essential starting point for exploring Wernigerode.
Castle hill walking area through woodland and viewpoints, combining nature, panoramas and the approach to the town’s top attraction.
Colorful old-town street lined with timber-framed houses, boutiques and photo spots; one of Wernigerode’s most charming walks.
Harz cheese is a pungent sour milk cheese from the Harz region, long valued as a simple local staple and often eaten with onions and caraway.
Brockensplitter is a classic Harz chocolate sweet, usually layered with nougat or wafer, named after the Brocken and popular as a regional treat.
Baumkuchen, the ring-layered cake, is strongly associated with nearby Salzwedel and commonly enjoyed across Saxony-Anhalt as a festive regional pastry.
Established inn near the market square offering Harz favorites, schnitzel, and local beers in a rustic historic house.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving regional game, German classics, and seasonal dishes in a cozy old-town atmosphere.
Refined dining in a castle-hotel setting with polished German cuisine, seasonal menus, and an elegant atmosphere above the town.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually below big-city rates, while local transit and attractions remain reasonably priced for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares. Small change is appreciated in cafes.
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Wernigerode Hbf -> Marktplatz, Wernigerode
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Wernigerode 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 Wernigerode, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Wernigerode trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Wernigerode station pair, with some services arriving at Wernigerode Elmowerk. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Wernigerode 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.
Wernigerode 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: Döner Ali, Fürstengrotte, Long Rice, Schlemmer-Cafe Sachsen Anhalt
Wi-Fi is available at Wernigerode. ATMs are available at Wernigerode.
Ticket office support is available at Wernigerode. Information desks are available at Wernigerode.
Luggage storage is available at Wernigerode. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wernigerode: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wernigerode: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wernigerode.
Nearby hotels include Schlossberghotel, Alt Wernigeroeder Hof, Hotel-Garni Apart, Hotel Am Anger.
Wernigerode Elmowerk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Orig. Thüringer Rostbratwurstgrill, CafetAIRia im Luftfahrtmuseum Wernigerode
Wi-Fi is available at Wernigerode Elmowerk. ATMs are available at Wernigerode Elmowerk.
Ticket office support is available at Wernigerode Elmowerk. Information desks are available at Wernigerode Elmowerk.
Luggage storage is available at Wernigerode Elmowerk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wernigerode Elmowerk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wernigerode Elmowerk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wernigerode Elmowerk.
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