- Must visit
Gustav-Lübcke-Museum
Hamm’s main city museum presents archaeology, local history, and changing exhibitions in a respected cultural venue.
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kiel to Hamm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kiel to Hamm will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
It's difficult to get from Kiel to Hamm without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kiel to Hamm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $533.
Distance: 206 miles (332 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$123 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $613 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 51m Average total duration 11h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kiel to Hamm:
A bus is $84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kiel to Hamm costing on average $123.
A bus is $574 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kiel to Hamm costing on average $613.
Other travel options to Hamm take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 13m.
Bus takes on average 11h 21m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (4h 13m by train vs 4h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $123 compared to roughly $75 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 Kiel to Hamm 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:16 PM Kiel | 4h08 | 6:24 PM Hamm | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:16 PM Kiel | 4h08 | 8:24 PM Hamm | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:16 PM Kiel | 4h05 | 10:21 PM Hamm | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:05 PM Kiel | 4h15 | 11:20 PM Hamm | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:05 PM Kiel | 4h17 | 1:22 AM Hamm | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:16 AM Kiel | 4h33 | 12:49 PM Hamm | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:16 AM Kiel | 4h08 | 2:24 PM Hamm | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:16 PM Kiel | 4h33 | 4:49 PM Hamm | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Kiel to Hamm run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 but you can travel from only $37 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 206 miles (332 km) distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 206 miles (332 km) |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 10:25 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Hamm — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamm trip today.
Hamm’s main city museum presents archaeology, local history, and changing exhibitions in a respected cultural venue.
Specialized railway museum with historic locomotives, wagons, and exhibits that reflect Hamm’s major rail heritage.
Mining-focused museum and heritage site documenting the Radbod colliery and the industrial history of the region.
Large leisure park with the famous glass elephant, gardens, play areas, and broad walking routes for all ages.
Hamm’s central square and shopping heart, useful for orientation and pleasant for everyday city life and events.
Main pedestrian shopping street with historic city-center atmosphere and easy access to churches and public spaces.
A rustic Westphalian stew of beans, pears and bacon. It reflects the hearty farm cooking long associated with the region around Hamm.
Coarse rye bread from Westphalia, traditionally baked dark and moist. It is a regional staple often served with ham, cheese or butter.
Cured Westphalian ham, lightly smoked and air-dried. It is one of the region’s best-known specialties and pairs well with pumpernickel.
Refined German dining in an elegant setting, known for seasonal menus and polished service. A strong choice for a fine dining meal in Hamm.
Established restaurant for German and European staples in a relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for casual dining with broad local appeal.
Traditional German brewery-style venue with hearty regional dishes and beer-focused dining. Good for classic Westphalian comfort food.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, meals, and local transit are usually cheaper than in major cities like Munich or Frankfurt, but not as low as smaller rural towns.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Hamm (Westf) Hbf -> Marktplatz Hamm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kiel to Hamm 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 Hamm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kiel to Hamm trains use the Kiel Hbf to Hamm(Westf) station pair, with some services arriving at Heessen. Use this guide to compare Kiel and Hamm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kiel 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: MUM&DAD, Lunatique, McDonald's, Campus Suite
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kiel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kiel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kiel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kiel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kiel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kiel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Wiking, Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel, Astor, InterCityHotel Kiel.
Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK is 2 km from Kiel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK 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: Illy Espressobar, McDonald's, Gosch, Citti-Restaurant
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. ATMs are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Ticket office support is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Information desks are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Luggage storage is available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel-Hassee CITTI-PARK.
Hamm(Westf) 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: Heinrich, Domino's, Isenbeck Deele, Asia Bistro Lotus Hamm
Wi-Fi is available at Hamm(Westf). ATMs are available at Hamm(Westf).
Ticket office support is available at Hamm(Westf). Information desks are available at Hamm(Westf).
Luggage storage is available at Hamm(Westf). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamm(Westf): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamm(Westf): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamm(Westf).
Nearby hotels include Mercure.
Heessen is 3 km from Hamm city centre. Public transport options include:
Heessen 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: Brasserie Gelateria Di Vinti, Pizzeria Da Romeo, El Greco, Gaststätte Am Kappenbusch
Wi-Fi is available at Heessen. ATMs are available at Heessen.
Ticket office support is available at Heessen. Information desks are available at Heessen.
Luggage storage is available at Heessen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heessen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heessen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heessen.
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