The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Meiningen
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Meiningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Meiningen will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hamburg for Meiningen on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 336 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 48 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 48 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.
6:01 AM4h48Hamburg10:49 AMMeiningen$481One-way0 transfers
6:01 AM4h48Hamburg10:49 AMMeiningen$481One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Meiningen
Trains from Hamburg to Meiningen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 but you can travel from only $43 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 208 miles (336 km) distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 208 miles (336 km) |
Average train duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 4:13 AM |
Last train 10:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Live departures
Hamburg to Meiningen train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Meiningen trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:01 AM Hamburg | 4h48 | 10:49 AM Meiningen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Meiningen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Meiningen 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 Meiningen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Meiningen
Most Hamburg to Meiningen trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Meiningen station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Meiningen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Meiningen leave from?
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.
Which Meiningen station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Meiningen from Meiningen city centre
Meiningen train station facilities and services
Meiningen 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: Goldener Zwinger, Schloss-Stuben, Zum Sonnegarten, Lava Java
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Meiningen. ATMs are available at Meiningen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meiningen. Information desks are available at Meiningen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Meiningen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meiningen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meiningen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meiningen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel an der Kapelle, Hotel Kaiserpark, Schlundhaus, Zum Sonnegarten.
Most popular train connections from Hamburg
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