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Miniatur Wunderland
World-famous model railway and miniature world in Speicherstadt, known for extraordinary detail and broad appeal to adults and children.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$133
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt South station to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt South station to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 37 trains that leave Frankfurt South station for Hamburg Hbf on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 395 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 4 h 47 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.
15541 · ICE 920
4535 · ICE 572
FlixBus+
FlixTrain
15362 · ICE 584
4533 · ICE 70
4503 · ICE 776
4535 · ICE 572
4519 · ICE 770
4511 · ICE 774
4531 · ICE 574Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt South station to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $124.
Distance: 245 miles (395 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $188 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt South station to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt South station to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $73 (€60).
A bus is $153 (€125) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt South station to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $188 (€154).
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 41m.
Bus takes on average 7h 33m.
Tickets start at around $73 (€60) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-52.25 (€-42.76). The journey takes 5h 41m versus 5h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt South station to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60470 · ICE 1686 | Delayed 12:14 AM 2:14 AMFrankfurt South station | 6h23 | 8:37 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15541 · ICE 920 | On time 11:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 8h03 | 7:08 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1272 · ICE 1080 | On time 11:30 PM Frankfurt South station | 8h00 | 7:30 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1272 · 4400 · ICE 920 | On time 11:30 PM Frankfurt South station | 7h38 | 7:08 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 9h13 | 1:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 778+ 24300 | 4:24 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h51 | 9:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S5 · ICE 78 | On time 5:23 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h51 | 10:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4500 · ICE 888 | On time 5:25 AM Frankfurt South station | 5h11 | 10:36 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4503 · ICE 776 | 6:30 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h44 | 11:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4502 · ICE 686 | On time 6:31 AM Frankfurt South station | 5h05 | 11:36 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4593 · ICE 76 | On time 7:27 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h47 | 12:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 7:58 AM Frankfurt South station | 6h27 | 2:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4511 · ICE 774 | On time 8:28 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h46 | 1:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4506 · ICE 684 | On time 8:32 AM Frankfurt South station | 5h04 | 1:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4513 · ECE 8 | On time 9:27 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h47 | 2:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4508 · ICE 882 | On time 9:31 AM Frankfurt South station | 5h05 | 2:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S5 · ICE 1074 · ICE 882 | On time 9:38 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h58 | 2:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4515 · ICE 772 | On time 10:27 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h47 | 3:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4510 · ICE 682 | On time 10:31 AM Frankfurt South station | 5h05 | 3:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4517 · ICE 74 | On time 11:27 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h47 | 4:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4512 · ICE 880 | On time 11:31 AM Frankfurt South station | 5h05 | 4:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4519 · ICE 770 | On time 12:28 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h46 | 5:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4514 · ICE 680 | On time 12:31 PM Frankfurt South station | 5h06 | 5:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4521 · ICE 6 | On time 1:27 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h47 | 6:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4516 · ICE 788 | On time 1:31 PM Frankfurt South station | 5h05 | 6:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S5 · ICE 1072 · ICE 788 | On time 1:38 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h58 | 6:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4523 · ICE 578 | 2:27 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h47 | 7:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15342 · ICE 588 | On time 2:31 PM Frankfurt South station | 5h06 | 7:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4525 · ICE 72 | On time 3:27 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h47 | 8:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4520 · ICE 786 | On time 3:31 PM Frankfurt South station | 5h05 | 8:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4527 · ICE 576 | On time 4:27 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h47 | 9:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15346 · ICE 586 | 4:31 PM Frankfurt South station | 5h06 | 9:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4529 · ECE 4 | On time 5:27 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h47 | 10:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4528 · ICE 784 | 5:31 PM Frankfurt South station | 5h05 | 10:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S5 · ICE 1070 · ICE 784 | 5:38 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h58 | 10:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4531 · ICE 574 | On time 6:27 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h47 | 11:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15362 · ICE 584 | 6:31 PM Frankfurt South station | 5h03 | 11:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4533 · ICE 70 | On time 7:27 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h47 | 12:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4535 · ICE 572 | On time 8:27 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h45 | 1:12 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Frankfurt South station to Hamburg Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:48, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average train duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 1:48 AM |
Last train 10:28 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt South station to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt South station to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt South station and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) 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 options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
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 storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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 options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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