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Vonderau Museum
Fulda's main city museum in the palace, presenting regional history, decorative arts, and princely state rooms.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Fulda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Fulda will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 13 trains from Hamburg to Fulda, including 10 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 337 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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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Trains from Hamburg to Fulda run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 209 miles (337 km) distance in 2h 26m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hamburg to Fulda.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Fulda trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 587 | Delayed 10:03 AM 11:01 AMHamburg Hbf | 2h53 | 1:54 PM Fulda Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 579 · ICE 799 | On time 11:39 AM Hamburg Harburg | 3h04 | 2:43 PM Fulda Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789 | On time 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h53 | 2:54 PM Fulda Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 589 | On time 1:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h53 | 3:54 PM Fulda Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 1:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h24 | 7:03 PM Fulda | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 771 · ICE 993 | On time 1:41 PM Hamburg Harburg | 3h02 | 4:43 PM Fulda Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 881 | On time 2:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h53 | 4:54 PM Fulda Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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ICE 783 | On time 6:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h53 | 8:54 AM Fulda Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 583 | On time 7:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h53 | 9:54 AM Fulda Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 575 · ICE 795 | On time 7:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h14 | 10:43 AM Fulda Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h53 | 10:54 AM Fulda Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 5 · 24227 | On time 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h08 | 12:37 PM Fulda Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585 | On time 9:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 2h41 | 11:54 AM Fulda Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1185 · ICE 577 · ICE 797 | On time 9:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3h22 | 12:43 PM Fulda Bahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 787 | On time 10:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h53 | 12:54 PM Fulda Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Fulda with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, and metronom. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and metronom. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Fulda's main city museum in the palace, presenting regional history, decorative arts, and princely state rooms.
Cathedral museum displaying sacred art, liturgical treasures, and artifacts tied to Fulda's monastic past.
Children's academy museum with the interactive 'Walk-In Heart', making science and learning engaging for families.
Formal Baroque gardens by the palace, perfect for strolling among hedges, flowerbeds, and city-center views.
Historic old town area with half-timbered buildings, small lanes, and a pleasant setting for casual walks.
Lively central square framed by historic facades, shops, and churches, ideal for experiencing old Fulda on foot.
A hearty Hessian potato sausage made with pork, potatoes and spices. It is a regional comfort food long linked to rural cooking around Fulda.
A green herb sauce made with seven fresh herbs, usually served with boiled eggs and potatoes. A classic Hessian spring dish popular across the region.
A rustic sour milk cheese with a sharp aroma, often served with onions and vinegar. It is a traditional Hessian tavern snack enjoyed with cider or bread.
Established upscale restaurant with modern fine dining, seasonal ingredients and polished service. Good choice for a special meal in Fulda.
Traditional brewery-style venue serving hearty Hessian and German dishes with local beers in a casual, lively setting.
Well-known local inn with classic Franconian and Hessian comfort food, generous portions and a relaxed traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit and simple meals are reasonable for most tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up small fares for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Fulda.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Fulda 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 Fulda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Fulda trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Fulda Bahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Fulda train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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-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.
Fulda Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Fulda Bahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Fulda Bahnhof. Information desks are available at Fulda Bahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Fulda Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fulda Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fulda Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fulda Bahnhof.
Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB.
ATMs are available at Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB.
Available at Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fulda, Bahnhof / ZOB.
Check train stations information for Hamburg and Fulda, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.