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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Würzburg to Bamberg
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Würzburg to Bamberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Würzburg to Bamberg will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 5 trains that leave Würzburg for Bamberg on Thu, Jul 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
582598:08 AM1h08Würzburg Hbf9:16 AMBamberg$401One-way0 transfers- 47838:35 AM0h55Würzburg Hbf9:30 AMBamberg$401One-way0 transfers
- 46059:37 AM0h55Würzburg Hbf10:32 AMBamberg$401One-way0 transfers
- 580199:07 AM1h09Würzburg Hbf10:16 AMBamberg$401One-way0 transfers
- 5802510:08 AM1h08Würzburg Hbf11:16 AMBamberg$401One-way0 transfers
- 47838:35 AM0h55Würzburg Hbf9:30 AMBamberg$401One-way0 transfers
- 46059:37 AM0h55Würzburg Hbf10:32 AMBamberg$401One-way0 transfers
- 582598:08 AM1h08Würzburg Hbf9:16 AMBamberg$401One-way0 transfers
- 5802510:08 AM1h08Würzburg Hbf11:16 AMBamberg$401One-way0 transfers
- 580199:07 AM1h09Würzburg Hbf10:16 AMBamberg$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Würzburg to Bamberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Würzburg to Bamberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 43 miles (70 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Würzburg to Bamberg:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Würzburg to Bamberg costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Bamberg take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 3m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (59m by train vs 1h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $15 (€13) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
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.
Live departures
Würzburg to Bamberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Würzburg to Bamberg trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1021 · ICE 904 | Delayed 9:28 PM 12:10 AMWürzburg Hbf | 1h50 | 12:00 AM 12:00 AMBamberg | 1 transfer | |
| 4605 | 9:37 AM Würzburg Hbf | 0h55 | 10:32 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 58025 | 10:08 AM Würzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 11:16 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4785 | 10:35 AM Würzburg Hbf | 0h55 | 11:30 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 58027 | 11:07 AM Würzburg Hbf | 1h09 | 12:16 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4609 | 11:38 AM Würzburg Hbf | 0h54 | 12:32 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4787 | 12:35 PM Würzburg Hbf | 0h55 | 1:30 PM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 9 | |||||
| 58259 | 8:08 AM Würzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 9:16 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4783 | 8:35 AM Würzburg Hbf | 0h55 | 9:30 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 58019 | 9:07 AM Würzburg Hbf | 1h09 | 10:16 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Würzburg to Bamberg
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Trains from Würzburg to Bamberg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 43 miles (70 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Würzburg to Bamberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Würzburg and Bamberg from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Würzburg to Bamberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Würzburg to Bamberg 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 Bamberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Würzburg to Bamberg
Most Würzburg to Bamberg trains use the Würzburg Hbf to Bamberg station pair. Use this guide to compare Würzburg and Bamberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Würzburg station do trains to Bamberg leave from?
Getting to Würzburg Hbf from Würzburg city centre
Würzburg Hbf is 1 km from Würzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Würzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Würzburg 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: McDonald's, Anatolia Kebap Haus, Schönborn, Cafe am Dom
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Würzburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Würzburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Würzburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Würzburg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Würzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Würzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Würzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Würzburg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Schönleber, Hotel Amberger, Pension Siegel, Dorint Hotel Würzburg.
Getting to Würzburg Süd from Würzburg city centre
Würzburg Süd train station facilities and services
Würzburg Süd 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: Casa, Bei Peppino, Karthäuser
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Würzburg Süd. ATMs are available at Würzburg Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Würzburg Süd. Information desks are available at Würzburg Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Würzburg Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Würzburg Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Würzburg Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Würzburg Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Amberger, Dorint Hotel Würzburg, Till Eulenspiegel, Franziskaner.
Getting to Würzburg-Zell from Würzburg city centre
Würzburg-Zell is 4 km from Würzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Würzburg-Zell train station facilities and services
Würzburg-Zell 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: AN20 Lounge, Gasthaus Rose
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Würzburg-Zell. ATMs are available at Würzburg-Zell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Würzburg-Zell. Information desks are available at Würzburg-Zell.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Würzburg-Zell. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Würzburg-Zell: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Würzburg-Zell: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Würzburg-Zell.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Gasthaus Rose.
Which Bamberg station do trains from Würzburg arrive at?
Getting to Bamberg from Bamberg city centre
Bamberg train station facilities and services
Bamberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kachelofen, Brauerei Spezial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bamberg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bamberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bamberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bamberg: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bamberg: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Bamberg, Best Western Hotel Bamberg, Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg.
Most popular train connections from Würzburg
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