The cheapest and fastest trains from Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gifhorn-Stadt 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 Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 1 trains that leave Gifhorn-Stadt for Hamburg Hbf on Sun, Aug 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 23 the direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
On Sun, Aug 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 41 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.
6:16 AM3h41Gifhorn-Stadt9:57 AMHamburg Hbf€261One-way0 transfers
6:16 AM3h41Gifhorn-Stadt9:57 AMHamburg Hbf€261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€52 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf costing on average €52.
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
Tickets start at around €52 compared to roughly €23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-29.11. The journey takes 2h 14m versus 2h 6m 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.
Live departures
Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:16 AM Gifhorn-Stadt | 3h41 | 9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:16, the last at 08:16. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 3:16 AM |
Last train 8:16 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: erixx, Erixx from Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf trainserixx, Erixx trains will get you between Gifhorn-Stadt and Hamburg Hbf from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gifhorn-Stadt 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 Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf
Most Gifhorn-Stadt to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Gifhorn to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Gifhorn-Stadt and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gifhorn Stadt train station facilities and services
Gifhorn Stadt 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: Restaurant Flutmulde, Restaurant TC Grün-Weiß-Gifhorn, La Piazza, Mr.Barman's Bier- & Weinkeller
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gifhorn Stadt. ATMs are available at Gifhorn Stadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gifhorn Stadt. Information desks are available at Gifhorn Stadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gifhorn Stadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gifhorn Stadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gifhorn Stadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gifhorn Stadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ratsschänke, Alte Münze.
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.
