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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Internationally respected art museum with major works from medieval altarpieces to modern masters. Essential for art lovers in Hamburg.
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Meißen to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Meißen to Hamburg will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
It's difficult to get from Meißen to Hamburg without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Meißen to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $69, and a train costs an average of $69.
Distance: 221 miles (357 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$88 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $88 compared to roughly $81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.44. The journey takes 5h 0m versus 4h 30m 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.
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 Meißen to Hamburg trains for today, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:19 AM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h05 | 11:24 AM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:19 AM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h05 | 12:24 PM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:19 AM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h06 | 1:25 PM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:19 AM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h06 | 2:25 PM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:19 AM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h05 | 3:24 PM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:19 PM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h05 | 4:24 PM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:19 PM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h06 | 5:25 PM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:19 PM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h06 | 6:25 PM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:19 PM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h06 | 7:25 PM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:19 PM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h06 | 8:25 PM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:19 PM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h23 | 9:42 PM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:19 PM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h23 | 10:42 PM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 9 | |||||
![]() | 12:19 AM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 5h45 | 6:04 AM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:19 AM Meißen S-bahnhof Altstadt | 4h05 | 10:24 AM Hamburg | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Meißen to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:33, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 221 miles (357 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 221 miles (357 km) |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 1:33 AM |
Last train 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Hamburg Hbf -> Hamburg City Center (Rathausmarkt)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Meißen 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 Meißen to Hamburg trains use the Meißen to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Meißen and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Meißen 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: Probierstübchen zum Loch, Amalfi, Meißner Hof, Goldenes Fass Meissen
Wi-Fi is available at Meißen. ATMs are available at Meißen.
Ticket office support is available at Meißen. Information desks are available at Meißen.
Luggage storage is available at Meißen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meißen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Meißen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Meißen.
Nearby hotels include Goldenes Fass Meissen, Ross, Goldener Löwe, Burgkeller.
Meißen Triebischtal is 1 km from Meißen city centre. Public transport options include:
Meißen Triebischtal 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: Cafe Meissen, Restaurant Meissen, Zur Linde, Sultan Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Meißen Triebischtal. ATMs are available at Meißen Triebischtal.
Ticket office support is available at Meißen Triebischtal. Information desks are available at Meißen Triebischtal.
Luggage storage is available at Meißen Triebischtal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meißen Triebischtal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Meißen Triebischtal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Meißen Triebischtal.
Nearby hotels include Siebeneichen, Schweizerhaus.
Meißen Altstadt 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: Probierstübchen zum Loch, Amalfi, Meißner Hof, Goldenes Fass Meissen
Wi-Fi is available at Meißen Altstadt. ATMs are available at Meißen Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Meißen Altstadt. Information desks are available at Meißen Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Meißen Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meißen Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Meißen Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Meißen Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Siebeneichen, Goldenes Fass Meissen, Ross, Elbdamm.
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.
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