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Miniatur Wunderland
World-famous model railway and miniature world in Speicherstadt, known for extraordinary detail and broad appeal to adults and children.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 11 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
465 km
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 $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 22 trains that leave Mannheim Hbf for Hamburg Hbf on Mon, Jun 22, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 465 km distance in an average of 5 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 9 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 11 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.
ICE 572
4586 · 15544 · ICE 1272 · ICE 1080
4586 · 15544 · ICE 1272 · 4400
ICE 510 · ICE 920
ICE 618 · ICE 78
ICE 572
ICE 74
ICE 772
ICE 770
ICE 774Omio 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 prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $73.
Distance: 288 miles (465 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $86 (€70).
A bus is $148 (€121) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $195 (€159).
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 10m.
Bus takes on average 7h 21m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 774 | On time 8:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 1:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 8 | On time 9:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 2:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 692 · ICE 772 | On time 9:29 AM Mannheim Hbf | 5h45 | 3:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 772 | On time 10:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 3:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 74 | On time 11:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 4:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 770 | On time 12:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 5:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 6 | On time 1:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 6:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 578 | On time 2:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 7:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 72 | On time 3:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 8:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 576 | On time 4:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 9:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 4 | On time 5:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 10:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 574 | On time 6:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 11:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 70 | On time 7:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 12:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 572 | On time 8:03 PM Mannheim Hbf | 6h26 | 2:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4584 · ICE 920 | On time 9:35 PM Mannheim Hbf | 9h33 | 7:08 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 510 · S6 · ICE 920 | On time 10:42 PM Mannheim Hbf | 8h26 | 7:08 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
S3 · IC 60470 | Delayed 12:21 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h09 | 6:30 AM 6:30 AMHamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 618 · ICE 78 | On time 4:01 AM Mannheim Hbf | 6h13 | 10:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 618 | 4:01 AM Mannheim Hbf | 6h31 | 10:32 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 776 | On time 6:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 11:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 76 | On time 7:03 AM Mannheim Hbf | 5h11 | 12:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:01, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 288 miles (465 km) distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 288 miles (465 km) |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 2:01 AM |
Last train 9:47 PM |
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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.

Most Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. 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.
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
Mannheim-Waldhof is 3 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Waldhof 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: Bei Dimi, Eis Cafe Sorrento, Da Dina, Piräus II
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Waldhof. ATMs are available at Mannheim-Waldhof.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Waldhof. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Waldhof.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Waldhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim-Waldhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim-Waldhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Waldhof.
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld is 9 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld 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 Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
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.
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