How much is the train ticket from Nuremberg to Hamburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Nuremberg to Hamburg start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $88. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nuremberg to Hamburg?

The average train ride duration from Nuremberg to Hamburg is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 287 miles (463 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Nuremberg to Hamburg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Nuremberg to Hamburg?

The earliest train departs from Nuremberg to Hamburg at 6:31am. And the latest train departs at 11:35pm.

What is the best train operator from Nuremberg to Hamburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Nuremberg to Hamburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Hamburg from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Nuremberg to Hamburg on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:32pm	Nuremberg Central Train Station	5h 4m	1:36am	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	1:33pm	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 20m	5:53pm	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	7:00am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	11h 54m	6:54pm	Harburg	No tags
	6:32am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 23m	10:55am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	8:32am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 37m	1:09pm	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Nuremberg to Hamburg on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:15am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	11h 52m	1:07pm	Hamburg Hbf	Cheapest
	7:32am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 25m	11:57am	Hamburg Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	1:15am	Bahnhofstraße, 11	11h 40m	12:55pm	Harburg	No tags
	6:31am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 26m	10:57am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags
	6:31am	Nuremberg Central Train Station	4h 26m	10:57am	Hamburg Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 12:09 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Nuremberg to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

287 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $110	Average Duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $296	Average Duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $76	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

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

Nuremberg

A
Bahnhofstraße, 11
Bahnhofstraße, 11, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
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B
Nürnberg Nordostbf.
Nürnberg Nordost, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany
C
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz
Nürnberg Rathenauplatz, 90489 Nürnberg, Germany
D
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf
Nürnberg-Reichelsdorf, 90453 Nürnberg, Germany
E
Nürnberg Ziegelstein
Nürnberg Ziegelstein, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany
F
Nürnberg Rothenburger Str.
Rothenburger Str., 90439 Nürnberg, Germany

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

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Nuremberg to Hamburg start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $88. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nuremberg to Hamburg?
The average train ride duration from Nuremberg to Hamburg is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 287 miles (463 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Nuremberg to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Nuremberg to Hamburg?
The earliest train departs from Nuremberg to Hamburg at 6:31am. And the latest train departs at 11:35pm.
What is the best train operator from Nuremberg to Hamburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Nuremberg to Hamburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Nuremberg to Hamburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nuremberg 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

12/09

$84

12/10

$79

Today

$84

12/12

$67

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No data

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12/15

$58

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The cheapest trip from Nuremberg to Hamburg was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $58

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

You can expect to pay from $58 to $286 for a train ticket from Nuremberg to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2025-12-15.