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Universitätsmuseum für Kulturgeschichte Marburg
University museum in the castle with regional archaeology, cultural history and changing displays in historic interiors.
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£108
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
319 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Marburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Marburg will cost around £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 44 trains that leave Hamburg for Marburg every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 319 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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 79+
15023
81643+
ICE 2513 · 4171
ICE 777 · 4169
ICE 77+
15019
ECE 5 · ICE 1577
ICE 585 · ICE 1577
ICE 785 · 4157
ICE 787 · 4159
ICE 789 · 4161
ICE 883 · 4165Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Marburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 319 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£74 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £126 Average Price |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Marburg trains for tomorrow, Friday 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 785 · 4157 | On time 8:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h21 | 11:34 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 785 · 4157+ 24713 | On time 8:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h39 | 11:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ECE 5 · ICE 1577 | On time 8:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h03 | 12:32 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ECE 5 · ICE 1577+ 24715 | On time 8:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h23 | 12:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ECE 5+ 24794 | On time 8:29 Hamburg Hbf | 5h34 | 14:03 Marburg Süd station | 1 change | |
ICE 585 · ICE 1577 | On time 9:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h19 | 12:32 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 585 · ICE 1577+ 24715 | On time 9:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h39 | 12:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 577 · 4159 | 9:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h05 | 13:34 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 577 · 4159+ 24717 | 9:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h23 | 13:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 577+ 24796 | 9:29 Hamburg Hbf | 5h34 | 15:03 Marburg Süd station | 1 change | |
ICE 787 · 4159 | On time 10:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h21 | 13:34 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 787 · 4159+ 24717 | On time 10:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h39 | 13:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 73+ 15011 | On time 10:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h09 | 14:38 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 73+ 24798 | On time 10:29 Hamburg Hbf | 5h34 | 16:03 Marburg Süd station | 1 change | |
ICE 73+ 24719 · 15011 | On time 10:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h23 | 14:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 789 · 4161 | On time 12:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h21 | 15:34 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 789 · 4161+ 24721 | On time 12:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h39 | 15:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 7 · ICE 1671 | On time 12:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h03 | 16:32 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 7+ 24854 | On time 12:29 Hamburg Hbf | 5h34 | 18:03 Marburg Süd station | 1 change | |
ICE 7 · ICE 1671+ 24723 | On time 12:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h23 | 16:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 771 · 4163 | On time 13:26 Hamburg Hbf | 4h08 | 17:34 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 771 · 4163+ 24725 | On time 13:26 Hamburg Hbf | 4h22 | 17:48 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 771+ 24856 | On time 13:26 Hamburg Hbf | 5h37 | 19:03 Marburg Süd station | 1 change | |
ICE 881 · 4163 | On time 14:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h21 | 17:34 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 881 · 4163+ 24725 | On time 14:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h35 | 17:48 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 2375 | On time 14:41 Hamburg Harburg | 3h22 | 18:03 Marburg (Lahn) | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2375+ 24775 | On time 14:41 Hamburg Harburg | 3h34 | 18:15 Marburg Süd station | 1 change | |
ICE 773 · 4165 | On time 15:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h05 | 19:34 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 773 · 4165+ 24729 | On time 15:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h23 | 19:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 773+ 24860 | On time 15:29 Hamburg Hbf | 5h34 | 21:03 Marburg Süd station | 1 change | |
ICE 883 · 4165 | On time 16:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h21 | 19:34 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 883 · 4165+ 24729 | On time 16:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h39 | 19:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 9 · ICE 1675 | On time 16:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h03 | 20:32 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 9+ 24862 | On time 16:29 Hamburg Hbf | 5h34 | 22:03 Marburg Süd station | 1 change | |
ICE 9 · ICE 1675+ 24731 | On time 16:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h23 | 20:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 775 · 4167 | 17:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h05 | 21:34 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 775 · 4167+ 24733 | 17:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h23 | 21:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 775+ 24864 | 17:29 Hamburg Hbf | 5h34 | 23:03 Marburg Süd station | 1 change | |
ICE 885 · 4167 | On time 18:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h21 | 21:34 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 885 · 4167+ 24733 | On time 18:13 Hamburg Harburg | 3h39 | 21:52 Marburg Süd station | 2 changes | |
ICE 77+ 15019 | On time 18:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h09 | 22:38 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
ICE 777 · 4169 | On time 19:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h11 | 23:40 Marburg (Lahn) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Marburg run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:29, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 319 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 319 km |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 0:29 |
Last train 23:45 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Marburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marburg trip today.
University museum in the castle with regional archaeology, cultural history and changing displays in historic interiors.
Natural history museum with zoology exhibits, study collections and family-friendly displays in the city centre.
Specialist museum on mineralogy, with crystals, ores and fossils presented through research-based displays.
Characterful old-town quarter of lanes, steps and timber-framed buildings, ideal for wandering and photography.
Steep historic street lined with half-timbered houses, shops and views, connecting the lower town with the castle.
Central square in the old town with the town hall, market atmosphere and a strong sense of local civic history.
A hearty Hessian green sauce of seven herbs, traditionally served cold with boiled eggs and potatoes. A regional classic popular across central Hesse.
A rustic Hessian potato sausage made with pork, bacon and spices. It reflects farmhouse cooking traditions from the wider Hesse region.
A baked apple dessert, often filled with nuts, raisins and marzipan, then served warm. It is a long-standing favourite in Hessian home cooking.
Refined dining venue in the Vila Vita Rosenpark hotel, serving modern cuisine in an elegant, contemporary setting.
Traditional German inn near the historic centre, known for hearty regional dishes and a cosy, old-town atmosphere.
Established café and restaurant by the Lahn, popular for cakes, German meals and relaxed views from a classic terrace setting.
Moderate for Germany: dining and local transport are manageable, while central hotels can raise costs during university terms and events.
Round up in cafés and taxis, and add about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Tips are usually given directly when paying, not left on the table.
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Marburg (Lahn) station -> Elisabethkirche, Marburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Marburg 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 Marburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Marburg trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Marburg (Lahn) station pair, with some services arriving at Marburg Süd. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Marburg 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 Dammtor is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Dammtor 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: Hunt Coffee, Haerlin, Gran Sasso, Double Coffee
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Dammtor. ATMs are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Information desks are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hanseatin, Renaissance, Hotel Preuß, Hotel Amsterdam.
Marburg (Lahn) is 1 km from Marburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Marburg (Lahn) 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: Mar Burger, Domingo's, Valente, Restaurant Cordes / Szenario
Wi-Fi is available at Marburg (Lahn). ATMs are available at Marburg (Lahn).
Ticket office support is available at Marburg (Lahn). Information desks are available at Marburg (Lahn).
Luggage storage is available at Marburg (Lahn). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marburg (Lahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marburg (Lahn): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marburg (Lahn).
Nearby hotels include Village Stadthotel, Vila Vita Hotel & Residenz Rosenpark.
Marburg Süd is 1 km from Marburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Marburg 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 options include: Lotte, Nero, Domino's, Paisano Pizzeria
Wi-Fi is available at Marburg Süd. ATMs are available at Marburg Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Marburg Süd. Information desks are available at Marburg Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Marburg Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marburg Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marburg Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marburg Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel im Kornspeicher.
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