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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 40 trains that leave Hamburg Hbf for Frankfurt South station on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 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 46 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 46 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 783 · ICE 1071 · S35:19 AM4h58Hamburg Hbf10:17 AMFrankfurt South station$271One-way2 transfers- 14443 · 14401 · ICE 781 · 450911:36 PM8h46Hamburg Hbf8:22 AMFrankfurt South station$611One-way4 transfers
- ICE 71 · 45105:44 AM4h46Hamburg Hbf10:30 AMFrankfurt South station$741One-way1 transfer
- 4441 · ICE 1271 · 4506+
8194511:36 PM8h55Hamburg Hbf8:31 AMFrankfurt South station$811One-way3 transfers 
FlixTrain7:39 AM6h21Hamburg Hbf2:00 PMFrankfurt South station$811One-way0 transfers
- ICE 573 · 45084:44 AM4h46Hamburg Hbf9:30 AMFrankfurt South station$981One-way1 transfer
- ICE 71 · 45105:44 AM4h46Hamburg Hbf10:30 AMFrankfurt South station$741One-way1 transfer
- ECE 5 · 45147:44 AM4h46Hamburg Hbf12:30 PMFrankfurt South station$1691One-way1 transfer
- ICE 577 · 45168:44 AM4h46Hamburg Hbf1:30 PMFrankfurt South station$1691One-way1 transfer
- ICE 579 · 452010:44 AM4h46Hamburg Hbf3:30 PMFrankfurt South station$2491One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station 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 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $133.
Distance: 245 miles (395 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $204 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station:
A bus is $30 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station costing on average $63 (€52).
A bus is $171 (€140) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station costing on average $204 (€167).
Other travel options to Frankfurt South station take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 37m.
Bus takes on average 7h 25m.
Tickets start at around $63 (€52) compared to roughly $19 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-44.68 (€-36.57). The journey takes 5h 37m versus 4h 38m 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
Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 209 · ICE 827 · S6 | On time 8:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h49 | 5:12 AM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1081 · ICE 273 | On time 9:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h02 | 5:53 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 921 · S6 | On time 10:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h04 | 7:27 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 921 · 4445 · ICE 273 | On time 10:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h30 | 5:53 AM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
| 4441 · ICE 1271 · 4506+81945 | 11:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h55 | 8:31 AM Frankfurt South station | 3 transfers | |
 FlixBus+FlixTrain | 2:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 9h10 | 12:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 573 · 4508 | On time 4:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 9:30 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 783 · 4515 | 5:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h07 | 10:26 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 783 · ICE 1071 · S3 | 5:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h58 | 10:17 AM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 71 · 4510 | On time 5:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 10:30 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 583 · 4517 | 6:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h07 | 11:26 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 575 · 4512 | On time 6:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 11:30 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 785 · 4519 | On time 7:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h08 | 12:27 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 7:33 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h27 | 2:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 7:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h21 | 2:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ECE 5 · 4514 | On time 7:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 12:30 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 585 · 4521 | 8:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h07 | 1:26 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 577 · 4516 | 8:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 1:30 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 787 · ICE 1073 · S3 | On time 9:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h58 | 2:17 PM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 787 · 4523 | On time 9:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h07 | 2:26 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 73 · 15342 | On time 9:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 2:30 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 587 · 4525 | On time 10:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h07 | 3:26 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 579 · 4520 | 10:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 3:30 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 789 · 4527 | On time 11:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h07 | 4:26 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 589 · 15441 | On time 12:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h09 | 5:28 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 881 · ICE 1187 · S3 | On time 1:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h58 | 6:17 PM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 881 · 4531 | On time 1:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h07 | 6:26 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 1:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h29 | 8:02 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 681 · 4533 | On time 2:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h07 | 7:26 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 883 · 4535 | On time 3:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h07 | 8:26 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 3:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h30 | 11:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ECE 9 · 4536 | On time 3:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 8:30 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 775 · 4538 | 4:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 9:30 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 77 · S3 | On time 5:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h03 | 10:47 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 685 · 4636 | On time 6:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h21 | 12:40 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 685 · ICE 937 · S9 | On time 6:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h52 | 12:11 AM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 777 · 15546 | 6:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h08 | 12:52 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 79 · S6 | On time 7:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h43 | 1:27 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station
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Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 12:50 AM |
Last train 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Frankfurt South station from $18 (€15). 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.
FlixTrain
ÖBB | Nightjet
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station 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 Frankfurt South station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station
Most Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt South station trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Hamburg Hbf and Frankfurt South station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg-Altona from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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