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Trip Summary
You can pick from 56 daily train trips between Hamm and Homburg. The average train journey from Hamm to Homburg takes 6 hours and 45 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 5 hours and 17 minutes.
| Distance | 163 mi (263 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 17m |
| Lowest price | $28.52 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Hamm to Homburg?
There are 3 train lines with service from Hamm to Homburg. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 41 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 5h 20m | $63.75 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 41 | 6h 50m | $81.91 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 14 | 6h 37m | $55.26 |
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 Hamm to Homburg start from $29, and on average cost . Daily there are 14 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Homburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Hamm leaves from Bockum-Hövel and one other station. And in Homburg trains arrive at Central Train Station and one other train station.
From Hamm to Homburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 37 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 17 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 14 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 Hamm and Homburg is approximately 163 miles, or 263 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 45 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 17 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Hamm to Homburg on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Hamm at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 56 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 Hamm.
City Information
Homburg
Homburg is a town in the German state of Saarland, close to the country's border with France. Homburg offers travelers 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 the Karlsberg Castle. The castle lies mostly in ruin now, but the forest trails in the area are regal in their own right.
For younger travelers 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 bus service from bigger cities like Frankfurt, Munich, and Lyon. Buses 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 Hamm?
Main departure station: Train Station
Hamm has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Homburg.
All train stations in Hamm:
Train Station
Heessen
Bockum-Hövel
Where is the train station in Homburg?
Main arrival station: Central Train Station
Homburg receives travelers from Hamm at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Homburg:
Central Train Station
Train Station
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