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Museum der Universität Tübingen MUT
Flagship university museum inside Hohentübingen Castle, known for major archaeology collections and the famous Ice Age art finds.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€43
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€43
Fastest journey on Sep 08
14 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
14 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 08
1
Distance
566 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Tübingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Tübingen will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Tübingen without transferring at least once.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Tübingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €58 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €58, while a flight costs an average of €418.
Distance: 351 miles (566 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€139 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest | €418 Average price | €104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg 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 Tübingen:
A bus is €80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Tübingen costing on average €139.
A bus is €360 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Tübingen costing on average €418.
Other travel options to Tübingen take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 29m.
Bus takes on average 13h 35m.
You'll arrive about 1h 9m sooner (6h 29m by train vs 7h 38m by car). Tickets start at around €139 compared to roughly €104 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 Tübingen trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 7:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 14h51 | 10:30 PM Tübingen, Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Tübingen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €62 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:04, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 351 miles (566 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 351 miles (566 km) |
Average train duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €62 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 40m |
First train 1:04 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
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Discover the best of Tübingen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tübingen trip today.
Flagship university museum inside Hohentübingen Castle, known for major archaeology collections and the famous Ice Age art finds.
Specialized exhibit space in the castle presenting Egyptian antiquities and mummies from the university’s archaeological collections.
Gallery of classical sculpture casts, useful for understanding Greek and Roman art in an academic yet accessible setting.
Tübingen’s heart, lined with colorful half-timbered houses, shops, and terraces. The essential starting point for exploring the old town.
Elegant riverside row of old houses facing the Neckar, famous for one of Germany’s most photographed urban panoramas.
Tree-lined island promenade between river branches, loved for punting scenes, walks, and classic views back to the old town.
Maultaschen are Swabian stuffed pasta pockets filled with meat, spinach, and herbs. They are a regional classic widely loved in Tübingen and across Württemberg.
Käsespätzle are soft Swabian egg noodles layered with melted cheese and fried onions. This comforting dish is a staple in southern German homes and taverns.
Linsen mit Spätzle pairs hearty lentils with Swabian noodles, often served with sausages. It is one of the region's most traditional everyday meals.
Established fine dining restaurant offering refined modern cuisine with regional influence. Elegant atmosphere suited for a special meal.
Well-known brewery tavern serving hearty Swabian food and house-brewed beer near the Neckar. Lively, casual, and popular with locals and visitors.
Historic traditional restaurant in the old town known for Swabian classics such as Maultaschen and seasonal regional dishes in a cozy setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, transit is reasonable, and student-oriented spots help keep daily costs below Munich or Frankfurt.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants; round up small taxi fares and cafe bills.
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Tübingen Hbf -> Marktplatz, Tübingen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Tübingen 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 Tübingen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Tübingen trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Tübingen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Tübingen West. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Tübingen 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-Bergedorf is 15 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Bergedorf 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: Casa Vecchia, Burger Lounge, Il mío, Olivo
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Nearby hotels include Sachsentor, Hotel Hanseat.
Tübingen 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: Café Binder, China-/Thai-Restaurant Dynastie, Kalender Falafel, Bar & Ristorante La Torre
Wi-Fi is available at Tübingen Hbf. ATMs are available at Tübingen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Tübingen Hbf. Information desks are available at Tübingen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Tübingen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tübingen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tübingen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tübingen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include City-Hotel, Krone, Hotel am Schloss, Metropol garni.
Tübingen-Derendingen is 2 km from Tübingen city centre. Public transport options include:
Tübingen-Derendingen 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 options include: China-/Thai-Restaurant Dynastie, Berivan, Domino's, Zum Löwen
Wi-Fi is available at Tübingen-Derendingen. ATMs are available at Tübingen-Derendingen.
Ticket office support is available at Tübingen-Derendingen. Information desks are available at Tübingen-Derendingen.
Luggage storage is available at Tübingen-Derendingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tübingen-Derendingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tübingen-Derendingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tübingen-Derendingen.
Tübingen West is 1 km from Tübingen city centre. Public transport options include:
Tübingen West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Tübingen West.
ATMs are available at Tübingen West.
Available at Tübingen West: Parking, WC.
Available at Tübingen West: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tübingen West.
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