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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$144
Fastest journey
6 h 2 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
636 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg Hbf 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 Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 25 trains that leave Freiburg Hbf for Hamburg Hbf on Wed, Aug 26, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 636 km distance in an average of 6 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 2 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 6 h 2 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.
ICE 272 · ICE 1272 · 4400+
RS68:55 PM9h50Freiburg Hbf6:45 AMHamburg Hbf$431One-way4 transfers- ICE 272 · ICE 1272 · ICE 10808:55 PM10h03Freiburg Hbf6:58 AMHamburg Hbf$501One-way2 transfers
- ICE 272 · ICE 9208:55 PM10h19Freiburg Hbf7:14 AMHamburg Hbf$501One-way1 transfer
- ECE 150 · ICE 5744:24 PM6h05Freiburg Hbf10:29 PMHamburg Hbf$1241One-way1 transfer
- ICE 705:27 PM6h02Freiburg Hbf11:29 PMHamburg Hbf$1241One-way0 transfers
- ICE 749:27 AM6h02Freiburg Hbf3:29 PMHamburg Hbf$1551One-way0 transfers
- ICE 611:27 AM6h02Freiburg Hbf5:29 PMHamburg Hbf$1551One-way0 transfers
- ECE 87:27 AM6h02Freiburg Hbf1:29 PMHamburg Hbf$1551One-way0 transfers
- ICE 765:27 AM6h02Freiburg Hbf11:29 AMHamburg Hbf$1371One-way0 transfers
- ICE 721:27 PM6h02Freiburg Hbf7:29 PMHamburg Hbf$1371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $42.
Distance: 395 miles (636 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$101 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $142 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 51m Average total duration 11h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is $41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $101.
A bus is $82 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $142.
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 55m.
Bus takes on average 11h 21m.
You'll arrive about 1h 5m sooner (6h 55m by train vs 8h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $101 compared to roughly $61 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet.
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.
Live departures
Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 76 | 5:27 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h02 | 11:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 204 | 5:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 7h21 | 1:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 204 · ICE 774 | 5:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h34 | 12:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 8 | 7:27 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h02 | 1:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 202 | 7:54 AM Freiburg Hbf | 7h22 | 3:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 202 · ICE 772 | 7:54 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h35 | 2:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 74 | 9:27 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h02 | 3:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 200 | 9:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 7h21 | 5:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 200 · ICE 770 | 9:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h34 | 4:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 6 | 11:27 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h02 | 5:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 108 | 11:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 7h21 | 7:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 108 · ICE 578 | 11:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 6h34 | 6:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 72 | 1:27 PM Freiburg Hbf | 6h02 | 7:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 106 · ICE 576 | 1:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 6h34 | 8:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 106 | 1:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 7h21 | 9:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ECE 4 | 3:27 PM Freiburg Hbf | 6h02 | 9:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 104 | 3:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 7h21 | 11:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ECE 150 · ICE 574 | 4:24 PM Freiburg Hbf | 6h05 | 10:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 70 | 5:27 PM Freiburg Hbf | 6h02 | 11:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 102 · ICE 572 | 5:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 6h35 | 12:30 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 272 · ICE 1272 · ICE 1080 | 8:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 10h03 | 6:58 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 272 · ICE 920 | 8:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 10h19 | 7:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 272 · ICE 1922 · ICE 1080 | 8:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 10h03 | 6:58 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 272 · ICE 1922 · 4400+ 82008 | 8:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 9h50 | 6:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 272 · ICE 1272 · 4400+82008 | 8:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 9h50 | 6:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
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Trains from Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:27, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 395 miles (636 km) distance in 6h 2m.
Distance 395 miles (636 km) |
Average train duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 2m |
First train 3:27 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet from Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Freiburg Hbf and Hamburg Hbf from $9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
ÖBB | Nightjet
FAQs: Trains from Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freiburg Hbf 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Most Freiburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Freiburg Hbf and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre
Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf train station facilities and services
Freiburg(Breisgau) 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: Cafe Einstein, Pizzaria Picasso, Babeuf, Café Hermann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. ATMs are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Information desks are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Oberkirch.
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.
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