- Must visit
Oberhausmuseum
Passau’s main city museum inside Veste Oberhaus, presenting regional history, art, and the fortress story with excellent river views nearby.
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Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
13h 55m
Average duration
16h 23m
Buses per day
4
Distance
549 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Passau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. 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 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $57.
Distance: 376 miles (606 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$149 Average price | $184 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 46m Average total duration 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 36m Average total duration 12h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg 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 Passau:
A bus is $89 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Passau costing on average $149 (€122).
A bus is $124 (€102) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Passau costing on average $184 (€151).
Other travel options to Passau take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 16m.
Bus takes on average 12h 6m.
You'll arrive about 1h 17m sooner (7h 16m by train vs 8h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $149 (€122) compared to roughly $23 (€19) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Passau trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:01 PM Hamburg | 7h23 | 8:24 PM Passau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
![]() | 8:01 AM Hamburg | 7h23 | 3:24 PM Passau | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:13 AM Hamburg | 7h11 | 4:24 PM Passau | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hamburg to Passau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 376 miles (606 km) distance in 6h 24m.
Distance 376 miles (606 km) |
Average train duration 7h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 24m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Passau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Passau trip today.
Passau’s main city museum inside Veste Oberhaus, presenting regional history, art, and the fortress story with excellent river views nearby.
Cathedral museum displaying treasury pieces, liturgical art, and sacred objects that illuminate the history of Passau’s powerful bishopric.
Museum on the artist Georg Philipp Wörlen, showcasing modern art and changing exhibitions in a respected local gallery setting.
Narrow point where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz meet, creating Passau’s signature panorama and the city’s most iconic photo stop.
Passau’s historic core of lanes, pastel facades, churches, and riverfront spaces, ideal for walking between major sights and hidden corners.
Popular viewpoint terrace by the fortress, offering one of the best elevated panoramas of the three rivers and Passau’s rooftops.
A Bavarian wheat beer widely enjoyed in Passau beer halls. It is traditional in Lower Bavaria and pairs well with local sausages and pretzels.
Sweet mustard made in nearby Bavaria, classically served with Weißwurst. It is a staple regional condiment and part of the traditional morning meal.
Traditional Bavarian veal and pork sausages, usually eaten before noon with sweet mustard and pretzels. A classic dish across Passau and Lower Bavaria.
Well-known refined restaurant in Passau with modern regional cuisine and an elegant atmosphere, suitable for a special dinner.
Historic restaurant and brewery venue serving Bavarian classics and beer in a rustic, established atmosphere by the river area.
Traditional Bavarian brewery tavern known for regional dishes, beer, and a classic inn setting near the old town.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, local transit is limited, and riverside tourist areas cost a bit more than smaller Bavarian towns.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Tip restaurants about 5-10%, round up for taxis, and leave small change at cafes.
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Passau Hbf -> Domplatz, Passau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Passau 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 Passau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Passau trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Passau Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Passau, Hauptbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Passau 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 Dammtor is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Dammtor 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: Hunt Coffee, Haerlin, Gran Sasso, Double Coffee
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Dammtor. ATMs are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Information desks are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hanseatin, Renaissance, Hotel Preuß, Hotel Amsterdam.
Passau 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: Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar, Gastronomie Innsteg, Café Kowalski, Lecorner
Wi-Fi is available at Passau Hbf. ATMs are available at Passau Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Passau Hbf. Information desks are available at Passau Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Passau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Passau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Passau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Passau Hbf.
Nearby hotels include IBB Hotel Passau, Hotel Atrium, Hotel Herdegen Garni, Hotel König.
Passau, Hauptbahnhof 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 Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
ATMs are available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
Available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
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