Mannheim to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Mannheim to Hamburg

Showing times and prices for 28 Nov

Cheapest price

£51

Average price

£126

Fastest journey

4 h 18 m

Average duration

4 h 19 m

Trains per day

23

Distance

466 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Mannheim to Hamburg will cost around £126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.

Fast trains

Of the 23 trains that leave Mannheim for Hamburg every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 466 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 22 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.

Deutsche BahnICE 510 · ICE 920
22:368h14
Mannheim Hbf
06:50Hamburg Hbf
£511One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 272
20:325h04
Mannheim Hbf
01:36Hamburg Hbf
£701One-way
0 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 100+MetronomME 82856
21:358h22
Mannheim Hbf
05:57Hamburg Hbf
£731One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 376
19:174h22
Mannheim Hbf
23:39Hamburg Hbf
£961One-way
0 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 70
17:174h22
Mannheim Hbf
21:39Hamburg Hbf
£1061One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Mannheim to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £74.

Distance: 466 km

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Coach
Flight

£92

Average Price

£35

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Cheapest

£163

Average Price

5h 39m

Average total duration

5h 9m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 22m

Average total duration

7h 52m

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4h 8m

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1h 8m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 2.8kg

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Live departures

Mannheim to Hamburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Mannheim to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:49
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deutsche_bahnICE 772
On time
07:05 Mannheim Hbf
4h31
11:36 Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 374 · ICE 1672
On time
07:32 Mannheim Hbf
4h58
12:30 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 78
On time
08:17 Mannheim Hbf
4h19
12:36 Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahnICE 692 · ICE 1586
On time
08:32 Mannheim Hbf
4h57
13:29 Hamburg Hbf
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 770
On time
09:04 Mannheim Hbf
4h32
13:36 Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect

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The best time to book your train from Mannheim to Hamburg is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Mannheim to Hamburg route.
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ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Mannheim to Hamburg

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I really enjoyed this ride and am happy to recommend it to others. Furthermore, I rate this trip with five stars, as I have nothing to criticise. I travelled in second class. My train arrived on time and when I boarded I was greeted nicely by the staff, then I sat down. My seat was very comfortable and I could charge my laptop and mobile phone. The internet was very good. The view from the window was very nice. The train was very clean and so were the toilets. One thing I particularly liked was that there was air conditioning. A very great ride.
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The journey went smoothly and left me with a positive overall impression, prompting me to give it four to five stars and recommend it. The train arrived on schedule, which is of course welcome. Upon entering the train, I immediately noticed the cleanliness, a point that indicates careful maintenance. The seats offered a pleasant level of comfort. I decided to order a meal and was pleased with the value for money. The food tasted good and was served promptly. The hygiene during serving was also commendable. A particular plus point was the coffee, which I found distinctly tasty. All in all, it was a satisfying and good value travel experience.
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IconA little delay
This was a great ride, which I rate with four stars, as only one small thing was negative and that was the delay. Still, it wasn't that bad as it was a delay of 8 minutes. Then when my train arrived, I got on and I immediately noticed what nice staff there were as they smiled at me as I boarded, already this had improved my mood. Afterwards I sat down and I was happy that my seat was comfortable. Then I ordered something to eat, which was a butter croissant and a fruit tea to drink. Both tasted good and at a very fair price. The whole train was clean and hygienic. I also had good wifi. Despite the small negative thing, I can only recommend this trip, because everything else was right.
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My train journey from Mannheim to Hamburg was pleasant and comfortable for the most part. However, there were also a few points that I have to criticise. On the positive side, the train was clean and well maintained. The seats were comfortable and offered enough space to feel at ease during the journey. The journey itself went smoothly for the most part and the arrival time was kept. The train route offered scenic sections. The customer service on the train was friendly and courteous. The train staff were available to answer any questions and ensured a pleasant stay. The food and drink on offer was also varied and reasonably priced. A small point of criticism was the limited number of power sockets on the train. Especially on longer journeys, it would be desirable to have more options for charging electronic devices. One toilet was also a bit unhygienic and dirty. The others were ok. But the service was very friendly Overall, my train journey from Mannheim to Hamburg was positive. Most aspects of the journey were satisfactory and I would recommend the train service for this route.
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My IC journey from Mannheim to Hamburg of about 5 hours was very good. The facilities were top notch. The wifi worked and the seats were very comfortable. The train was also very punctual. Unfortunately, the cleanliness in the corner was not really good... especially the toilets were very unhygienic.
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My ICE journey from Mannheim to Hamburg was somewhat problematic. There was no comfort at all due to the poor hygienic conditions in the ICE. The price was also too high in my opinion. The staff, however, were very friendly. However, I cannot recommend such a stressful journey to anyone.
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Some time ago, I travelled by train from Mannheim to Hamburg. The price of this train journey was absolutely reasonable! Unfortunately, the whole journey was not really comfortable... It was super loud in the train and the seats were very dirty. I can't recommend such a journey to anyone.
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The journey from Mannheim to Hamburg was quite pleasant. The staff was very good and the service was perfect. In addition, the seats were comfortable and there were no problems regarding noise. Unfortunately, it was not particularly clean. Apart from that, still good.
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About a year ago, I travelled with my son from Mannheim to Hamburg to visit friends via ICE. The journey itself was pleasant and the ICE was very clean. The train was not very crowded and the atmosphere among the passengers was very relaxed. Inspectors and bistro staff were super friendly and accommodating. Unfortunately, we had to deal with a lot of delay caused by a demo. Price was absolutely satisfactory.
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IconConductor was nice
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IconWC was not clean
The seats were very comfortable, it was easy to relax and the volume was not too loud. In addition, the two power sockets were sufficient for me and the free wifi also worked. The conductor was also very nice and friendly. The toilets were not as clean as expected, but you could go to the toilet there. The food was still warm and the train was on time.
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IconLittle choice in the bistro
My journey from Mannheim to Hamburg involved a change of trains in Göttingen. I didn't make any reservations, but there were enough seats for everyone. There was a bistro on board where you could get delicious coffee. However, the choice of food was limited. It was also expensive. The train set off on time and reached Hamburg without delay. It was clean on board, even in the toilets.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Mannheim to Hamburg

