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Kunsthalle Hamburg
Major fine arts museum with works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
5 h 17 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greiz to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Greiz to Hamburg without transferring at least 2 times.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greiz to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $543.
Distance: 221 miles (357 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$184 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $543 Average price | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Greiz to Hamburg:
A bus is $138 (€113) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greiz to Hamburg costing on average $184 (€151).
A bus is $497 (€407) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Greiz to Hamburg costing on average $543 (€445).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 41m.
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
You'll arrive about 50m sooner (4h 41m by train vs 5h 31m by car). Tickets start at around $184 (€151) compared to roughly $81 (€66) 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Greiz to Hamburg trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:14 PM Greiz | 5h17 | 9:31 PM Hamburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:16 PM Greiz | 12h15 | 9:31 AM Hamburg | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 4:48 AM Greiz | 6h43 | 11:31 AM Hamburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:17 AM Greiz | 6h14 | 1:31 PM Hamburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:17 AM Greiz | 6h14 | 3:31 PM Hamburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:17 AM Greiz | 6h14 | 5:31 PM Hamburg | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:17 PM Greiz | 6h14 | 7:31 PM Hamburg | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Greiz to Hamburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $184 (€151) but you can travel from only $46 (€38) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 221 miles (357 km) distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 221 miles (357 km) |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $184 (€151) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg -> Hamburg City Center, Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greiz 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.

Most Greiz to Hamburg trains use the Greiz to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Greiz and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Greiz 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: Parkschlößchen, Harmonie Schlosscafé & Restaurant, Reihe 1, Asia-Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Greiz. ATMs are available at Greiz.
Ticket office support is available at Greiz. Information desks are available at Greiz.
Luggage storage is available at Greiz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Greiz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Greiz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Greiz.
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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