4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Hamburg
- Cheapest price on Nov 10
- €57
- Average ticket price on Nov 10
- €105
- Fastest journey on Nov 10
- 5 h 47 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 10
- 6 h 1 m
- Trains on Nov 10
- 23
- 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 €105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
On Tue, Nov 10, we found 23 trains from Munich to Hamburg, including 11 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 10 the direct trains cover the 614 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 47 m .
On Tue, Nov 10 the slowest trains will take 6 h 4 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 8883:52 AM 6h05 Munich Hbf 9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf €57 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus+
FlixTrain1:50 AM 14h31 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) 4:21 PM Hamburg Hbf €61 1 One-way 1 transfer- ICE 782
5:51 PM 6h06 Munich Hbf 11:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €63 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 886
5:53 AM 6h04 Munich Hbf 11:57 AM Hamburg Hbf €70 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 1102 · ICE 684
6:34 AM 6h23 Munich Hbf 12:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €73 1 One-way 1 transfer
- ICE 1284
2:52 PM 5h47 Munich Hbf 8:39 PM Hamburg Hbf €134 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 786
1:53 PM 6h04 Munich Hbf 7:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €116 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 880
9:53 AM 6h04 Munich Hbf 3:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €134 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 788
11:53 AM 6h04 Munich Hbf 5:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €134 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 886
5:53 AM 6h04 Munich Hbf 11:57 AM Hamburg Hbf €70 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Hamburg
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Trains from Munich to Hamburg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 614 km distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 614 km |
Average train duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Live departures
Munich to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Hamburg trains for today, Monday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1002 · ICE 584 | On time 4:34 PM Munich Hbf | 6h30 | 11:04 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 702 | On time 5:08 PM Munich Hbf | 7h02 | 12:10 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 782 | On time 5:51 PM Munich Hbf | 6h10 | 12:01 AM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1000 · ICE 582 · 82848+ 81604 | On time 6:34 PM Munich Hbf | 10h35 | 5:09 AM Hamburg Harburg | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 510 · ICE 920 | On time 7:28 PM Munich Hbf | 11h22 | 6:50 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1500 · 16340 · ICE 1540 · 4400 | On time 7:34 PM Munich Hbf | 11h16 | 6:50 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 1500 · 16340 · ICE 1540 · 4400 | On time 7:34 PM Munich Hbf | 10h58 | 6:32 AM Hamburg Harburg | 5 transfers | |
| ICE 1080 | On time 9:21 PM Munich Hbf | 9h43 | 7:04 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 10:55 PM München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 17h26 | 4:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, November 10 | |||||
| ICE 618 · ICE 78 | On time 12:01 AM Munich Hbf | 9h28 | 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 3:52 AM Munich Hbf | 6h05 | 9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1104 · ICE 686 | On time 4:30 AM Munich Hbf | 6h27 | 10:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 886 | On time 5:53 AM Munich Hbf | 6h04 | 11:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1102 · ICE 684 | On time 6:34 AM Munich Hbf | 6h23 | 12:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 882 | On time 7:53 AM Munich Hbf | 6h04 | 1:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1100 · ICE 682 | On time 8:34 AM Munich Hbf | 6h23 | 2:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 880 | On time 9:53 AM Munich Hbf | 6h04 | 3:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1206 · ICE 680 | On time 10:41 AM Munich Hbf | 6h16 | 4:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 788 | On time 11:53 AM Munich Hbf | 6h04 | 5:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 588 | On time 12:38 PM Munich Hbf | 6h06 | 6:44 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 786 | On time 1:53 PM Munich Hbf | 6h04 | 7:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1284 | On time 2:52 PM Munich Hbf | 5h47 | 8:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 784 | On time 3:52 PM Munich Hbf | 6h05 | 9:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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
metronom
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Munich and Hamburg
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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-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.
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.
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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