1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£120
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£134
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
5 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
5 h 21 m
Trains on 07 Sept
5
Distance
544 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Ingolstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Ingolstadt will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 5 trains from Hamburg to Ingolstadt, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 544 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 51 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 509 · ICE 1009
ICE 507 · ICE 1007
ICE 787
ICE 587 · 4029
ICE 785
ICE 787
ICE 785
ICE 509 · ICE 1009
ICE 507 · ICE 1007
ICE 587 · 4029Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Ingolstadt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, while a flight costs an average of £127.
Distance: 544 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£79 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £127 Average Price | £88 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Ingolstadt:
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Ingolstadt costing on average £79.
A coach is £79 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Ingolstadt costing on average £127.
Other travel options to Ingolstadt take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 26m.
Coach takes on average 9h 20m.
The journey is about 2h 4m faster (5h 26m by train vs 7h 30m by car) and roughly £9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£79 vs £88). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Ingolstadt trains for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1081 | On time 22:28 Hamburg Hbf | 6h55 | 5:23 Ingolstadt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
ICE 785 | On time 8:01 Hamburg Hbf | 5h02 | 13:03 Ingolstadt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 507 · ICE 1007 | On time 8:34 Hamburg Hbf | 5h24 | 13:58 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 787 | On time 10:01 Hamburg Hbf | 5h02 | 15:03 Ingolstadt Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 509 · ICE 1009 | On time 10:34 Hamburg Hbf | 5h24 | 15:58 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 587 · 4029 | On time 11:01 Hamburg Hbf | 5h51 | 16:52 Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Ingolstadt run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 544 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 544 km |
Average train duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 50m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Discover the best of Ingolstadt — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ingolstadt trip today.
Automobile museum by Audi with historic cars, concept vehicles and interactive displays tracing mobility and brand history.
Museum of military history in a former fortress building, covering armed conflict, society and technology across centuries.
Compact medical history museum with anatomical specimens and exhibits linked to the university tradition of the city.
Central square lined with historic façades, arcades and civic buildings; a natural starting point for exploring the old town.
Main pedestrian shopping street through the historic centre, good for strolling between churches, gates and public squares.
Riverside green space along the Danube with paths, open views and a relaxed setting for walks near the city centre.
Roast pork with a dark beer gravy, usually served with dumplings and cabbage. A Bavarian staple widely eaten in and around Ingolstadt.
Pan-fried pork sausages from Nuremberg, commonly served nearby with sauerkraut or potato salad. A Franconian-Bavarian classic popular in Upper Bavaria too.
A crisp roast pork belly with crackling, often paired with dark beer sauce and dumplings. Traditional in Bavarian taverns across the region.
Smart restaurant with a refined menu focused on seasonal regional cooking, plus a polished but relaxed dining room.
Traditional Bavarian inn serving roast pork, sausages and beer in a historic, wood-panelled setting near the old town.
Established brewery restaurant known for hearty Bavarian dishes and house beer in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, local transit is reasonable, and tourist costs are lower than in Munich.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is standard in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Ingolstadt Hbf -> Rathausplatz, Ingolstadt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Ingolstadt trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Ingolstadt Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Ingolstadt Nord. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Ingolstadt 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-Bahrenfeld is 7 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Bahrenfeld 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: Manhattan Pizza-Service, Mangold, Domino's Pizza, Farina
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Bahrenfeld. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Bahrenfeld.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Bahrenfeld. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Bahrenfeld.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Bahrenfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Bahrenfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Bahrenfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Bahrenfeld.
Nearby hotels include Superbude Hotel, Hostel, Home.
Ingolstadt Hbf is 2 km from Ingolstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Ingolstadt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Nave Pizzaservice, Pizzeria Romi, China Restaurant Ten Eins, Romeo e Giulietta
Wi-Fi is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. ATMs are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. Information desks are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ingolstadt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ingolstadt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Ingolstadt Nord is 1 km from Ingolstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Ingolstadt Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Michelangelo, Goldener Drache - Schnellrestaurant, Our place, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi is available at Ingolstadt Nord. ATMs are available at Ingolstadt Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Ingolstadt Nord. Information desks are available at Ingolstadt Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Ingolstadt Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ingolstadt Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ingolstadt Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ingolstadt Nord.
Ingolstadt Audi is 3 km from Ingolstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Ingolstadt Audi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Shell, Café A51, Betriebsgastronomie, A51
Wi-Fi is available at Ingolstadt Audi. ATMs are available at Ingolstadt Audi.
Ticket office support is available at Ingolstadt Audi. Information desks are available at Ingolstadt Audi.
Luggage storage is available at Ingolstadt Audi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ingolstadt Audi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ingolstadt Audi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ingolstadt Audi.
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