Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€50

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€124

Fastest journey on Sep 20

4 h 26 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

4 h 26 m

Trains on Sep 20

20

Distance

465 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around €124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 20 trains from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf, including 15 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 465 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 26 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 26 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.

  • Deutsche BahnS6 · ICE 920
    10:47 PM8h30
    Mannheim Hbf
    7:17 AMHamburg Hbf
    €501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 618
    4:01 AM6h14
    Mannheim Hbf
    10:15 AMHamburg Hbf
    €701One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 76
    7:03 AM4h35
    Mannheim Hbf
    11:38 AMHamburg Hbf
    €761One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 2510 · ICE 1541 · 4400+metronom82008
    9:33 PM9h12
    Mannheim Hbf
    6:45 AMHamburg Hbf
    €831One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4550 · ICE 1126
    4:32 AM5h04
    Mannheim Hbf
    9:36 AMHamburg Hbf
    €861One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, while a flight costs an average of €364.

Distance: 288 miles (465 km)

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Train
Bus
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Driving

€87

Average price

€49

Average price

Cheapest

€364

Average price

€83

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 22m

Average total duration

4h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 50m

Average total duration

10h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 4m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Lufthansa

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is a bus with an average price of €49.

This is compared to other travel options from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf:

A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average €87.

A bus is €315 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average €364.

The fastest way to travel from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 52m.

Bus takes on average 10h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Mannheim Hbf and Hamburg Hbf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 12m sooner (4h 52m by train vs 5h 4m by car). Tickets start at around €87 compared to roughly €83 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, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

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

Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 6
Delayed
1:03 PM Mannheim Hbf
4h30
3:36 PM 3:36 PMHamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 578
On time
2:03 PM Mannheim Hbf
4h26
6:29 PM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 72
On time
3:03 PM Mannheim Hbf
4h35
7:38 PM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 576
On time
4:03 PM Mannheim Hbf
4h29
8:32 PM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnECE 4
On time
5:03 PM Mannheim Hbf
4h32
9:35 PM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 574
On time
6:03 PM Mannheim Hbf
4h36
10:39 PM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 70
On time
7:03 PM Mannheim Hbf
4h38
11:41 PM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 572
On time
8:03 PM Mannheim Hbf
4h27
12:30 AM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2347 · ICE 1541+metronom82856
On time
8:39 PM Mannheim Hbf
9h26
6:05 AM Hamburg Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 2550 · ICE 2972 · ICE 1080
On time
10:30 PM Mannheim Hbf
8h12
6:42 AM Hamburg Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche BahnS6 · ICE 920
On time
10:47 PM Mannheim Hbf
8h07
6:54 AM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
Sunday, September 20
Deutsche BahnICE 618
On time
4:01 AM Mannheim Hbf
6h14
10:15 AM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn4550 · ICE 1126
On time
4:32 AM Mannheim Hbf
5h04
9:36 AM Hamburg Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 76
On time
7:03 AM Mannheim Hbf
4h35
11:38 AM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 774
On time
8:03 AM Mannheim Hbf
4h26
12:29 PM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 8
On time
9:03 AM Mannheim Hbf
4h26
1:29 PM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 692 · ICE 992 · ICE 772
On time
9:29 AM Mannheim Hbf
5h11
2:40 PM Hamburg Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 772
On time
10:03 AM Mannheim Hbf
4h37
2:40 PM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 74
On time
11:03 AM Mannheim Hbf
4h37
3:40 PM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 770
On time
12:03 PM Mannheim Hbf
4h26
4:29 PM Hamburg Hbf		0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf

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Trains from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 288 miles (465 km) distance in 4h 11m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
288 miles (465 km)
Average train duration
4h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
€16
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
4h 11m
First train
12:15 AM
Last train
9:42 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Mannheim Hbf and Hamburg Hbf from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
4h 11m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixTrain Duration
6h 40m
Cheapest FlixTrain Price
€27
FlixTrain frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €16, while the average price is around €87.
The train from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf takes 4h 11m and runs 11 per day.
The distance by train from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is 288 miles (465 km).
The first train from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 2:01 AM.
The last train from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 9:42 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf. This service operates 7 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is by train, with a cost of around €16.
The train journey from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf offers scenic views of the German countryside, including rolling hills and charming villages, particularly as you travel through the regions of Hesse and Lower Saxony.
A day trip from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 11m. However, there are 5 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 288 miles (465 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf.
Since both Mannheim Hbf and Hamburg Hbf are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Hamburg Hbf include Hanover, Bremen, Osnabrück, Schwerin, Kiel.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf

Most Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Mannheim Hbf and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Mannheim
Arrival train stations in Hamburg
Mannheim HbfMannheim Hbf, Willy-Brandt-Platz 17, 68161 MannheimWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Mannheim Hbf from Mannheim city centre

Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:

BusRnv 6, Rnv 4 · 7m · €3 · every ~4 min
Rnv 61, Rnv 60 · 9m · €3 · every ~13 min
TramRnv 5, Rnv 15, Rnv 5A, Rnv 9, Rnv 6, Rnv E, Rnv 6A, Rnv 4, Rnv 4A, Rnv 3, Rnv 2, Rnv 1 · 5m · €2 · every ~62 min
Rnv 1, Rnv 3, Rnv 5, Rnv 5A, Rnv 4A, Rnv 4, Rnv 15 · 7m · €2 · every ~46 min

Mannheim Hbf train station facilities and services

Mannheim 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: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.

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