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Kunstsammlungen Chemnitz am Theaterplatz
Kunstsammlungen Chemnitz at Theaterplatz holds major art collections from old masters to modern works and is one of the city’s top cultural institutions.
Cheapest price
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Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hildesheim to Chemnitz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Hildesheim to Chemnitz without transferring at least 3 times.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hildesheim to Chemnitz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. 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 train costs an average of $35, and a bus costs an average of $56.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Hildesheim to Chemnitz:
A train is $21 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hildesheim to Chemnitz costing on average $56.
Other travel options to Chemnitz take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 5m.
The journey is about 2m faster (3h 33m by train vs 3h 35m by car) and roughly $22 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($35 vs $57). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hildesheim to Chemnitz trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:37 PM Hildesheim | 3h48 | 10:25 PM Chemnitz | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 6:37 PM Hildesheim | 3h48 | 10:25 PM Chemnitz | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:36 PM Hildesheim | 3h49 | 11:25 PM Chemnitz | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:36 PM Hildesheim | 3h49 | 11:25 PM Chemnitz | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:37 PM Hildesheim | 9h47 | 6:24 AM Chemnitz | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 8:50 PM Hildesheim | 9h34 | 6:24 AM Chemnitz | 4 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 1:11 AM Hildesheim | 6h14 | 7:25 AM Chemnitz | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 1:11 AM Hildesheim | 7h14 | 8:25 AM Chemnitz | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 4:50 AM Hildesheim | 4h35 | 9:25 AM Chemnitz | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Hildesheim to Chemnitz run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:35, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 1:35 AM |
Last train 8:31 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Well-known fine dining venue focused on creative regional cuisine and carefully plated dishes in an intimate setting.
Elegant restaurant known for refined modern German cuisine and seasonal menus in a polished setting.
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More affordable than Munich or Hamburg, with lower hotel, dining, and local transit costs; good value for city breaks and business stays.
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Chemnitz Hbf -> Zentralhaltestelle, Chemnitz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hildesheim to Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hildesheim to Chemnitz trains use the Hildesheim Hbf to Chemnitz Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Chemnitz, Mitte (Zwickauer/Reichsstraße). Use this guide to compare Hildesheim and Chemnitz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hildesheim Hbf is 1 km from Hildesheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Hildesheim 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: Übersee, Amadeus, Stern Döner, Dorado
Wi-Fi is available at Hildesheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Hildesheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hildesheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Hildesheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Hildesheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hildesheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hildesheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hildesheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Stadtresidenz, Hotel Bürgermeisterkapelle, 1891 Boutique Hotel, Van der Valk.
Hildesheim Ost 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: Bambus, Deseo, Amadeus, Goldmarie
Wi-Fi is available at Hildesheim Ost. ATMs are available at Hildesheim Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Hildesheim Ost. Information desks are available at Hildesheim Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Hildesheim Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hildesheim Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hildesheim Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hildesheim Ost.
Nearby hotels include Stadtresidenz, M & A City Hotel, Hotel Bürgermeisterkapelle.
Chemnitz Hbf is 1 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz 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: Genießer-Eck, Delphi, Zum Haineck, Japanisches Restaurant Osaka
Wi-Fi is available at Chemnitz Hbf. ATMs are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Information desks are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Chemnitzer Hof, Hotel Sächsischer Hof, Hotel an der Oper, Hotel Elisenhof.
Chemnitz Omnibusbahnhof is 1 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz Omnibusbahnhof.
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