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Internationales Wind- und Wassermühlen-Museum
Open-air museum with mills from many countries, crafts, and large grounds. It is Gifhorn's signature cultural attraction and the town's top museum visit.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$35
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 20
5
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Gifhorn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Gifhorn will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Gifhorn without transferring at least once.
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83521Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Gifhorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$54 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Hamburg to Gifhorn:
A bus is $33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Gifhorn costing on average $54.
Other travel options to Gifhorn take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 43m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (2h 0m by train vs 2h 15m by car). Tickets start at around $54 compared to roughly $28 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 Hamburg to Gifhorn trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 789+ 83519 | On time 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h25 | 2:26 PM Gifhorn station | 1 transfer | |
82123+ 83621 | 12:56 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h24 | 3:20 PM Gifhorn station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 589+ 83521 | On time 1:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h25 | 3:26 PM Gifhorn station | 1 transfer | |
83623+ 82125 | 1:56 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h24 | 4:20 PM Gifhorn station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Gifhorn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 but you can travel from only $11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Discover the best of Gifhorn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gifhorn trip today.
Open-air museum with mills from many countries, crafts, and large grounds. It is Gifhorn's signature cultural attraction and the town's top museum visit.
Permanent and temporary exhibitions inside Gifhorn Castle covering regional history, art, and culture in a memorable historic setting.
Municipal gallery space for rotating contemporary art, photography, and local cultural exhibitions. A useful stop for current creative work in town.
Historic center with shops, civic buildings, and easy walking routes. It is the best area for seeing Gifhorn's everyday character and main sights together.
Central square often used for markets and events. It is a practical orientation point and a good place to experience local town life.
Green riverside zone near the castle, ideal for strolling, relaxing, and photographing Gifhorn's water-rich landscape and historic skyline.
Hearty Lower Saxony kale stew with smoked sausage and potatoes. A classic winter dish widely eaten across the region around Gifhorn.
Sour marinated beef in a rich sweet-sour gravy, usually served with red cabbage and potato dumplings. A long-standing North German Sunday favorite.
Pan-fried potatoes with onions and bacon, often served as a side or simple meal. A beloved everyday staple in Lower Saxony homes and inns.
Well-known local venue serving Greek and Mediterranean dishes in an informal, family-friendly atmosphere popular with residents.
Established hotel restaurant with seasonal German cuisine and a calm, polished atmosphere suitable for a more refined meal.
Traditional German inn in Gifhorn known for regional dishes and hearty classics in a relaxed, rustic setting.
Gifhorn is moderate for Germany: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than major cities, while local transit and everyday costs remain fairly standard.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and small change is fine at cafes.
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Gifhorn Bahnhof -> Gifhorn Marktplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Gifhorn 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 Gifhorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Gifhorn trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Gifhorn station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Gifhorn 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.
Gifhorn is 2 km from Gifhorn city centre. Public transport options include:
Gifhorn 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: ANNA, La Cantina
Wi-Fi is available at Gifhorn. ATMs are available at Gifhorn.
Ticket office support is available at Gifhorn. Information desks are available at Gifhorn.
Luggage storage is available at Gifhorn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gifhorn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gifhorn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gifhorn.
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