1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£104
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£132
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
4 h 37 m
Trains on 17 Sept
14
Distance
417 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Hamburg will cost around £132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 14 trains from Mainz to Hamburg, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 417 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 40 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 1020
4480 · ICE 572
4756 · ICE 74
4472 · ICE 770
4490 · ICE 6
4295 · ICE 774
29543 · ECE 4
29691 · ECE 8
4472 · ICE 770
4474 · ICE 578Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Hamburg 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 flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £120.
Distance: 417 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£73 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £120 Average Price | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg 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 Mainz to Hamburg:
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mainz to Hamburg costing on average £73.
A coach is £83 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mainz to Hamburg costing on average £120.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 55m.
Coach takes on average 8h 11m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (4h 55m by train vs 5h 26m by car). Tickets start at around £73 compared to roughly £21 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 Mainz to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4295 · ICE 774 | On time 7:59 Mainz Hbf | 4h30 | 12:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
29691 · ECE 8 | On time 8:49 Mainz Hbf | 4h40 | 13:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4470 · ICE 772 | On time 9:49 Mainz Hbf | 4h51 | 14:40 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1020 | On time 10:20 Mainz Hbf | 5h29 | 15:49 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4756 · ICE 74 | On time 10:49 Mainz Hbf | 4h51 | 15:40 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4472 · ICE 770 | On time 11:49 Mainz Hbf | 4h40 | 16:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4490 · ICE 6 | On time 12:49 Mainz Hbf | 4h44 | 17:33 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4474 · ICE 578 | On time 13:49 Mainz Hbf | 4h40 | 18:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4492 · ICE 72 | On time 14:49 Mainz Hbf | 4h49 | 19:38 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4476 · ICE 576 | On time 15:49 Mainz Hbf | 4h40 | 20:29 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
29543 · ECE 4 | On time 16:58 Mainz Hbf | 4h37 | 21:35 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
29525 · ICE 574 | On time 17:59 Mainz Hbf | 4h40 | 22:39 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
29695 · ICE 70 | On time 18:49 Mainz Hbf | 4h52 | 23:41 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4480 · ICE 572 | On time 19:49 Mainz Hbf | 4h41 | 0:30 Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Mainz to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 417 km distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 417 km |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:49 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz to Hamburg 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mainz to Hamburg trains use the Mainz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mainz Hbf is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz 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: Mangal, Asia Wok, Bistrorante Midi, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Hbf. ATMs are available at Mainz Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Hbf. Information desks are available at Mainz Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mainz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mainz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Advena Europa Hotel, GuestHouse Mainz, Terminus, Hotel Moguntia.
Mainz Römisches Theater is 1 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz Römisches Theater 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, Cafe Extrablatt, Hans im Glück, The Big Easy
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. ATMs are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. Information desks are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Römisches Theater. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mainz Römisches Theater: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mainz Römisches Theater: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Römisches Theater.
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Regency Mainz, Favorite Parkhotel, Ibis Hotel Mainz City, Hof Ehrenfels.
Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants available on-site.
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs located near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim.
Available at Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bahnstrecke Mainz–Mannheim: Wheelchair accessible with elevators.
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-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona 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: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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