- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£25
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£60
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
3 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
4 h
Trains on 13 Oct
23
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 £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 23 trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 404 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 7 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.
29515 · ICE 1072
ICE 13 · ICE 74
ICE 108
ICE 27 · ICE 770
ICE 610
ICE 529 · ICE 1074
ICE 1074
ICE 1513 · ICE 1074
29515 · ICE 1072
4295 · ICE 774Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 404 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 404 km |
Average train duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 1:20 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 5:55 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 10h26 | 16:21 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 204 | On time 8:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 13:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4295 · ICE 774 | On time 8:22 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h07 | 12:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S9 · ECE 8 | On time 9:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h14 | 13:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 11 · ECE 8 | On time 9:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h14 | 13:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1513 · ICE 1074 | On time 9:35 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h01 | 13:36 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1074 | On time 9:38 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h58 | 13:36 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 529 · ICE 1074 | On time 9:44 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h52 | 13:36 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 992 · ICE 772 | On time 10:09 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h20 | 14:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 202 | On time 10:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 15:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S9 · ICE 772 | On time 10:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h14 | 14:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 612 | On time 11:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h05 | 16:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S9 · ICE 74 | On time 11:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h14 | 15:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 13 · ICE 74 | On time 11:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h14 | 15:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 27 · ICE 770 | On time 12:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h27 | 16:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 200 | On time 12:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 17:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S9 · ICE 770 | On time 12:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h14 | 16:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 610 | On time 13:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h05 | 18:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S9 · ICE 6 | On time 13:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h14 | 17:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 15 · ICE 6 | On time 13:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h14 | 17:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
29515 · ICE 1072 | On time 13:36 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h01 | 17:37 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 108 | On time 14:11 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 19:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S9 · ICE 578 | On time 14:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h14 | 18:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
Hamburg’s pan-fried fillet of plaice, usually served with bacon, shrimps and potatoes. A classic North German fish dish tied to the port and nearby coast.
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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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.

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.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
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 storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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