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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ingolstadt to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ingolstadt to Hamburg will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
To travel from Ingolstadt to Hamburg you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Ingolstadt to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 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 47m.
Distance 544 km |
Average train duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 47m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ingolstadt to Hamburg.
The table below shows live departures for Ingolstadt to Hamburg trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 1104 · ICE 686 | On time 5:16 Ingolstadt Hbf | 5h41 | 10:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4000 · ICE 1020 · ICE 886 | On time 5:51 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h06 | 11:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
4000 · ICE 820 · ICE 886 | On time 5:51 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h06 | 11:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1604 · RJ 384 | On time 6:16 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h08 | 12:24 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1102 · ICE 684 | On time 7:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 5h37 | 12:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
59400 · ICE 802 | 7:52 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h18 | 14:10 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1602 · RJ 178 | On time 8:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h05 | 14:25 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1100 · ICE 682 | On time 9:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 5h37 | 14:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
59402 · ICE 722 · ICE 880 | On time 9:50 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h07 | 15:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1600 · RJ 382 | On time 10:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h04 | 16:24 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
59092 · ICE 680 | On time 10:28 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h29 | 16:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
59147 · ICE 788 | On time 10:45 Ingolstadt Hbf | 7h12 | 17:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1008 · ICE 1206 | 11:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h50 | 18:10 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
59404 · ICE 628 · ICE 788 | On time 11:50 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h07 | 17:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1508 · RJ 176 | On time 12:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h05 | 18:25 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
59151 · ICE 786 | On time 12:46 Ingolstadt Hbf | 7h11 | 19:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1006 · ICE 2506 | On time 13:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h50 | 20:10 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1006 · ICE 588 | On time 13:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 5h24 | 18:44 Hamburg Harburg | 1 change | |
59406 · 58222 · ICE 786 | On time 13:50 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h07 | 19:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1506 · RJ 174 | On time 14:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h05 | 20:25 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
59098 · 57042 · ICE 1284 | 14:29 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h01 | 20:30 Hamburg Harburg | 2 changes | |
ICE 1004 · ICE 586 | On time 15:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 5h37 | 20:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
59408 · 58226 · ICE 784 | On time 15:50 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h07 | 21:57 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1504 · RJ 172 | On time 16:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h22 | 22:42 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1002 · ICE 584 | On time 17:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 5h37 | 22:57 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
59410 · ICE 526 · ICE 782 | On time 17:50 Ingolstadt Hbf | 6h15 | 0:05 Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1000 · ICE 582 · 82848+ 81604 | 19:20 Ingolstadt Hbf | 10h00 | 5:20 Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
Hamburg’s pan-fried fillet of plaice, usually served with bacon, shrimps and potatoes. A classic North German fish dish tied to the port and nearby coast.
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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Most Ingolstadt to Hamburg trains use the Ingolstadt Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Ingolstadt and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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