Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Hamburg
The S-Bahn S1 goes straight from the airport to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof in about 25 minutes. Taxis take about 20–30 minutes.
Best for most people: S-Bahn S1. Direct, frequent and cheap, with the station right under the terminals.
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| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| train S-Bahn S1 from Hamburg Airport (Flughafen) to Hauptbahnhof and Jungfernstieg | about 25 min | every 10 min | about €3.50–4 | about 04:30–01:00; more at weekends | Buy tickets from machines or the hvv app. Deutschlandticket is valid. |
| taxi Taxi rank outside the terminals | about 20–30 min | about €30–40 to the centre | 24 h | Most taxis accept cards. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Tips
- The S1 is direct; no changes needed.
- Validate or buy your ticket before boarding.
- Deutschlandticket holders travel free on the S1.
- Hamburg traffic can be slow at rush hour; the train avoids it.
Common questions
How much is a taxi from Hamburg Airport to the centre?
A taxi to Hamburg city centre usually costs about €30–40 and takes 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic and exactly where you are going. Taxis wait at the ranks outside the terminals, and most accept cards. For one or two people with light luggage, the S-Bahn is far cheaper and often just as quick at rush hour.
How do I get from Hamburg Airport to the city by train?
Take the S-Bahn S1 from the station directly beneath the terminals. Trains run about every 10 minutes and reach Hauptbahnhof in around 25 minutes, continuing to Jungfernstieg near the Alster. Buy a single ticket for the city fare zone from the machines on the platform or in the hvv app before boarding; there are no ticket checks at gates, but inspectors do fine.
Is there a train at night from Hamburg Airport?
The S1 runs from early morning until roughly 01:00 on weekdays, with longer, often all-night service on Friday and Saturday nights. Check last departures on the hvv app if your flight lands late. Taxis are available at the rank outside the terminals around the clock as an alternative.
Can I use the Deutschlandticket from Hamburg Airport?
Yes. The Deutschlandticket is valid on all local public transport in Germany, including the S-Bahn S1 from the airport, so holders can ride straight into the city at no extra cost. If you do not have one, buy a single ticket from the machines or the hvv app; machines accept cards and cash.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.