The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£125
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
404 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 12 trains that leave Hamburg for Frankfurt am Main Airport every day 2 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 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 16 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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FlixBus13:1910h56Hamburg Hbf0:15Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£511One-way1 change
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FlixBus8:509h10Hamburg Hbf18:00Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£531One-way1 change
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FlixBus14:5010h20Hamburg Hbf1:10Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£541One-way1 change
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FlixBus15:0110h09Hamburg Harburg1:10Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£551One-way1 change
ICE 5199:455h04Hamburg Hbf14:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1521One-way0 changes
ICE 1073 · ICE 72010:213h58Hamburg Hbf14:19Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1561One-way1 change
ICE 1073 · 2952210:214h01Hamburg Hbf14:22Frankfurt am Main Flughafen£1701One-way1 change
ICE 577 · S99:294h15Hamburg Hbf13:44Frankfurt am Main Flughafen£1701One-way1 change
ECE 5 · S98:294h15Hamburg Hbf12:44Frankfurt am Main Flughafen£1701One-way1 change
ECE 5 · ICE 3148:294h16Hamburg Hbf12:45Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1561One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £83.
Distance: 404 km
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Live departures
Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ECE 5 · ICE 314 | On time 6:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h16 | 10:45 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ECE 5 · S9 | On time 6:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h15 | 10:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 107 | On time 6:42 Hamburg Hbf | 5h07 | 11:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 577 · S9 | On time 7:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h15 | 11:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 577 · ICE 124 | On time 7:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h16 | 11:45 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 519 | On time 7:45 Hamburg Hbf | 5h04 | 12:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1073 · 29522 | On time 8:21 Hamburg Hbf | 4h01 | 12:22 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 1073 · ICE 720 | On time 8:21 Hamburg Hbf | 3h58 | 12:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 12:50 Hamburg Hbf | 10h20 | 23:10 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 13:01 Hamburg Harburg | 10h09 | 23:10 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Trains from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 24 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:27, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 404 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 404 km |
Average train duration 6h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 3:27 |
Last train 21:57 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Hamburg and Frankfurt am Main Airport from £14. 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
FAQs: Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
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