- Must visit
Goethe-Nationalmuseum
Goethe’s former home with original rooms and collections. Essential for anyone interested in his life, work and Weimar’s literary culture.
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£84
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
3 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
4 h 45 m
Trains on 06 Sept
4
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Weimar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Weimar will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 4 trains from Hamburg to Weimar, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 302 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 31 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Weimar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £260.
Distance: 302 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£65 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £260 Average Price | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Weimar:
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Weimar costing on average £65.
A coach is £223 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Weimar costing on average £260.
Other travel options to Weimar take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 8m.
Coach takes on average 6h 44m.
You'll arrive about 34m sooner (4h 5m by train vs 4h 39m by car). Tickets start at around £65 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Weimar trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:01 Hamburg | 5h31 | 11:32 Weimar | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:29 Hamburg | 4h47 | 11:16 Weimar | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:13 Hamburg | 3h51 | 11:04 Weimar | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:48 Hamburg | 5h09 | 13:57 Weimar | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:29 Hamburg | 4h28 | 13:57 Weimar | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Hamburg to Weimar run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:41, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 302 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 302 km |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 0:41 |
Last train 23:26 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Weimar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Weimar trip today.
Goethe’s former home with original rooms and collections. Essential for anyone interested in his life, work and Weimar’s literary culture.
Museum on the Bauhaus in Weimar with design, architecture and teaching history. Compact, modern and one of the city’s most popular stops.
Schiller’s residence presents his domestic world and creative life. A rewarding visit for literature lovers near the heart of the old town.
Central square with the Goethe and Schiller monument, framed by major civic buildings. The classic meeting point for a first walk in Weimar.
Riverside park and walking landscape associated with Goethe. A peaceful area for paths, garden views and easy breaks from the built-up centre.
Historic market square with the town hall, shops and frequent events. Ideal for orientating yourself and enjoying the old town atmosphere.
Thuringian roast pork, usually served with rich gravy and dumplings. A classic regional Sunday meal deeply rooted in local home cooking.
Grilled pork neck marinated with onions, mustard and beer. It is a beloved Thuringian speciality often eaten at taverns and outdoor events.
Famous Thuringian grilled sausage seasoned with marjoram and caraway. It is one of the region’s most recognisable street foods.
Well-known sausage stop for trying Thüringer Rostbratwurst in a simple, local style. Best for a quick traditional bite.
Traditional inn near the historic centre serving Thuringian classics such as dumplings, roasts and local beer in a warm, rustic setting.
Elegant restaurant in the Hotel Elephant offering refined German cooking and a polished atmosphere suited to a special evening out.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Berlin or Munich, while public transport and museum visits remain reasonably priced.
Service is not usually included. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Weimar Hauptbahnhof -> Goetheplatz, Weimar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Weimar 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 Weimar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Weimar trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Weimar station pair, with some services arriving at Weimar Berkaer Bhf. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Weimar 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.
Weimar is 1 km from Weimar city centre. Public transport options include:
Weimar 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: Subway, Domino's, Alice, Curry & Co.
Wi-Fi is available at Weimar. ATMs are available at Weimar.
Ticket office support is available at Weimar. Information desks are available at Weimar.
Luggage storage is available at Weimar. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Weimar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Weimar: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Weimar.
Weimar Berkaer Bhf is 1 km from Weimar city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Weimar Berkaer Bhf 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: Texas, Johanns Hof, Ristorante Pomodore, Kebab House
Wi-Fi is available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf. ATMs are available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf.
Ticket office support is available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf. Information desks are available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf.
Luggage storage is available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Weimar Berkaer Bhf.
Nearby hotels include Liszt, Anna Amalia, Hotel Hollerbusch, Hotel Schillerhof.
Weimar West is 1 km from Weimar city centre. Public transport options include:
Weimar West 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: Domino's, Ankara, Mr. BINH DINH, TAP...
Wi-Fi is available at Weimar West. ATMs are available at Weimar West.
Ticket office support is available at Weimar West. Information desks are available at Weimar West.
Luggage storage is available at Weimar West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Weimar West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Weimar West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Weimar West.
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