How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Hamburg start at $21. The average price for this train route is around $123. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Heidelberg to Hamburg?

The average train trip from Heidelberg to Hamburg takes 7h 28m and covers 471 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 51m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Hamburg?

The earliest train from Heidelberg to Hamburg departs at 8:46am. The latest train departs at 2:33pm.

What is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Hamburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Hamburg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Heidelberg to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Heidelberg to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Heidelberg to Hamburg from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	7h 28m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	7h 28m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	7h 28m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	7h 28m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	7h 28m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	9:06am	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	7h 28m	4:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	7h 28m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
Train	8:46am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	4h 51m	1:37pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Train	8:46am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	4h 51m	1:37pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Train	8:46am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	4h 51m	1:37pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Train	8:46am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	4h 51m	1:37pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Hamburg on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:06pm	Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof	7h 28m	8:34pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
Train	8:46am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	4h 51m	1:37pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Train	8:46am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	4h 51m	1:37pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Train	8:46am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	4h 51m	1:37pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Train	8:46am	Heidelberg Central Train Station	4h 51m	1:37pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:43 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

470 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $175	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $310	Average Duration7h 28m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$49 - $90	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Heidelberg and Hamburg?

Heidelberg

A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
Map

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
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixTrain

3/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.2

Wifi1.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,000 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg to Hamburg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Hamburg start at $21. The average price for this train route is around $123. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Heidelberg to Hamburg?
The average train trip from Heidelberg to Hamburg takes 7h 28m and covers 471 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 51m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Heidelberg to Hamburg departs at 8:46am. The latest train departs at 2:33pm.
What is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Heidelberg to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Heidelberg to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-09

$171

01-10

$110

Today

$113

01-12

$101

01-13

$109

01-14

$106

01-15

$74

01-16

$109

The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Hamburg was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $74

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

You can expect to pay from $74 to $263 for a train ticket from Heidelberg to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2026-01-15.