The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
389 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 13 trains that leave Hanau Hbf for Hamburg Hbf every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 389 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 8 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 674 · ICE 1080
IC 60470
ICE 672
RE 4543 · ICE 774
ICE 270 · ICE 474
ICE 672
ICE 374 · ICE 1672
ICE 270 · ICE 474
RE 4506 · ICE 682
RE 4502 · ICE 684Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £92.
Distance: 389 km
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Live departures
Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:07 Hanau Hbf | 3h29 | 07:36 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:47 Hanau Hbf | 4h07 | 10:54 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:15 Hanau Hbf | 6h36 | 13:51 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:29 Hanau Hbf | 4h07 | 11:36 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:47 Hanau Hbf | 4h06 | 15:53 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 674 · ICE 1080 | 23:30 Hanau Hbf | 6h12 | 05:42 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| Sunday 30 November | |||||
IC 60470 | 01:30 Hanau Hbf | 5h23 | 06:53 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 14:39. The fastest train covers the 389 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 389 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 14:39 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Hanau Hbf and Hamburg Hbf from £13. 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: Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanau Hbf to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hanau Hbf and Hamburg Hbf
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:30 - 14:30
- Maschuq
- Steve's Bar and Grill
- Ristorante Mediterraneo
- Food & Drink
- 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.
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