Night train from Hamburg to Frankfurt am Main starting at 20 EUR

There currently are a variety of options to travel by night train from Hamburg (Germany) to Frankfurt am Main (Germany), taking between approximately 5 and 9 hours: Namely the ICE 619, the ICE 921, the NJ 471 and the ICE 699. These lines are operated by DB and ÖBB.

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DB

Does Deutsche Bahn still operate night trains?

Deutsche Bahn (DB) exited the actual night train business in 2016. However, it operates around a dozen Intercity and Eurocity trains that run exclusively at night.

What are the travel conditions like on these trains?

In these night trains, there are only first and second class seats. The lights stay on all the time and there is no way to recline the seats.

ÖBB

The Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) operate the Nightjet and Euronight trains (the latter together with other national railway agencies).

What types of carriages are available on ÖBB trains?

ÖBB night trains typically feature three types of carriages: seats, couchettes, and sleepers.

What's the difference between seats, couchettes, and sleeper cars?

Seats are for the bravest, while couchettes and sleepers provide a more comfortable journey. In the couchettes, you can find simple and rather narrow berths, while the sleepers are equipped with proper beds and sometimes even a private bathroom. Couchettes can hold up to six people, whereas sleepers are private compartments for one to three people.

What amenities do sleeper cars offer?

They sometimes include a private bathroom or even a shower, sometimes only a sink.

For the next 7 dates with connections, the cheapest offer starts at 20 EUR. Check our connection pages below for all availabilities!