How much does a train ticket cost from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg start from £13. The average price for this train route is around £53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?

The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg is 4h 3m, covering a distance of 245 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 34m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 62 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?

The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 23:57.

Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?

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

Train Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		22:20	FRA Frankfurt airport	12h 35m	10:55	Harburg	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		22:20	FRA Frankfurt airport	12h 48m	11:08	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 4 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:55	Frankfurt Hbf	12h	10:55	Harburg	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:40	FRA Frankfurt airport	9h 15m	10:55	Harburg	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:20	Frankfurt Hbf	9h 48m	11:08	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:55	Frankfurt Hbf	12h 13m	11:08	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:20	Frankfurt Hbf	9h 35m	10:55	Harburg	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 5 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:55	Frankfurt Hbf	12h	10:55	Harburg	Cheapest
	13:58	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 37m	17:35	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:30	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 38m	11:08	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	11:12	Südbahnhof	9h 20m	20:32	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:41	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	3h 55m	10:36	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 6 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:30	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 38m	11:08	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:30	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 24m	18:54	Harburg	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:30	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 37m	19:07	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:30	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 25m	10:55	Harburg	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:30	FRA Frankfurt airport	8h 38m	11:08	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 7 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:20	FRA Frankfurt airport	12h 48m	11:08	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	13:58	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 37m	17:35	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:15	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 51m	13:06	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	11:12	Südbahnhof	9h 20m	20:32	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	12:40	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	3h 56m	16:36	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 8 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:30	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 38m	11:08	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:30	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 25m	10:55	Harburg	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:30	FRA Frankfurt airport	8h 38m	11:08	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:30	FRA Frankfurt airport	8h 25m	10:55	Harburg	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:12	Südbahnhof	12h 43m	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main 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 5 hours and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day

5hAverage duration

244 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£18 - £126	Average duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£13 - £232	Average duration4h 3m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £43	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Hamburg?

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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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

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,492 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg start from £13. The average price for this train route is around £53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?
The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg is 4h 3m, covering a distance of 245 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 34m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 62 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 23:57.
Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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

30/11

£65

01/12

£26

Today

£26

03/12

£26

04/12

£36

05/12

£50

06/12

£43

07/12

£50

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £26

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

You can expect to pay from £26 to £212 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £26, which is on 2025-12-03.