The average train between Forbach and Hamburg takes 8h 49m and the fastest train takes 6h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Forbach 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 Forbach and Hamburg. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Forbach is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Hamburg at 10:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Saarbrücken Hbf and take an average of 8h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Forbach 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 Forbach to Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Saarbrücken Hbf station and arriving at Hamburg Hbf station via Frankfurt station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.
Forbach to Hamburg train services, operated by vlexx, depart from Saarbrücken Hbf station.
Forbach to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.
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The distance between Forbach and Hamburg is 530.5 km. The road distance is 660 km.
You can take a train from Forbach to Hamburg Hbf via Saarbrücken Hbf and Frankfurt in around 8h 17m.