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Schloss Museum Wolfenbüttel
Major museum inside the palace presenting art, cultural history, and ducal collections; the key museum stop in Wolfenbüttel.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$48
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$48
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Wolfenbüttel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Wolfenbüttel will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Hamburg to Wolfenbüttel, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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 Wolfenbüttel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a flight costs an average of $518.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$69 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $518 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Wolfenbüttel:
A bus is $48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Wolfenbüttel costing on average $69.
A bus is $497 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Wolfenbüttel costing on average $518.
Other travel options to Wolfenbüttel take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 22m.
Bus takes on average 3h 54m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 22m by train vs 2h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $69 compared to roughly $35 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 Wolfenbüttel 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 | 2h31 | 9:32 AM Wolfenbüttel | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Wolfenbüttel run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 5:26 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Wolfenbüttel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wolfenbüttel trip today.
Major museum inside the palace presenting art, cultural history, and ducal collections; the key museum stop in Wolfenbüttel.
World-renowned research library with exhibitions on manuscripts, books, and scholarship in a celebrated historic institution.
Museum on writer and librarian Gotthold Ephraim Lessing in his former house, essential for literary and Enlightenment history.
Historic market square lined with half-timbered buildings, civic landmarks, and lively town-center atmosphere.
Atmospheric old town district with Renaissance and half-timbered streetscapes, ideal for self-guided walks and photography.
Waterside quarter nicknamed Little Venice, loved for bridges, reflections, and one of the prettiest walking scenes in town.
Herzog Heinrich is the town’s famous herbal liqueur, created in Wolfenbüttel. It has a mild, spiced flavor and is a classic local digestif.
Jägermeister is produced in Wolfenbüttel and is the city’s best-known drink. The herbal spirit is made from 56 botanicals and served ice cold as a local specialty.
Braunkohl mit Bregenwurst is a Lower Saxony winter dish of stewed kale with smoked sausage. It is hearty, traditional, and common in the region around Wolfenbüttel.
Established restaurant in a half-timbered setting known for refined regional cuisine and a more elegant atmosphere near the center.
Historic brewery-style venue in the old town serving hearty German dishes and local beer in a rustic, traditional atmosphere.
Popular casual restaurant and beer garden offering German classics, schnitzel, and seasonal dishes in a relaxed local setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and meals are usually below big-city prices, while local transit and cafes remain reasonably priced for most visitors.
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. Round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafes.
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Wolfenbüttel station -> Stadtmarkt, Wolfenbüttel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Wolfenbüttel 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 Wolfenbüttel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Wolfenbüttel trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Wolfenbüttel station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Wolfenbüttel 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.
Wolfenbüttel 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: Piccolo, Cafe Am Stadtmarkt, Brauhaus im Ratskeller, Asia House
Wi-Fi is available at Wolfenbüttel. ATMs are available at Wolfenbüttel.
Ticket office support is available at Wolfenbüttel. Information desks are available at Wolfenbüttel.
Luggage storage is available at Wolfenbüttel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wolfenbüttel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wolfenbüttel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wolfenbüttel.
Nearby hotels include Rilano 24, 7 Hotel Wolfenbüttel, Hotel Zur Auguststadt”.
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