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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
4 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
404 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 18 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Hamburg every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 404 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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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FlixTrain10:559h26Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)20:21Hamburg Hbf£381One-way1 change- FlixBus+FlixTrain7:5010h31Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)18:21Hamburg Hbf£431One-way1 change
ICE 521 · ICE 6865:385h36Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:14Hamburg Hbf£511One-way1 change- ICE 6167:105h05Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:15Hamburg Hbf£561One-way0 changes
- S8 · 4502 · ICE 6866:005h14Frankfurt am Main Flughafen11:14Hamburg Hbf£611One-way2 changes
- ICE 614 · ICE 10229:104h39Frankfurt Airport long-distance station13:49Hamburg Hbf£1021One-way1 change
- 4504 · ICE 886+
246057:074h50Frankfurt am Main Flughafen11:57Hamburg Hbf£741One-way2 changes - ICE 20210:115h04Frankfurt Airport long-distance station15:15Hamburg Hbf£861One-way0 changes
- ICE 2048:115h04Frankfurt Airport long-distance station13:15Hamburg Hbf£861One-way0 changes
- ICE 6149:105h05Frankfurt Airport long-distance station14:15Hamburg Hbf£861One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £87.
Distance: 404 km
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5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 529 · ICE 682 | Delayed 9:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 13:14 13:14Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · 4510 · ICE 682 | Delayed 10:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h57 | 13:14 13:14Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 25 · 4510 · ICE 682 | Delayed 10:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h55 | 13:14 13:14Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 202 | On time 10:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 15:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 10:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h26 | 20:21 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 10:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 9h26 | 20:21 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1010 · ICE 1032 | On time 11:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h13 | 16:54 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · 4514 · ICE 680 | Delayed 12:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h57 | 15:14 15:14Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 27 · 4514 · ICE 680 | Delayed 12:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h55 | 15:14 15:14Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 200 | On time 12:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 17:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S9 · ICE 2510 | On time 12:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h14 | 17:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 625 · ICE 788 | Delayed 12:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 16:18 16:18Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 610 | 13:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h05 | 18:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S9 · ICE 6 | 13:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h15 | 18:30 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 627 · ICE 588 | Delayed 13:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 17:17 17:17Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · 4518 · ICE 588 | Delayed 14:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h57 | 17:17 17:17Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 29 · 4518 · ICE 588 | Delayed 14:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h55 | 17:17 17:17Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 108 | On time 14:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 19:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S9 · ICE 578 | 14:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h14 | 19:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 123 · ICE 578 | On time 14:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h14 | 19:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1516 · ICE 1520 | On time 14:26 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h24 | 19:50 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 629 · ICE 786 | Delayed 14:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 18:17 18:17Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 24601+4520 · ICE 786 | Delayed 15:07 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h50 | 18:17 18:17Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 518 | Delayed 15:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h05 | 18:24 18:24Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S8 · ICE 721 · ICE 1284 | 15:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h09 | 20:39 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 721 · ICE 1284 | 15:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h58 | 20:39 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 106 | On time 16:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 21:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S9 · ICE 2516 | On time 16:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h14 | 21:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 125 · ICE 2516 | On time 16:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h14 | 21:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 723 · ICE 784 | On time 16:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 21:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · 4528 · ICE 784 | 17:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h57 | 21:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 516 | Delayed 17:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h05 | 20:24 20:24Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 725 · ICE 584 | On time 17:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 22:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · 4532 · ICE 584 | 18:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h57 | 22:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 927 · 4532 · ICE 584 | 18:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h55 | 22:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 104 | On time 18:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h17 | 23:28 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 127 · ICE 574 | Delayed 18:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h14 | 21:32 21:32Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 29525 · ICE 574 | Delayed 18:22 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h07 | 21:32 21:32Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 727 · ICE 782 | On time 18:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 23:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · 4534 · ICE 782 | 19:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h57 | 23:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 514 | On time 19:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h31 | 0:41 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S9 · ICE 2512 | On time 20:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h15 | 1:30 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 129 · ICE 2512 | On time 20:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h15 | 1:30 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 821 · ICE 274 · ICE 2512 | On time 20:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h49 | 1:30 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S9 · ICE 274 · ICE 2512 | On time 20:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h45 | 1:30 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 920 | On time 23:40 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 7h10 | 6:50 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| ICE 521 · ICE 686 | On time 5:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h36 | 11:14 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 222 · ICE 206 | On time 5:47 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h28 | 11:15 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · 4502 · ICE 686 | On time 6:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h14 | 11:14 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 29501 · ICE 776 | On time 6:22 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h07 | 11:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 523 · ICE 886 | On time 6:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h16 | 11:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 4504 · ICE 886+24605 | 7:07 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h50 | 11:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 616 | On time 7:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h05 | 12:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 29503 · ICE 76 | On time 7:22 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h07 | 12:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1014 · ICE 1036 | On time 7:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h10 | 12:51 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 7:50 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 10h31 | 18:21 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S8 · 4506 · ICE 684 | On time 8:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h14 | 13:14 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 204 | On time 8:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 13:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4295 · ICE 2514 | On time 8:22 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h07 | 13:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 614 | On time 9:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h05 | 14:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 614 · ICE 1022 | On time 9:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h39 | 13:49 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S9 · ECE 8 | On time 9:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h14 | 14:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg run on average 27 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 404 km distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 404 km |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Hamburg from £16. 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 GmbH
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main Airport and Hamburg
Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport 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, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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