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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg to Hamburg
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- S$78
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- S$142
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 4 h 55 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 5 h 6 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 12
- Distance
- 472 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Hamburg will cost around S$142 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$78.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 12 trains from Heidelberg to Hamburg, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 472 km distance in an average of 5 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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.
FlixTrain1:06 PM 7h15 Heidelberg Hbf 8:21 PM Hamburg Hbf S$78 1 One-way 0 changes- FlixTrain
11:06 AM 7h15 Heidelberg Hbf 6:21 PM Hamburg Hbf S$88 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixTrain
9:06 AM 7h15 Heidelberg Hbf 4:21 PM Hamburg Hbf S$105 1 One-way 0 changes 
ICE 1670 · ICE 6829:18 AM 5h39 Heidelberg Hbf 2:57 PM Hamburg Hbf S$131 1 One-way 1 change- ICE 798 · ICE 680
11:18 AM 5h39 Heidelberg Hbf 4:57 PM Hamburg Hbf S$137 1 One-way 1 change
- S2 · ECE 8
8:34 AM 4h55 Heidelberg Hbf 1:29 PM Hamburg Hbf S$157 1 One-way 1 change - S2 · ICE 74
10:33 AM 4h56 Heidelberg Hbf 3:29 PM Hamburg Hbf S$172 1 One-way 1 change - S2 · ICE 6
12:33 PM 4h56 Heidelberg Hbf 5:29 PM Hamburg Hbf S$172 1 One-way 1 change - S2 · ICE 578 · ICE 588
1:34 PM 5h18 Heidelberg Hbf 6:52 PM Hamburg Hbf S$196 1 One-way 2 changes - S2 · ICE 772 · ICE 682
9:33 AM 5h24 Heidelberg Hbf 2:57 PM Hamburg Hbf S$157 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Hamburg
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Trains from Heidelberg to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$26 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 472 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 472 km |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price S$26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Heidelberg to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2 · ECE 8 | On time 8:34 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 4h55 | 1:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain | 9:06 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h15 | 4:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1670 · ICE 682 | On time 9:18 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 5h39 | 2:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · ICE 772 · ICE 682 | On time 9:33 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 5h24 | 2:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| FlixTrain | 1:06 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h15 | 8:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 3:06 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h15 | 10:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
FlixTrain
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Heidelberg and Hamburg
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Heidelberg to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Heidelberg and Hamburg
Most Heidelberg to Hamburg trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Heidelberg station do trains to Hamburg leave from?
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf train station facilities and services
Heidelberg 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: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Getting to Heidelberg-Altstadt from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Altstadt 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: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
Getting to Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen is 3 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen 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 and drink
Food options include: Kurpfalz-Café, Cube, Flammkuchenhof, Arizona 50s Diner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen.
Which Hamburg station do trains from Heidelberg arrive at?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg-Bergedorf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Bergedorf is 15 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Bergedorf train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Bergedorf 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 Vecchia, Burger Lounge, Il mío, Olivo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sachsentor, Hotel Hanseat.
Most popular trains to and from Hamburg and Heidelberg
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