The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€73
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
69
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 69 trains that leave Hamburg Hbf for Frankfurt am Main on Sat, May 02, 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 02 the direct trains cover the 393 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Sat, May 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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.
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FlixBus8:30 AM8h40Hamburg Hbf5:10 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€381One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus4:30 PM9h05Hamburg Hbf1:35 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€381One-way1 transfer
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FlixTrain2:50 AM9h10Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof12:00 PMFrankfurt South station€391One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus8:30 AM9h30Hamburg Hbf6:00 PMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)€401One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus4:30 PM8h40Hamburg Hbf1:10 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)€401One-way1 transfer
ICE 5734:44 AM4h30Hamburg Hbf9:14 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€631One-way0 transfers
ICE 7776:44 PM4h30Hamburg Hbf11:14 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€631One-way0 transfers
ECE 93:44 PM4h30Hamburg Hbf8:14 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€691One-way0 transfers
ICE 715:44 AM4h30Hamburg Hbf10:14 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€691One-way0 transfers
ICE 751:44 PM4h30Hamburg Hbf6:14 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €93.
Distance: 393 km
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Live departures
Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Friday, May 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 79 · S8 | On time 7:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h45 | 1:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 79 | On time 7:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h13 | 12:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 60471 | On time 9:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h00 | 4:28 AM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 921 · ICE 827 | On time 10:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h13 | 4:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 921 | On time 10:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h40 | 7:03 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 921 · ICE 827 | On time 10:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h25 | 4:48 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 921 | On time 10:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h22 | 6:45 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1707 · ICE 273 · S8 | On time 10:50 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h09 | 5:59 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1707 · ICE 273 | On time 10:50 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h47 | 5:37 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
81945+ 4441 · ICE 1271 | On time 11:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h38 | 8:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
81945+ 4441 · ICE 1271 | On time 11:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h57 | 8:33 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, May 2 | |||||
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 2:50 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 9h10 | 12:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 103 | On time 4:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h28 | 9:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 573 | On time 4:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 9:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 573 · S9 | On time 4:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 9:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1071 | On time 5:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h59 | 10:18 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1071 | On time 5:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h37 | 9:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 515 | On time 5:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 10:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 71 | On time 5:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 10:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 71 · S9 | On time 5:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 10:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 575 | On time 6:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 11:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 517 | On time 7:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 12:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 5 · S9 | On time 7:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 12:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ECE 5 | On time 7:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 12:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 107 | On time 8:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 1:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:30 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h30 | 6:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:30 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h40 | 5:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 577 | On time 8:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 1:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 577 · S9 | On time 8:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 1:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 787 · ICE 1073 | On time 9:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h38 | 1:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 787 · ICE 1073 · ICE 720 | On time 9:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 2:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 519 | On time 9:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 2:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 73 · S9 | On time 9:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 2:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 73 | On time 9:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 2:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 109 | On time 10:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 3:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 579 | On time 10:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 3:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 579 · S9 | On time 10:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 3:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 611 | On time 11:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 4:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 7 | On time 11:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 4:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 7 · S9 | On time 11:44 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 4:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 201 | On time 12:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 5:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 771 | On time 12:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 5:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 771 · S9 | On time 12:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 5:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 1:11 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h49 | 8:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 881 · ICE 1187 | On time 1:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 6:19 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 881 · ICE 1187 | On time 1:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h38 | 5:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 613 | On time 1:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 6:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 75 · S9 | On time 1:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 6:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 75 | On time 1:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 6:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 681 · 4533 · S8 | On time 2:19 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h40 | 7:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
ICE 203 | On time 2:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 7:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 773 | On time 2:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 7:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 773 · ICE 995 | On time 2:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h55 | 7:39 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 773 · S9 | On time 2:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 7:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 773 · ICE 995+ 24399 | On time 2:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h22 | 8:06 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 615 | On time 3:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 8:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 9 | On time 3:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 8:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ECE 9 · S9 | On time 3:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 8:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 205 | On time 4:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h26 | 9:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:30 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h05 | 1:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:30 PM Hamburg Hbf | 8h40 | 1:10 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
ICE 775 | On time 4:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 9:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 775 · S9 | On time 4:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 9:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 77 · S9 | 5:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 10:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 77 | 5:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 10:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 619 | 6:03 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h50 | 12:53 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 777 · S9 | On time 6:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h00 | 11:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
ICE 777 | On time 6:44 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 11:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main run on average 31 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:50, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 393 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 393 km |
Average train duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 1:50 AM |
Last train 9:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Frankfurt am Main from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FlixTrain
ÖBB | Nightjet
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
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