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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 | Frankfurt Hbf | Hamburg Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
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Flixbus + Flixtrain | Frankfurt Hbf | Harburg | No tags | |||||
Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg
We recommend carpoolingAmong 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 US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg: Trip Overview
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Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Hamburg
How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg cost?
The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg is US$75. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?
A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Hamburg is around 4h 3m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 29m. This is the time it takes to travel the 393 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Frankfurt am Main and Hamburg?
The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 51. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?
When taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg?
Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Hamburg leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB), Harburg, Hamburg Airport.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$34To 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 US$34 to US$285 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 US$34, which is on 2025-11-03.
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.
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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Hamburg, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Frankfurt am Main and Hamburg, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg.
Did you know?
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.
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