Night train from Hamburg to Munich starting at 30 EUR
There currently are a variety of options to travel by night train from Hamburg (Germany) to Munich (Germany), taking between approximately 7 and 12 hours: Namely the ICE 619, the NJ 40491, the NJ 493, the ICE 1081 and the NOX 1791. These lines are operated by Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB and Nox.
Deutsche Bahn
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?
These trains only have first and second class seats. The cars remain lit throughout the night and the seats cannot be reclined.
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?
The ÖBB usually offer four types of carriages in their night trains: seats, couchettes, Mini Cabins, and sleepers.
What's the difference between seats, couchettes, Mini Cabins, and sleeper cars?
Seats are for the bravest, while couchettes, Mini Cabins, and sleepers provide a more comfortable journey. In the couchettes, you can find simple and rather narrow berths. The Mini Cabin is a compact sleeping option for solo travelers – two Mini Cabins can be combined for couples. Sleepers are equipped with proper beds and sometimes even a private bathroom. Couchettes can hold up to six people. The Mini Cabin is a private space for one person – two adjacent Mini Cabins can be connected for traveling together. Sleepers are private compartments for one to three people.
What amenities do sleeper cars offer?
Sleepers may include a private bathroom or shower, or sometimes just a sink. The Mini Cabin bridges the gap between couchettes and sleepers, offering solo privacy at a lower price point.
Nox
Nox is a new night train between Hamburg and Munich with stops in Bremen and Augsburg. It runs three times a week in each direction from 23 March 2027.
What is the Nox Suite?
There is only one category: the Nox Suite, a reclining seat with privacy wings in an open-plan car, with a reading lamp and a small table.
Which fares are available?
There are two fares: Basic, where changes and cancellation cost a fee, and Flex, which you can change or cancel for free until 3 hours before departure.
For the next 7 dates with connections, the cheapest offer starts at 30 EUR. Check our connection pages below for all availabilities!