How much is the train ticket from Regensburg to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Regensburg to Hamburg start from R 392. The average price for this train route is around R 1 279. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Regensburg to Hamburg?

The average train journey time from Regensburg to Hamburg is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 526 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Regensburg to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Regensburg to Hamburg departs at 06:22. And the latest train departs at 22:59.

Train Regensburg to Hamburg from R 503 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Regensburg to Hamburg on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:30	Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof	16h 4m	12:34	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	12:35	Regensburg Train Station	5h 22m	17:57	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	08:27	Regensburg Train Station	5h 30m	13:57	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	08:27	Regensburg Train Station	5h 30m	13:57	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	08:27	Regensburg Train Station	5h 30m	13:57	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Regensburg to Hamburg on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:55	Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof	15h 39m	12:34	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	12:35	Regensburg Train Station	5h 22m	17:57	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
	08:27	Regensburg Train Station	5h 30m	13:57	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	08:27	Regensburg Train Station	5h 30m	13:57	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	08:27	Regensburg Train Station	5h 30m	13:57	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Regensburg to Hamburg on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:50	Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof	13h 17m	13:07	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	12:35	Regensburg Train Station	5h 22m	17:57	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:55	Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof	15h 39m	12:34	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	08:27	Regensburg Train Station	5h 30m	13:57	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:50	Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof	13h 5m	12:55	Harburg	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 12:36 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Regensburg 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 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 946, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 50mAverage duration

526 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 578 - R 1 780	Average duration15h 15m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 392 - R 2 639	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 946 - R 946	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

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

Regensburg

A
Bushaltestelle Regensburg Hauptbahnof
Bahnhofstraße 16, 93047 Regensburg, Germany
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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

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

Based on 11 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 392

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Regensburg to Hamburg by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Regensburg to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Regensburg to Hamburg start from R 392. The average price for this train route is around R 1 279. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Regensburg to Hamburg?
The average train journey time from Regensburg to Hamburg is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 526 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Regensburg to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Regensburg to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Regensburg to Hamburg departs at 06:22. And the latest train departs at 22:59.

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The cheapest trip from Regensburg to Hamburg was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 363

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 363 to R 4 765 for a train ticket from Regensburg to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 445, which is on 2025-12-17.