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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€42
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€116
Fastest journey on Aug 29
4 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
4 h 10 m
Trains on Aug 29
32
Distance
404 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around €116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 32 trains from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport, including 8 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 404 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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.
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FlixBus7:39 AM9h56Hamburg Hbf5:35 PMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)€421One-way1 transfer- FlixTrain+FlixBus3:01 PM10h09Hamburg Harburg1:10 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)€471One-way1 transfer
- FlixTrain+FlixBus1:49 PM10h26Hamburg-Bergedorf12:15 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)€521One-way1 transfer
ICE 6153:45 PM5h04Hamburg Hbf8:49 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€541One-way0 transfers- ICE 2032:45 PM5h04Hamburg Hbf7:49 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€681One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1073 · ICE 151610:21 AM4h02Hamburg Hbf2:23 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€1511One-way1 transfer
- ICE 1073 · S810:21 AM4h08Hamburg Hbf2:29 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen€1511One-way1 transfer
- ICE 1185 · ICE 577 · S6 · S99:32 AM4h12Hamburg Harburg1:44 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen€1431One-way3 transfers
- ICE 1185 · ICE 2487 · S6 · S99:32 AM4h12Hamburg Harburg1:44 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen€1511One-way3 transfers
- ICE 773 · S6 · S93:29 PM4h15Hamburg Hbf7:44 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen€811One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, while a flight costs an average of €251.
Distance: 251 miles (404 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€91 Average price | €251 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is €44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average €91.
A bus is €204 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average €251.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 30m.
Bus takes on average 9h 1m.
You'll arrive about 45m sooner (4h 30m by train vs 5h 15m by car). Tickets start at around €91 compared to roughly €16 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
Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 773 · ICE 995 · S6 · S9 | Delayed 1:47 PM 3:29 PMHamburg Hbf | 4h45 | 8:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 773 · 29532 | Delayed 1:47 PM 3:29 PMHamburg Hbf | 4h06 | 7:35 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 773 · ICE 995+ 24364 | Delayed 1:47 PM 3:29 PMHamburg Hbf | 4h37 | 8:06 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 615 | 3:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h04 | 8:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ECE 9 · S9 | On time 4:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h15 | 8:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 9 · ICE 1554 | On time 4:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h27 | 8:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 205 | On time 4:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h04 | 9:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 775 · 32880 · S9 | 5:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h15 | 9:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 775 · S6 · S9 | 5:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h15 | 9:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 775+24372 | 5:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h37 | 10:06 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 617 | 5:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h11 | 10:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1077 | 6:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h57 | 10:18 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 77 · S6 · S9 | On time 6:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h15 | 10:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 77 · S6 · S9 | On time 6:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h15 | 10:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 77+24374 | On time 6:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h37 | 11:06 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 777 · S6 · S9 | 7:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h15 | 11:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 777 · S6 · S9 | 7:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h15 | 11:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 619 | 7:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h08 | 12:53 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 79 · S8+15023 | On time 8:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h00 | 2:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 79 · S6 · ICE 699+15023 | On time 8:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h13 | 2:42 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 609 · IC 60408 · S6 · S8 | 8:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h55 | 4:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 609 · IC 60408 · S6 · S8 | 8:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h55 | 4:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 609 · IC 60408 · S6 · S8 | 8:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h55 | 4:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 921 · ICE 827 | On time 10:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h51 | 4:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 921 · ICE 827 | On time 10:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h51 | 4:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
 81677 · 81655+ICE 273 · S9 | 11:06 PM Hamburg Harburg | 7h08 | 6:14 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 81677 · 81655+ICE 273+24306 | 11:06 PM Hamburg Harburg | 6h57 | 6:03 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 7:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h56 | 5:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 7:49 AM Hamburg-Bergedorf | 9h46 | 5:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 5 · 32862 · S8 | On time 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 12:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ECE 5+24338 | On time 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h38 | 1:07 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 107 | On time 8:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h07 | 1:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 577 · ICE 797 | On time 9:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h24 | 1:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 577 · S6 · S9 | On time 9:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h16 | 1:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 2487 · S6 · S9 | On time 9:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h16 | 1:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 2487 · ICE 797 | On time 9:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h24 | 1:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1185 · ICE 720 | On time 9:32 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h47 | 2:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1185 · ICE 2487 · ICE 797 | On time 9:32 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h20 | 1:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1185 · ICE 577 · S6 · S9 | On time 9:32 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h12 | 1:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1185 · ICE 2487 · S6 · S9 | On time 9:32 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h12 | 1:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1185 · ICE 577 · ICE 797 | On time 9:32 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h20 | 1:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 519 | On time 9:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h04 | 2:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1073 · ICE 1516 | On time 10:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h02 | 2:23 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1073 · S8 | On time 10:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h08 | 2:29 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 109 | On time 10:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h04 | 3:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 579+24352 | On time 11:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h37 | 4:06 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 611 | On time 11:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h04 | 4:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 201 | On time 12:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h04 | 5:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 613 | On time 1:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h04 | 6:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 1:49 PM Hamburg-Bergedorf | 10h26 | 12:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 75+24378 | On time 2:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h38 | 7:07 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2375 · ICE 377+24378 | On time 2:41 PM Hamburg Harburg | 4h26 | 7:07 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 203 | On time 2:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h04 | 7:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 3:01 PM Hamburg Harburg | 10h09 | 1:10 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Trains from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:19, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (404 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 251 miles (404 km) |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 3:19 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom trains will get you between Hamburg and Frankfurt am Main Airport from €7. 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.
metronom
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Most Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Frankfurt am Main Airport 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.
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