How much does a train ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main cost?

The average train ticket price from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main is $60. The best way to find train tickets from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?

A train trip between Hamburg and Frankfurt am Main is around 4h, although the fastest train will take about 3h 26m. This is the time it takes to travel the 244 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Hamburg and Frankfurt am Main?

The number of trains from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 53. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?

When taking the train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?

Trains traveling between Hamburg and Frankfurt am Main leave from Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) or Harburg and arrive at Südbahnhof, Frankfurt Airport.

Train Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on November 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:08pm	Hamburg Hbf	6h 20m	4:28am	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	2:24pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 36m	6:00pm	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	2:50pm	Hamburg Hbf	8h 10m	11:00pm	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	1:24pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 56m	5:20pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	2:12pm	Hamburg Hbf	3h 41m	5:53pm	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:08pm	Hamburg Hbf	6h 20m	4:28am	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	7:24am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 36m	11:00am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:45am	HAM Airport	9h 48m	3:33pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
	11:17am	Hamburg Hbf	8h 16m	7:33pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:18am	Hamburg Hbf	4h 2m	10:20am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on November 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:18am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 42m	10:00am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	7:24am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 36m	11:00am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:45am	HAM Airport	11h 46m	5:31pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
	11:17am	Hamburg Hbf	8h 16m	7:33pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:18am	Hamburg Hbf	4h 2m	10:20am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:28pm	Hamburg Hbf	7h 9m	5:37am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	6:06am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 26m	9:32am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:45am	HAM Airport	9h 48m	3:33pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:06am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 44m	9:50am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	6:24am	Hamburg Hbf	4h 37m	11:01am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:08pm	Hamburg Hbf	6h 20m	4:28am	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	6:06am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 26m	9:32am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	11:17am	Hamburg Hbf	8h 16m	7:33pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:06am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 44m	9:50am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	6:24am	Hamburg Hbf	4h 37m	11:01am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on December 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:29pm	Hamburg Hbf	7h 8m	5:37am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	6:06am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 26m	9:32am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:45am	HAM Airport	9h 48m	3:33pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
	11:17am	Hamburg Hbf	8h 16m	7:33pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:06am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 44m	9:50am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on December 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:28pm	Hamburg Hbf	7h 9m	5:37am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	6:06am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 26m	9:32am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	2:50pm	Hamburg Hbf	8h 10m	11:00pm	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	11:17am	Hamburg Hbf	8h 16m	7:33pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:06am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 44m	9:50am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main on December 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:01pm	Hamburg Hbf	4h 44m	12:45am	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	6:06am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 26m	9:32am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	2:50pm	Hamburg Hbf	8h 10m	11:00pm	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
	11:17am	Hamburg Hbf	8h 16m	7:33pm	Südbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:06am	Hamburg Hbf	3h 44m	9:50am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

5hAverage Duration

244 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $160	Average Duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $232	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$25 - $56	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hamburg and Frankfurt am Main?

Hamburg

A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
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B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
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C
Hamburg Airport
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D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main by train

How much does a train ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main cost?
How long is the train trip from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?
How many daily trains are there between Hamburg and Frankfurt am Main?
Which train companies travel from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main?

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/26

$24

11/27

$46

Today

$72

11/29

$34

11/30

$79

12/01

$22

12/02

$18

12/03

$22

The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $18 to $298 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.