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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
$58
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
5 h 16 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gera 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 Gera Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
It's difficult to get from Gera Hbf to Hamburg Hbf without transferring at least once.
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IC 2152 · ICE 508
3656 · ICE 802
RE 52152 · ICE 508
3658 · ICE 800
3656 · ICE 802
3658 · ICE 800
3906 · ICE 600
3904 · ICE 602
IC 2152 · ICE 508Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gera Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $222.
Distance: 204 miles (329 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$66 Average price | $314 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration 10h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Gera Hbf to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gera Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $66 (€54).
A bus is $271 (€222) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gera Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $314 (€257).
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 45m.
Bus takes on average 10h 54m.
Tickets start at around $66 (€54) compared to roughly $74 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $8 (€6). The journey takes 4h 45m versus 4h 12m 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 Gera Hbf 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3656 · ICE 802 | Delayed 9:05 AM Gera Hbf | 5h05 | 12:32 PM 12:32 PMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
80848 · ICE 932 · RJ 178 | Delayed 10:01 AM Gera Hbf | 5h00 | 1:16 PM 1:16 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
3906 · ICE 600 | Delayed 10:05 AM Gera Hbf | 5h19 | 1:50 PM 1:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3658 · ICE 800 | Delayed 11:05 AM Gera Hbf | 5h05 | 2:32 PM 2:32 PMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2152 · ICE 508 | Delayed 12:04 PM Gera Hbf | 5h20 | 3:50 PM 3:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 52152 · ICE 508 | Delayed 12:04 PM Gera Hbf | 5h20 | 3:50 PM 3:50 PMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Gera Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 12:00. The fastest train covers the 204 miles (329 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 204 miles (329 km) |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 12:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gera 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.

Most Gera Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Gera Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Gera Hbf and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gera Hbf 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 options include: Thessalia, Literaturcafé Schuhschnabel, Oscar Grill & Restaurant, Giardino Italiano
Wi-Fi is available at Gera Hbf. ATMs are available at Gera Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Gera Hbf. Information desks are available at Gera Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Gera Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gera Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gera Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gera Hbf.
Bahnhof Gera-Süd is 1 km from Gera city centre. Public transport options include:
Bahnhof Gera-Süd 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 options include: Literaturcafé Schuhschnabel, Irodion, Domino's, Cafe Bachgasse
Wi-Fi is available at Bahnhof Gera-Süd. ATMs are available at Bahnhof Gera-Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Bahnhof Gera-Süd. Information desks are available at Bahnhof Gera-Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Bahnhof Gera-Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bahnhof Gera-Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bahnhof Gera-Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bahnhof Gera-Süd.
Gera-Zwötzen is 3 km from Gera city centre. Public transport options include:
Gera-Zwötzen 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 options include: Zierde, Finca, Burger King, Grillstation1
Wi-Fi is available at Gera-Zwötzen. ATMs are available at Gera-Zwötzen.
Ticket office support is available at Gera-Zwötzen. Information desks are available at Gera-Zwötzen.
Luggage storage is available at Gera-Zwötzen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gera-Zwötzen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gera-Zwötzen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gera-Zwötzen.
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-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona 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: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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.
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