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Trains from Mannheim to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 466 km distance in 4h 9m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Distance
466 km
Average train duration
5h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
4h 9m
First train
00:16
Last train
23:53
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Mannheim to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Mannheim and Hamburg from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 9m
Cheapest Price
£27
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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FAQs: Mannheim to Hamburg train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim 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.

FAQs
In Hamburg, visitors can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, take a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, and visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market. Discover the city's rich maritime history at the International Maritime Museum, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Alster Lakes, and visit top sights such as Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and Speicherstadt. St. Michael's Church offers sweeping views, while Planten un Blomen provides themed gardens and recreational activities.
A visit of three to four days is generally recommended to explore the main attractions in Hamburg, including the Miniatur Wunderland, the Elbphilharmonie, and the Port of Hamburg.
A day trip from Mannheim to Hamburg is not feasible due to the journey duration of 4h 9m. However, the train service is frequent with 9 trips per day. The total distance is 466 km.
The train distance from Mannheim to Hamburg is 466 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Mannheim and Hamburg. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The Mannheim to Hamburg train journey offers varied scenery, with stretches of picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and views of the Rhine River, particularly in the early stages of the route. As you approach Hamburg, the landscape transitions to more urban and industrial vistas.
The train journey from Mannheim to Hamburg covers a distance of 466 km and takes approximately 4h 9m. Trains run 9 per day.
To get from Mannheim to Hamburg, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
Booking trains from Mannheim to Hamburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Mannheim to Hamburg leaves at 0:16.
The cost of a train ticket from Mannheim to Hamburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £92.
The last train from Mannheim to Hamburg departs at 23:53.
The cheapest way to get from Mannheim to Hamburg is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Trains from Mannheim to Hamburg run approximately 9 times per day.
The train station in Mannheim that goes to Hamburg is Mannheim Hbf, and it arrives at Hamburg Hbf.
There is no night train service from Mannheim to Hamburg.
Yes, you can take the train from Mannheim to Hamburg.

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Important Stations and Airports in Mannheim and Hamburg

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The major train station for departures in Mannheim is Mannheim Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Mannheim Hbf for your trip from Mannheim to Hamburg.
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LoungeLounge
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 20:30
  • Sunday: 08:00 - 20:30
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Distance to city center
2 km
Dining
Dining
  • Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten
  • Corner
  • Liman Döner
  • Kaschmir-Tandoori
Hotel
Hotel
  • Central
  • Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center
  • InterCityHotel Mannheim
  • City Hotel
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
9 km
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld SüdWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
9 km
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Tennisklause
  • Istanbul
  • Pasta Bar
  • Pizzeria Corona
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Dining
Dining
  • Bei Dimi
  • Eis Cafe Sorrento
  • Da Dina
  • Piräus II

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