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Compare train and flight for Hamburg to Sonneberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Sonneberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $325.
Distance: 227 miles (366 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$92 Average price Cheapest | $415 Average price | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 38m Average total duration 11h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Sonneberg:
A train is $324 (€266) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Sonneberg costing on average $415 (€341).
Other travel options to Sonneberg take longer:
Flight takes on average 11h 38m.
You'll arrive about 34m sooner (5h 14m by train vs 5h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $92 (€75) compared to roughly $83 (€68) 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.
Live departures
Hamburg to Sonneberg train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Sonneberg trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 10:52 AM Hamburg | 6h40 | 5:32 PM Sonneberg (thüringen) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 11:01 AM Hamburg | 5h52 | 4:53 PM Sonneberg (thüringen) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Sonneberg
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Trains from Hamburg to Sonneberg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 227 miles (366 km) distance in 5h 19m.
Distance 227 miles (366 km) |
Average train duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg to Sonneberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg and Sonneberg from $50 (€41). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Sonneberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Sonneberg 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 Sonneberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Sonneberg
Most Hamburg to Sonneberg trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Sonneberg(Thür) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Sonneberg(Thür)Nord. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Sonneberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Sonneberg 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 Sonneberg station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Sonneberg(Thür) Hbf from Sonneberg city centre
Sonneberg(Thür) Hbf train station facilities and services
Sonneberg(Thür) 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: Stadtcafé, Café Metropol, Asia-Bistro im City-Center, Al Colosseo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sonneberg(Thür) Hbf. ATMs are available at Sonneberg(Thür) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sonneberg(Thür) Hbf. Information desks are available at Sonneberg(Thür) Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Sonneberg(Thür) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sonneberg(Thür) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sonneberg(Thür) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sonneberg(Thür) Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Spielzeughotel Sonneberg.
Getting to Sonneberg(Thür)Nord from Sonneberg city centre
Sonneberg(Thür)Nord is 2 km from Sonneberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Sonneberg(Thür)Nord train station facilities and services
Sonneberg(Thür)Nord 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 and drink
Food options include: Gasthof Hüttensteinach
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sonneberg(Thür)Nord. ATMs are available at Sonneberg(Thür)Nord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sonneberg(Thür)Nord. Information desks are available at Sonneberg(Thür)Nord.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Sonneberg(Thür)Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sonneberg(Thür)Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sonneberg(Thür)Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sonneberg(Thür)Nord.
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