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

The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Hamburg?

The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Hamburg is 6h 26m, covering a distance of 534 km. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , FlixBus .

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

The earliest train from Stuttgart to Hamburg departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 22:49.

Which is the best train operator from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Hamburg from €16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Stuttgart to Hamburg on 23 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:49	Stuttgart Hbf	9h 12m	07:01	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	13:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	18:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	12h 1m	04:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
	12:05	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 32m	17:37	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	12:05	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 32m	17:37	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Hamburg on 24 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:45	STR Airport	11h 49m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:40	STR Airport	10h 54m	20:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	08:14	Hbf	8h 20m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Hamburg on 25 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	12h 1m	04:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:14	Hbf	12h 6m	20:20	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:14	Hbf	15h 41m	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Hamburg on 26 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:49	Stuttgart Hbf	9h 13m	07:02	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:45	STR Airport	11h 49m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	08:14	Hbf	8h 20m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Hamburg on 27 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:49	Stuttgart Hbf	9h 1m	06:50	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:45	STR Airport	11h 49m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	08:14	Hbf	8h 20m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Hamburg on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 7m	00:30	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
08:14	Hbf	8h 20m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Hamburg on 29 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:17	Stuttgart Hbf	9h 25m	06:42	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	08:14	Hbf	8h 20m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	08:14	Hbf	15h 41m	23:55	HAM Airport	No tags
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Stuttgart to Hamburg on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:49	Stuttgart Hbf	9h 1m	06:50	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:45	STR Airport	11h 49m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	08:14	Hbf	8h 20m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	07:23	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 6m	12:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:21 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Stuttgart 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 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

6h 50mAverage duration

534 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€20 - €120	Average duration14h 50m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€13 - €229	Average duration6h 26m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€27 - €65	Average duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

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

Stuttgart

A
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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B
Stuttgart Airport
C
Stuttgart Hbf Tief
Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof, Lautenschlagerstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, 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
D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

WiFi1.8

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.2

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixBus

3.5/512,136 reviews

Staff4.1

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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Hamburg?
The average train journey time from Stuttgart to Hamburg is 6h 26m, covering a distance of 534 km. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Hamburg departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 22:49.
Which is the best train operator from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart 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

21/01

€30

22/01

€51

Today

€51

24/01

€51

25/01

€70

26/01

€30

27/01

€22

28/01

€40

The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Hamburg was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €22

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

You can expect to pay from €22 to €223 for a train ticket from Stuttgart to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €22, which is on 2026-01-27.