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Trip Summary
164 trains operate daily from Thun to Homburg. The train trip from Thun to Homburg is usually about 6 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 13 minutes.
| Distance | 178 mi (287 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 0m |
| Lowest price | £49.69 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Thun to Homburg?
There are 3 train lines with service from Thun to Homburg. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 158 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 5h 20m | £63.26 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 158 | 5h 59m | £69.62 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 9h 44m | £72.31 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Thun to Homburg start from £72, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Homburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Thun leaves from Train Station . And in Homburg trains arrive at Central Train Station .
From Thun to Homburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 9 hours and 44 minutes. If you are looking to get to Homburg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 0 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Homburg.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Thun and Homburg is approximately 178 miles, or 287 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 13 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Thun to Homburg tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Thun at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 164 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Homburg to Thun.
City Information
Homburg
Homburg is a town in the German state of Saarland, close to the country's border with France. Homburg offers travellers a unique attraction in the Schlossberghöhlen, an underground complex of 17th-century sand mines. Visitors can take a guided tour of the tunnels and caves to learn about the site's long history: from 250-million-year-old footprints in the red sandstone to the mines' use as air-raid shelters in World War II. After your trip underground, get some fresh air on a hike to Karlsberg Castle. The castle lies mostly in ruin now, but the forest trails in the area are regal in their own right.
For younger travellers in your group, Homburg has a few exciting kid-friendly activities too. Gulliver-Welt is a park just outside of town with miniatures of world-famous buildings and a playground to enjoy. Fun Forest AbenteuerPark Homburg is perfect for older kids who embrace a little adrenaline. Ziplines, rope courses, and a scenic lake ensure a memorable adventure for the family.
Several forms of transportation make it easy to reach Homburg and discover all of its hidden gems. FlixBus and Sindbad offer affordable coach service from bigger cities like Frankfurt, Munich, and Lyon. Coaches arrive at Homburg's Central Train Station, along with Deutsche Bahn trains that connect to destinations throughout Europe.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Thun?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Thun.
All train stations in Thun:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Homburg?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Homburg receives travelers from Thun at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Homburg:
Train Station
Central Train Station
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