How much does a train ticket cost from Erfurt to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Hamburg start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £61. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Erfurt to Hamburg?

The average train journey time from Erfurt to Hamburg is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 184 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erfurt to Hamburg?

The earliest train from Erfurt to Hamburg departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 21:11.

Which is the best train operator from Erfurt to Hamburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Hamburg?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Erfurt to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Erfurt to Hamburg from £15 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Erfurt to Hamburg on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	4h 25m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	07:30	Erfurt Hbf	3h 59m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	16:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	4h 25m	20:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	07:24	Erfurt Hbf	4h 5m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	Train	18:16	Erfurt Hbf	4h 41m	22:57	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Erfurt to Hamburg on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:46	Erfurt Hbf	4h 25m	23:11	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	07:30	Erfurt Hbf	3h 59m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	4h 25m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	07:18	Erfurt Hbf	4h 11m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	Train	18:16	Erfurt Hbf	4h 46m	23:02	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Erfurt to Hamburg on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	07:18	Erfurt Hbf	4h 11m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	07:30	Erfurt Hbf	3h 59m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	4h 25m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	07:18	Erfurt Hbf	4h 11m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	Train	18:16	Erfurt Hbf	4h 41m	22:57	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Erfurt to Hamburg on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:46	Erfurt Hbf	4h 25m	23:11	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	07:30	Erfurt Hbf	3h 59m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	4h 25m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	07:18	Erfurt Hbf	4h 11m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	Train	18:16	Erfurt Hbf	4h 41m	22:57	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Erfurt to Hamburg on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:25	Erfurt Hbf	4h 59m	00:24	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	07:30	Erfurt Hbf	3h 59m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	4h 25m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	07:18	Erfurt Hbf	4h 11m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	Train	07:25	Erfurt Hbf	4h 46m	12:11	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Erfurt to Hamburg on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:25	Erfurt Hbf	4h 59m	00:24	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	07:30	Erfurt Hbf	3h 59m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	4h 25m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	07:18	Erfurt Hbf	4h 11m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	Train	13:25	Erfurt Hbf	4h 46m	18:11	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Erfurt to Hamburg on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:25	Erfurt Hbf	4h 59m	00:24	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	Train	07:30	Erfurt Hbf	3h 59m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	4h 25m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	07:18	Erfurt Hbf	4h 11m	11:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	Train	13:25	Erfurt Hbf	4h 46m	18:11	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 04:55 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Erfurt to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

4h 20mAverage duration

183 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£23 - £86	Average duration9h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £179	Average duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£22 - £30	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Erfurt and Hamburg?

Erfurt

A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany

Hamburg

A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
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B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Hamburg Airport
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D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,601 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt to Hamburg by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Erfurt to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Hamburg start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £61. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Erfurt to Hamburg?
The average train journey time from Erfurt to Hamburg is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 184 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erfurt to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Erfurt to Hamburg departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 21:11.
Which is the best train operator from Erfurt to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Hamburg?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Erfurt to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/12

£64

13/12

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Today

£61

15/12

£56

16/12

£61

17/12

£56

18/12

£45

19/12

£52

The cheapest trip from Erfurt to Hamburg was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of £45

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Erfurt to Hamburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £45 to £175 for a train ticket from Erfurt to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £45, which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.