How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg start from R 288. The average price for this train route is around R 1 205. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 2m, covering a distance of 395 km. The quickest train can get 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 serve this route, with 41 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?

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

Which train operator offers 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 R 225 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 12 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:12	Südbahnhof	12h 3m	23:15	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	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
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:41	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	3h 55m	10:36	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:58	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 38m	10:36	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 13 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:30	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 37m	19:07	Hamburg Hbf	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
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	06:40	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	3h 56m	10:36	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:58	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 38m	10:36	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 14 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:35	Frankfurt Hbf	7h 7m	06:42	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	06:02	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 34m	09:36	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	07:00	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 8m	15:08	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	09:58	Südbahnhof	6h 36m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:02	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 34m	09:36	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:22	Frankfurt Hbf	7h 28m	06:50	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	06:02	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 34m	09:36	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:15	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 52m	13:07	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	09:58	Südbahnhof	6h 36m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:02	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 34m	09:36	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:20	FRA Frankfurt airport	10h 14m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	06:02	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 34m	09:36	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	09:58	Südbahnhof	6h 36m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:02	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 34m	09:36	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	09:46	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 43m	13:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	00:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	12h 29m	12:34	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	06:02	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 34m	09:36	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	09:58	Südbahnhof	6h 36m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:02	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 34m	09:36	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	09:46	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 43m	13:29	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:15	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 52m	13:07	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	06:02	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 34m	09:36	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:15	Frankfurt Hbf	8h 40m	12:55	Harburg	No tags
	09:58	Südbahnhof	6h 36m	16:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	06:02	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 34m	09:36	Hamburg Hbf	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 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 429, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

4h 50mAverage duration

393 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 381 - R 2 633	Average duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 288 - R 4 955	Average duration4h 2m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 429 - R 970	Average duration4h 50m	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

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.1

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixBus

3.5/511 578 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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg start from R 288. The average price for this train route is around R 1 205. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 2m, covering a distance of 395 km. The quickest train can get 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 serve this route, with 41 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?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers 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

10/12

R 577

11/12

R 1 370

Today

R 1 665

13/12

R 749

14/12

R 416

15/12

R 375

16/12

R 791

17/12

R 787

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 375

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 R 375 to R 5 139 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 R 375, which is on 2025-12-15.