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Archaeological Park Cambodunum Museum
Main Roman archaeology site and museum area with excavated remains, reconstructions, and exhibitions on ancient Cambodunum.
Cheapest price
$172
Average price
$200
Fastest journey
6 h 17 m
Average duration
8 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
651 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Kempten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Kempten will cost around $200 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $172.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Kempten without transferring at least once.
ECE 5 · ICE 2013
ICE 1073 · ICE 1095 · 3991
ICE 1185 · 3294
ICE 519 · 57426
ICE 787 · 59125 · 3296
ICE 1185 · 3294
ICE 787 · 59125 · 3296
ICE 1073 · ICE 1095 · 3991
ECE 5 · ICE 2013
ICE 519 · 57426Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Kempten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $57.
Distance: 404 miles (651 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$107 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $189 Average price | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 48m Average total duration 11h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Kempten:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Kempten costing on average $107 (€87).
A bus is $126 (€102) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Kempten costing on average $189 (€153).
Other travel options to Kempten take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 35m.
Bus takes on average 11h 18m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (7h 35m by train vs 8h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $107 (€87) compared to roughly $25 (€20) 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 Kempten trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 5 · ICE 2013 | On time 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h39 | 5:08 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1185 · 3294 | On time 9:31 AM Hamburg Harburg | 6h17 | 3:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 519 · 57426 | On time 9:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h33 | 7:18 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 787 · 59125 · 3296 | On time 10:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 7h35 | 5:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1073 · ICE 1095 · 3991 | On time 10:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h06 | 6:27 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 2 transfers |
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Trains from Hamburg to Kempten run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 404 miles (651 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 404 miles (651 km) |
Average train duration 7h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 20m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Kempten — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kempten trip today.
Main Roman archaeology site and museum area with excavated remains, reconstructions, and exhibitions on ancient Cambodunum.
City museum in the Zumsteinhaus presenting Kempten’s history from Roman times to modern Allgäu life in a central historic setting.
Interactive natural history museum focused on the Alps and Allgäu, with family-friendly displays on geology, wildlife, and landscapes.
The oldest pedestrian shopping street in Germany, lined with historic facades and local businesses in the heart of the old town.
Historic neighborhood streets near the old imperial city core, best explored slowly for facades, courtyards, and local atmosphere.
Historic central square framed by St. Mang Church and old-town buildings; a practical starting point for exploring Kempten on foot.
Kässpatzen are soft egg noodles layered with melted mountain cheese and topped with fried onions, a signature Allgäu comfort dish found across Kempten.
Krautkrapfen are rolled pasta sheets filled with sauerkraut and onions, then pan-fried. They are a traditional Swabian-Allgäu farmhouse dish.
Kässuppe is a rich Alpine cheese soup, often made with local Allgäu cheese and broth. It reflects the dairy traditions of the region.
Well-regarded fine dining restaurant with modern regional cooking, refined presentation, and an elegant atmosphere for a special meal.
Traditional Bavarian-Allgäu brewery inn known for regional classics and beer in a lively, historic setting near central Kempten.
Established brewery restaurant serving hearty Bavarian dishes and house beer in a casual, sociable setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, local transit is reasonable, and tourist costs are usually lower than Munich or major Alpine resorts.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf -> Rathausplatz, Kempten (Allgäu)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Kempten 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 Kempten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Kempten trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Kempten 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 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.
Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf is 1 km from Kempten city centre. Public transport options include:
Kempten(Allgäu) 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: Sushi & Nem, Pizza Royal, Art of Shisha, China-Town
Wi-Fi is available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf. ATMs are available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf. Information desks are available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include BigBOX ALLGÄU Hotel, Art Hotel Allgäu, Green Living Inn.
Kempten(Allgäu)Ost is 1 km from Kempten city centre. Public transport options include:
Kempten(Allgäu)Ost 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: Cafe Zimmermann, Lenz im Hirsch, Sportheim SV Lenzfried, Allgäu Hütte
Wi-Fi is available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. ATMs are available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. Information desks are available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost.
Nearby hotels include Landhotel Hirsch, Bayerischer Hof, Berg-Café.
St Mang is 2 km from Kempten city centre. Public transport options include:
St Mang 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: Zum Löwen, China-Town, Seinerzeit, San Remo
Wi-Fi is available at St Mang. ATMs are available at St Mang.
Ticket office support is available at St Mang. Information desks are available at St Mang.
Luggage storage is available at St Mang. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Mang: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St Mang: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Mang.
Nearby hotels include Green Living Inn.
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