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Compare bus and train for Hamburg to Witzenhausen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Witzenhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $89.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Witzenhausen:
A bus is $67 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Witzenhausen costing on average $89 (€73).
Other travel options to Witzenhausen take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 45m.
You'll arrive about 35m sooner (2h 36m by train vs 3h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $89 (€73) compared to roughly $6 (€5) 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Witzenhausen
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Trains from Hamburg to Witzenhausen run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€73) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€73) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 10:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Witzenhausen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Witzenhausen 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 Witzenhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Witzenhausen
Most Hamburg to Witzenhausen trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Witzenhausen Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Gertenbach. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Witzenhausen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Witzenhausen leave from?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Which Witzenhausen station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Witzenhausen Nord from Witzenhausen city centre
Witzenhausen Nord is 1 km from Witzenhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Witzenhausen Nord train station facilities and services
Witzenhausen Nord 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 and drink
Food options include: Gastwerk, Ringelnatz, Mensa, Eis Cafe Benedetti
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Witzenhausen Nord. ATMs are available at Witzenhausen Nord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Witzenhausen Nord. Information desks are available at Witzenhausen Nord.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Witzenhausen Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Witzenhausen Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Witzenhausen Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Witzenhausen Nord.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DEULA Witzenhausen.
Getting to Gertenbach from Witzenhausen city centre
Gertenbach is 5 km from Witzenhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gertenbach train station facilities and services
Gertenbach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gertenbach. ATMs are available at Gertenbach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gertenbach. Information desks are available at Gertenbach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gertenbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gertenbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gertenbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gertenbach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Gästehaus Wolf.
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