The average train between Bayreuth and Hamburg takes 7h 20m and the fastest train takes 6h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Bayreuth to Hamburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bayreuth and Hamburg. The earliest departure is at 4:52 AM at night, and the last departure from Bayreuth is at 9:29 PM which arrives into Hamburg at 7:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Nürnberg Hbf and take an average of 7h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 40m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bayreuth to Hamburg? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bayreuth to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Bayreuth Hbf station and arriving at Hamburg-Harburg station via Nürnberg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.
Bayreuth to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Bayreuth Hbf station.
Bayreuth to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg-Harburg station.
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The distance between Bayreuth and Hamburg is 415.2 km. The road distance is 520 km.
You can take a train from Bayreuth Hbf to Hamburg Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf and Hamburg-Harburg in around 6h 13m.