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Kunsthalle Hamburg
One of Germany’s major art museums, spanning medieval altarpieces to contemporary works across several buildings near the main station.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanau to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanau to Hamburg will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 3 trains that leave Hanau for Hamburg on Tue, Jul 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 07 the direct trains cover the 390 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
On Tue, Jul 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 59 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 Hanau to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $126.
Distance: 242 miles (390 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$103 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hanau to Hamburg:
A bus is $65 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanau to Hamburg costing on average $103 (€85).
A bus is $157 (€129) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanau to Hamburg costing on average $195 (€160).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 7m.
Bus takes on average 6h 8m.
You'll arrive about 1h 5m sooner (4h 7m by train vs 5h 12m by car). Tickets start at around $103 (€85) compared to roughly $20 (€16) 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.
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 Hanau to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:58 AM Hanau | 4h59 | 10:57 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Hanau | 3h59 | 11:29 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:46 AM Hanau | 4h11 | 11:57 AM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hanau to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 242 miles (390 km) distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 242 miles (390 km) |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg -> Hamburg City Center, Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanau to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hanau to Hamburg trains use the Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Hanau and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hanau Hbf is 1 km from Hanau city centre. Public transport options include:
Hanau Hbf 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: Maschuq, Steve's Bar and Grill, Ristorante Mediterraneo, Food & Drink
Wi-Fi is available at Hanau Hbf. ATMs are available at Hanau Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hanau Hbf. Information desks are available at Hanau Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Hanau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hanau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hanau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hanau Hbf.
Hanau West 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: Eiscafe Costa, Destino, Cafe Amadeo, SenDo
Wi-Fi is available at Hanau West. ATMs are available at Hanau West.
Ticket office support is available at Hanau West. Information desks are available at Hanau West.
Luggage storage is available at Hanau West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hanau West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hanau West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hanau West.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Zum Riesen, Hotel Residence, Hotel Maingold.
Hanau-Wilhelmsbad is 2 km from Hanau city centre. Public transport options include:
Hanau-Wilhelmsbad 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: Wilhelmsbader HOF KÜCHE, Fürstenbahnhof
Wi-Fi is available at Hanau-Wilhelmsbad. ATMs are available at Hanau-Wilhelmsbad.
Ticket office support is available at Hanau-Wilhelmsbad. Information desks are available at Hanau-Wilhelmsbad.
Luggage storage is available at Hanau-Wilhelmsbad. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hanau-Wilhelmsbad: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hanau-Wilhelmsbad: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hanau-Wilhelmsbad.
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.
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