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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Hamburg
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€116
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
614 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Hamburg will cost around €116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
Of the 35 trains that leave Munich for Hamburg on Wed, Aug 12, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 12 the direct trains cover the 614 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
On Wed, Aug 12 the slowest trains will take 5 h 35 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 698 · ICE 77810:46 PM9h44Munich Hbf8:30 AMHamburg Hbf€501One-way1 transfer- ICE 582 · 82848+
816047:13 PM9h56Munich Hbf5:09 AMHamburg Harburg€601One-way2 transfers - ICE 582 · 4440+819067:13 PM11h12Munich Hbf6:25 AMHamburg Hbf€601One-way2 transfers
- ICE 8883:33 AM6h11Munich Hbf9:44 AMHamburg Harburg€741One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1602 · ICE 25948:21 AM6h24Munich Hbf2:45 PMHamburg Hbf€751One-way1 transfer
- ICE 88010:12 AM5h32Munich Hbf3:44 PMHamburg Harburg€1441One-way0 transfers
- ICE 7826:11 PM5h33Munich Hbf11:44 PMHamburg Harburg€1301One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5845:10 PM5h34Munich Hbf10:44 PMHamburg Harburg€1301One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5881:10 PM5h34Munich Hbf6:44 PMHamburg Harburg€1301One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8866:09 AM5h35Munich Hbf11:44 AMHamburg Harburg€1301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €105.
Distance: 614 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€68 Average price | €253 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest |
8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 54m Average total duration 9h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Munich to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Hamburg trains for today, Tuesday, August 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1104 · ICE 604 | On time 5:17 AM Munich Hbf | 6h07 | 11:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 886 | On time 6:09 AM Munich Hbf | 5h35 | 11:44 AM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1604 · ICE 2596 | On time 6:19 AM Munich Hbf | 6h27 | 12:46 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 6:30 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 13h51 | 8:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 602 | On time 6:49 AM Munich Hbf | 6h35 | 1:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1102 · ICE 602 | On time 7:17 AM Munich Hbf | 6h07 | 1:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 882 | On time 8:05 AM Munich Hbf | 5h39 | 1:44 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1602 · ICE 2594 | On time 8:21 AM Munich Hbf | 6h24 | 2:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 600 | On time 8:49 AM Munich Hbf | 6h35 | 3:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1100 · ICE 600 | On time 9:19 AM Munich Hbf | 6h05 | 3:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 880 | On time 10:12 AM Munich Hbf | 5h32 | 3:44 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1600 · ICE 2592 | On time 10:22 AM Munich Hbf | 6h18 | 4:40 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 508 | On time 10:48 AM Munich Hbf | 6h36 | 5:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 680 · ICE 6 | On time 11:12 AM Munich Hbf | 6h24 | 5:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1008 · ICE 508 | On time 11:18 AM Munich Hbf | 6h06 | 5:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 788 | On time 12:06 PM Munich Hbf | 5h38 | 5:44 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1508 · ICE 2590 | On time 12:21 PM Munich Hbf | 6h19 | 6:40 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 506 | On time 12:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h37 | 7:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 588 | On time 1:10 PM Munich Hbf | 5h34 | 6:44 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1006 · ICE 506 | On time 1:17 PM Munich Hbf | 6h08 | 7:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 786 | On time 2:06 PM Munich Hbf | 5h38 | 7:44 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 504 | On time 2:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h36 | 9:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1284 | On time 2:52 PM Munich Hbf | 5h38 | 8:30 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1004 · ICE 504 | On time 3:17 PM Munich Hbf | 6h07 | 9:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 784 | On time 4:06 PM Munich Hbf | 5h38 | 9:44 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 584 | On time 5:10 PM Munich Hbf | 5h34 | 10:44 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 782 | On time 6:11 PM Munich Hbf | 5h33 | 11:44 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1502 · ICE 2584 | On time 6:21 PM Munich Hbf | 6h18 | 12:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 582 · 4440+81906 | On time 7:13 PM Munich Hbf | 11h12 | 6:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 582 · 82848+81604 | On time 7:13 PM Munich Hbf | 9h56 | 5:09 AM Hamburg Harburg | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1080 | On time 10:01 PM Munich Hbf | 8h41 | 6:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 698 · ICE 778 | On time 10:05 PM Munich Hbf | 11h12 | 9:17 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 904 · ICE 606 | On time 11:12 PM Munich Hbf | 10h12 | 9:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 618 · ICE 78 | On time 11:25 PM Munich Hbf | 10h04 | 9:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2518 · ICE 78 | On time 11:25 PM Munich Hbf | 10h04 | 9:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 1:50 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 14h31 | 4:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 888 | On time 3:33 AM Munich Hbf | 6h11 | 9:44 AM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Munich to Hamburg
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Trains from Munich to Hamburg run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 614 km distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 614 km |
Average train duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, metronom, FlixTrain, Snälltåget from Munich to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, metronom, FlixTrain, Snälltåget trains will get you between Munich and Hamburg from €20. 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.
ÖBB | Nightjet
FlixTrain
Snälltåget
metronom
FAQs: Trains from Munich to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Hamburg 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Munich to Hamburg
Most Munich to Hamburg trains use the München Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Munich and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Munich station do trains to Hamburg leave from?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost train station facilities and services
München Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Getting to München-Pasing from Munich city centre
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing train station facilities and services
München-Pasing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
Which Hamburg station do trains from Munich arrive at?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg-Altona from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Altona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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