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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixbus + Flixtrain | STR Airport | Harburg | No tags | |||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Stuttgart to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 6 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just R 340, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stuttgart and Hamburg?
Stuttgart
- AArnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
- 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 - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train Companies
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Stuttgart to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Hamburg start from R 340. The average price for this train route is around R 1 387. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 43m, covering a distance of 532 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 7m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Stuttgart to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stuttgart to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Stuttgart to Hamburg departs at 06:02. And the latest train departs at 23:13.
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, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Stuttgart to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 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 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.
The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Hamburg was searched and found on 05 Jun 2026 with a price of R 360To 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 R 360 to R 4 810 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 R 360, which is on 2026-06-05.
Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.
