How much is the train ticket from Stuttgart to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Stuttgart to Hamburg start from €18. The average price for this train route is around €63. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Hamburg?

The average train ride duration from Stuttgart to Hamburg is 6h 26m, covering a distance of 331 miles (534 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Stuttgart to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Stuttgart to Hamburg?

The earliest train departs from Stuttgart to Hamburg at 6:05am. And the latest train departs at 10:49pm.

What 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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Stuttgart to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Train Stuttgart to Hamburg from €19 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Stuttgart to Hamburg on May 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:23pm	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 49m	1:12am	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:40am	STR Airport	10h 54m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	12:14pm	Hbf	8h 20m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Start Unterelbe	7:23am	Stuttgart Hbf	6h 7m	1:30pm	Hamburg-Neugraben	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + S-Bahn Hamburg	7:49am	Stuttgart Hbf	6h 56m	2:45pm	Hamburg-Neugraben	No tags

Next departures for Stuttgart to Hamburg on May 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:45am	STR Airport	11h 49m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	7:23pm	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 49m	1:12am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	11h 41m	7:55pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
	8:14am	Hbf	8h 20m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Start Unterelbe	7:23am	Stuttgart Hbf	6h 7m	1:30pm	Hamburg-Neugraben	No tags

Next departures for Stuttgart to Hamburg on May 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	11h 41m	7:55pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
	7:23pm	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 49m	1:12am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:40am	STR Airport	10h 54m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	8:14am	Hbf	8h 20m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Start Unterelbe	7:23am	Stuttgart Hbf	6h 7m	1:30pm	Hamburg-Neugraben	No tags

Next departures for Stuttgart to Hamburg on May 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn + DB Fernverkehr	8:57pm	Stuttgart Hbf	11h 1m	7:58am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	7:23am	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 51m	1:14pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	7:20am	STR Airport	12h 8m	7:28pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	12:14pm	Hbf	10h 19m	10:33pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Start Unterelbe	7:23am	Stuttgart Hbf	6h 7m	1:30pm	Hamburg-Neugraben	No tags

Next departures for Stuttgart to Hamburg on May 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	11h 41m	7:55pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
	7:23pm	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 49m	1:12am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:45am	STR Airport	11h 49m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	8:14am	Hbf	8h 20m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Start Unterelbe	7:23am	Stuttgart Hbf	6h 7m	1:30pm	Hamburg-Neugraben	No tags

Next departures for Stuttgart to Hamburg on May 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	11h 41m	7:55pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
	7:23pm	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 49m	1:12am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:45am	STR Airport	11h 49m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	8:14am	Hbf	8h 20m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Start Unterelbe	6:05am	Stuttgart Hbf	6h 25m	12:30pm	Hamburg-Neugraben	No tags

Next departures for Stuttgart to Hamburg on May 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:49pm	Stuttgart Hbf	9h 19m	7:08am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	7:23pm	Stuttgart Hbf	5h 49m	1:12am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:40am	STR Airport	10h 54m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	12:14pm	Hbf	8h 20m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
DB Fernverkehr + Start Unterelbe	6:05am	Stuttgart Hbf	6h 25m	12:30pm	Hamburg-Neugraben	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:06 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Stuttgart to Hamburg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 6 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just €18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

6h 26mAverage Duration

331 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price€26 - €169	Average Duration14h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price€18 - €240	Average Duration6h 26m	CO₂ emissions 13kg 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
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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
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D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3.2/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.5

Deutsche Bahn

4.1/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.1

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Hamburg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 €18. The average price for this train route is around €63. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Hamburg?
The average train ride duration from Stuttgart to Hamburg is 6h 26m, covering a distance of 331 miles (534 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Stuttgart to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Stuttgart to Hamburg?
The earliest train departs from Stuttgart to Hamburg at 6:05am. And the latest train departs at 10:49pm.
What 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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Stuttgart to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stuttgart to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found

05/09

€106

05/10

€106

Today

€37

05/12

€40

05/13

€106

05/14

€51

05/15

€58

05/16

€74

The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Hamburg was searched and found on May 11, 2026 with a price of €37

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 €37 to €264 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 €40 which is on 2026-05-12.