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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf
Showing times and prices for Apr 02
Cheapest price
$148
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
401 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $148.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Frankfurt Airport long-distance station for Hamburg Hbf on Thu, Apr 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 401 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 5 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 6149:10 AM5h05Frankfurt Airport long-distance station2:15 PMHamburg Hbf$1481One-way0 transfers- ICE 2048:11 AM5h05Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1:16 PMHamburg Hbf$1481One-way0 transfers
- ICE 527 · ICE 8828:41 AM5h16Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1:57 PMHamburg Hbf$1721One-way1 transfer
- ICE 6149:10 AM5h05Frankfurt Airport long-distance station2:15 PMHamburg Hbf$1481One-way0 transfers
- ICE 2048:11 AM5h05Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1:16 PMHamburg Hbf$1481One-way0 transfers
- ICE 527 · ICE 8828:41 AM5h16Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1:57 PMHamburg Hbf$1721One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $120.
Distance: 249 miles (401 km)
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$67 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $166 Average price |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 614 | 7:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h05 | 12:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 11 · ECE 8 | Delayed 7:19 AM 7:15 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h14 | 12:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 529 · ICE 682 | On time 7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 12:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1515 · ICE 690 · ICE 680 | On time 9:35 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h22 | 2:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1010 · ICE 1032 | On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h10 | 2:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 200 | On time 10:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 3:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 625 · ICE 788 | On time 10:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 3:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1517 · ICE 2596 · ICE 588 | On time 11:35 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h22 | 4:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 627 · ICE 588 | On time 11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 4:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 29 · ICE 578 | 12:02 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h27 | 5:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 108 | On time 12:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 5:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
 24337+ICE 370 · ICE 786 | On time 12:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h11 | 5:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 14 · ICE 1520 | On time 12:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h01 | 5:49 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1519 · ICE 596 · ICE 586 | On time 1:35 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h22 | 6:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 721 · ICE 1284 | On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h58 | 6:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 106 | On time 2:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 7:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 723 · ICE 1070 | On time 2:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h56 | 7:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 725 · ICE 584 | On time 3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 8:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 104 | On time 4:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h05 | 9:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 727 · ICE 782 | On time 4:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 9:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 24357+ICE 276 · ICE 782 | On time 4:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h11 | 9:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 522 · ICE 920 | On time 9:25 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 7h25 | 4:50 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1272 · 4400+ RS6+ 82008 | On time 9:25 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 7h20 | 4:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
| ICE 204 | On time 6:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h05 | 11:16 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 527 · ICE 882 | On time 6:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 11:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf
GermanyGermany
Trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (401 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)
Distance 249 miles (401 km) |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 4:38 AM |
Last train 11:04 PM |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Hamburg Hbf from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
$22 (€18)
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 6m
Cheapest Price
$92 (€75)
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hamburg Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $22 (€18), while the average price is around $67 (€54).
The train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf takes 3h 55m and runs 4 per day.
The first train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 4:38 AM.
The distance by train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf is 249 miles (401 km).
The last train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 11:04 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf. This service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf is by bus, with a cost of around $21 (€17).
The train journey from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Hamburg Hbf offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the picturesque Rhine Valley, rolling hills, and charming German towns, making it a pleasant but not particularly scenic route compared to others in Germany.
A day trip from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Hamburg Hbf is not feasible due to the travel time of 3h 55m, even though there are 5 trains available per day for this 249 miles (401 km) journey.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Hamburg Hbf
Frankfurt am Main
Hamburg
The major train station for departures in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Hamburg.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
10 km
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
Dining
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Shower
- Cost €6
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
Public transit options for Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
The major train station for arrivals in Hamburg is Hamburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg Hbf for your journey to Hamburg from Frankfurt am Main.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Most popular train connections from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
Most popular trains to and from Hamburg Hbf and Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
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