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Compare train and bus for Hamburg to Wilhelmshaven
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Wilhelmshaven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of RM 205 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of RM 205, while a train costs an average of RM 205.
Distance: 78 miles (126 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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RM 205 Average price Cheapest | RM 145 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Compare the available ways to get from Hamburg to Wilhelmshaven, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (2h 12m by train vs 2h 41m by car). Tickets start at around RM 205 compared to roughly RM 145 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.
Travel optionsfrom Hamburg to Wilhelmshaven
How to get from Hamburg to Wilhelmshaven by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Hamburg to Wilhelmshaven is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
ICE 519 · 4410+
753139:45 AM 2h35 Hamburg Hbf 12:20 PM Wilhelmshaven station RM 304 1 One-way 2 transfers
Cheapest
ICE 519 · 4410+
753139:45 AM 2h35 Hamburg Hbf 12:20 PM Wilhelmshaven station RM 304 1 One-way 2 transfers
Fastest
ICE 519 · 4410+
753139:45 AM 2h35 Hamburg Hbf 12:20 PM Wilhelmshaven station RM 304 1 One-way 2 transfers
Other options
ICE 109 · IC 2432+
7531510:45 AM 2h36 Hamburg Hbf 1:21 PM Wilhelmshaven station RM 304 1 One-way 2 transfers
ICE 109 · RE 52432+
7531510:45 AM 2h36 Hamburg Hbf 1:21 PM Wilhelmshaven station RM 304 1 One-way 2 transfers
ICE 107 · IC 2434+
753118:42 AM 2h39 Hamburg Hbf 11:21 AM Wilhelmshaven station RM 304 1 One-way 2 transfers
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- Around 9 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg and Wilhelmshaven as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Wilhelmshaven station.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, NordWestBahn, metronom to go to Wilhelmshaven by train.
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