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Vogtlandmuseum Plauen
Main city museum on Plauen Lace, regional history, and art. It is the essential place to understand the city's textile heritage.
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
6 h 34 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
372 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Plauen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Plauen will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hamburg for Plauen on Wed, Aug 05, 2 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 372 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 34 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 45 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Plauen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a flight costs an average of $208.
Distance: 231 miles (372 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$100 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $423 Average price | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Plauen:
A bus is $25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Plauen costing on average $100.
A bus is $348 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Plauen costing on average $423.
Other travel options to Plauen take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 28m.
Bus takes on average 6h 30m.
Tickets start at around $100 compared to roughly $84 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.90. The journey takes 5h 54m versus 5h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Plauen trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:01 AM Hamburg | 6h12 | 12:13 PM Plauen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hamburg to Plauen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 231 miles (372 km) distance in 6h 12m.
Distance 231 miles (372 km) |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 12m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Plauen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Plauen trip today.
Main city museum on Plauen Lace, regional history, and art. It is the essential place to understand the city's textile heritage.
Gallery dedicated to artist Erich Ohser, creator of Vater und Sohn. A compact, distinctive museum with strong local cultural importance.
Museum branch focused on lace production, design, and machinery. A strong stop for understanding the craft that made Plauen internationally known.
Main central square surrounded by historic buildings, shops, and events. It is the natural starting point for exploring old Plauen on foot.
Compact old town area with rebuilt historic fabric, churches, and museums. Best for a first walk through Plauen's heritage core.
Scenic valley area beneath the big bridge, valued for walking routes, engineering views, and a strong sense of Plauen's landscape.
A hearty potato soup from Vogtland, often enriched with root vegetables and herbs. It is a staple regional comfort dish in southeast Saxony.
Crisp potato pancakes traditional in Vogtland, usually served with applesauce or savory sides. They reflect the region's strong potato-based home cooking.
Small boiled potato dumplings from Vogtland, commonly served with roast dishes and gravy. They are one of the area's best-known traditional specialties.
Established restaurant in Plauen known for refined German and regional cuisine in an elegant, traditional setting.
Traditional brewery-style venue serving hearty Saxon and German dishes with beer-focused atmosphere and classic pub character.
Well-known dining venue offering seasonal German cuisine and a comfortable ambience suited to a relaxed regional meal.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than in major cities, while local transit and everyday costs stay reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes for good service.
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Plauen (Vogtland) Oberer Bahnhof -> Plauen Postplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Plauen 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 Plauen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Plauen trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bhf station pair, with some services arriving at Plauen(Vogtl) Mitte. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Plauen 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.
Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bhf is 1 km from Plauen city centre. Public transport options include:
Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Syrtaki, Ratskeller Plauen
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bhf: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bhf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexandra, Dormero Hotel Plauen, Best Western Hotel Am Strassberger Tor.
Plauen(Vogtl) Mitte 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 Plauen(Vogtl) Mitte.
Ticket office support is available at Plauen(Vogtl) Mitte. Information desks are available at Plauen(Vogtl) Mitte.
Luggage storage is available at Plauen(Vogtl) Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Plauen(Vogtl) Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Plauen(Vogtl) Mitte: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plauen(Vogtl) Mitte.
Jößnitz is 4 km from Plauen city centre. Public transport options include:
Jößnitz 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: Schloßhotel Jößnitz
Wi-Fi is available at Jößnitz. ATMs are available at Jößnitz.
Ticket office support is available at Jößnitz. Information desks are available at Jößnitz.
Luggage storage is available at Jößnitz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Jößnitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Jößnitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jößnitz.
Nearby hotels include Schloßhotel Jößnitz, Romantica Hotel.
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