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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Würzburg to Hamburg
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €14
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €155
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 3 h 11 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 3 h 22 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 17
- Distance
- 421 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Würzburg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Würzburg to Hamburg will cost around €155 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 17 trains from Würzburg to Hamburg, including 16 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct trains cover the 421 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest trains will take 3 h 27 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 582 · 82848+
816049:28 PM 7h52 Würzburg Hbf 5:20 AM Hamburg Hbf €14 1 One-way 2 transfers- ICE 782
8:30 PM 3h27 Würzburg Hbf 11:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €14 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 584
7:28 PM 3h29 Würzburg Hbf 10:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €47 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 586
5:28 PM 3h29 Würzburg Hbf 8:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €82 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 784
6:30 PM 3h27 Würzburg Hbf 9:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €100 1 One-way 0 transfers
- ICE 1284
5:19 PM 3h11 Würzburg Hbf 8:30 PM Hamburg Harburg €116 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 588
3:28 PM 3h16 Würzburg Hbf 6:44 PM Hamburg Harburg €221 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 786
4:30 PM 3h27 Würzburg Hbf 7:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €231 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 880
12:30 PM 3h27 Würzburg Hbf 3:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €201 1 One-way 0 transfers - ICE 788
2:30 PM 3h27 Würzburg Hbf 5:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €231 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Würzburg to Hamburg
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Trains from Würzburg to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 421 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 421 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Würzburg to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Würzburg to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 686 | On time 7:28 AM Würzburg Hbf | 3h29 | 10:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 886 | On time 8:30 AM Würzburg Hbf | 3h27 | 11:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 684 | On time 9:28 AM Würzburg Hbf | 3h29 | 12:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 882 | On time 10:30 AM Würzburg Hbf | 3h27 | 1:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 682 | On time 11:28 AM Würzburg Hbf | 3h29 | 2:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 880 | On time 12:30 PM Würzburg Hbf | 3h27 | 3:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 680 | On time 1:28 PM Würzburg Hbf | 3h29 | 4:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 788 | On time 2:30 PM Würzburg Hbf | 3h27 | 5:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 588 | On time 3:28 PM Würzburg Hbf | 3h16 | 6:44 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 786 | On time 4:30 PM Würzburg Hbf | 3h27 | 7:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1284 | On time 5:19 PM Würzburg Hbf | 3h11 | 8:30 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 586 | On time 5:28 PM Würzburg Hbf | 3h29 | 8:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 784 | On time 6:30 PM Würzburg Hbf | 3h27 | 9:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 584 | On time 7:28 PM Würzburg Hbf | 3h29 | 10:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 782 | Delayed 8:30 PM Würzburg Hbf | 3h27 | 11:05 PM 11:05 PMHamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 582 · 82848+81604 | On time 9:28 PM Würzburg Hbf | 7h52 | 5:20 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Würzburg and Hamburg
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FAQs: Trains from Würzburg to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Würzburg 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 Würzburg to Hamburg
Most Würzburg to Hamburg trains use the Würzburg Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Würzburg and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Würzburg station do trains to Hamburg leave from?
Getting to Würzburg Hbf from Würzburg city centre
Würzburg Hbf is 1 km from Würzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Würzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Würzburg 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: McDonald's, Anatolia Kebap Haus, Schönborn, Cafe am Dom
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Würzburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Würzburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Würzburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Würzburg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Würzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Würzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Würzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Würzburg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Schönleber, Hotel Amberger, Pension Siegel, Dorint Hotel Würzburg.
Getting to Würzburg Süd from Würzburg city centre
Würzburg Süd train station facilities and services
Würzburg Süd 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: Casa, Bei Peppino, Karthäuser
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Würzburg Süd. ATMs are available at Würzburg Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Würzburg Süd. Information desks are available at Würzburg Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Würzburg Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Würzburg Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Würzburg Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Würzburg Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Amberger, Dorint Hotel Würzburg, Till Eulenspiegel, Franziskaner.
Which Hamburg station do trains from Würzburg 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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