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Cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for Jan 16

Cheapest

€42

Average

€47

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

FlixTrain

03:01PM8h14

Hamburg Harburg

11:15PMFrankfurt am Main

€421One-way

1 transfer

FlixBus

02:50AM8h43

Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof

11:33AMFrankfurt South station

€431One-way

1 transfer

FlixTrain

11:48AM7h45

Hamburg Hbf

07:33PMFrankfurt South station

€441One-way

1 transfer

FlixTrain

02:50PM8h25

Hamburg Hbf

11:15PMFrankfurt am Main

€441One-way

1 transfer

ICE 73

08:24AM3h58

Hamburg Hbf

12:22PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station

€611One-way

1 transfer

Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, January 16

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
FlixTrain FlixBus FlixBus \| FlixBus	02:50AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof	8h43	11:33AM Frankfurt South station	1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn ICE 73 Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 73	08:24AM Hamburg Hbf	3h58	12:22PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn ICE 73 Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 73	08:24AM Hamburg Hbf	3h36	12:00PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 575 Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 575	09:24AM Hamburg Hbf	3h54	01:18PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 575 Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 575	09:24AM Hamburg Hbf	3h36	01:00PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 519 Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 519	09:46AM Hamburg Hbf	5h03	02:49PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 75 Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 75	10:24AM Hamburg Hbf	3h56	02:20PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn ICE 75 Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 75	10:24AM Hamburg Hbf	3h36	02:00PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 577 Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 577	11:24AM Hamburg Hbf	3h54	03:18PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 577 Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 577	11:24AM Hamburg Hbf	3h36	03:00PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 1683 Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 1683	11:28AM Hamburg Hbf	4h15	03:43PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 transfersDirect
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrain \| FlixTrain	11:48AM Hamburg Hbf	7h45	07:33PM Frankfurt South station	1 transfer
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrain \| FlixTrain	02:50PM Hamburg Hbf	8h25	11:15PM Frankfurt am Main	1 transfer
FlixTrain FlixTrain FlixTrain \| FlixTrain	03:01PM Hamburg Harburg	8h14	11:15PM Frankfurt am Main	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?

The best time to book your train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main.

Trains

from €32

Buses

from €21

Flights

from €107

Fastest train times from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for Jan 16

Fastest Journey

3 h 36 m

Average

5 h 11 m

Trains per day

Distance

395 km

Of the 14 trains that leave Hamburg for Frankfurt am Main every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

ICE 73

08:24AM3h36

Hamburg Hbf

12:00PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf

€611One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

ICE 575

09:24AM3h36

Hamburg Hbf

01:00PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf

€681One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

ICE 577

11:24AM3h36

Hamburg Hbf

03:00PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf

€681One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

ICE 75

10:24AM3h36

Hamburg Hbf

02:00PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf

€611One-way

0 transfers

ICE 575

09:24AM3h54

Hamburg Hbf

01:18PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station

€681One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main

Trains from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 18 times per day, taking around 7h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.

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 €12

Distance

395 km

Average train duration

7h 49m

Cheapest ticket price

€15

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 32m

First train

00:01

Last train

23:58

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €12

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain and FlixBus trains Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main

You can travel by train to Frankfurt am Main from Hamburg with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain and FlixBus for as low as €16. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main operator of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Train information from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 4 h 29 min
Cheapest Price: €40
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 21 a day

Flixtrain GmbH is a German railway company owned by Flixmobility. FlixTrain already connects many cities in Germany with its green trains. The trains run on 100 percent renewable energy. Onboard facilities: FlixTrain trains are equipped with air conditioning, toilets, USB and sockets and have plenty of legroom. You will find free WiFi on most trains and a range of food and drinks is available. There is a standard ticket that guarantees you a seat. You can take luggage with you free of charge, provided it can be stowed in the luggage racks. Find the current FlixTrain timetable for your train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main at Omio and easily book FlixTrain train tickets online.

FlixTrain from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main train information:

Average Duration: 11 h 39 min
Cheapest Price: €40
FlixTrain frequency: 1 a day

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost train providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance train at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight trains on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long train journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main train information:

Average Duration: 6 h 25 min
Cheapest Price: €16
FlixBus frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main

FAQs: Travel by train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main.

Cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main is €45; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main is 3 h 32 min to travel the 395 km long trip, with around there are 15 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 23: 58.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. There are 6 direct trains from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main, you can count on Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain for the best way to get you to Frankfurt am Main. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Frankfurt am Main Flughafen, located 9.2 miles (14.8 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Frankfurt am Main from Hamburg is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 32 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main by train is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Frankfurt am Main from Hamburg including taking a train, coach or flight.

Popular train stations from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main

Hamburg

Frankfurt am Main

The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg Dammtor. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg Dammtor for your trip from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main.

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