Night train from Munich to Hamburg starting at 24 EUR
There currently are a variety of options to travel by night train from Munich (Germany) to Hamburg (Germany), taking between approximately 8 and 12 hours: Namely the ICE 618, the NJ 492, the NJ 40420, the ICE 1080 and the NOX 1790. 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?
While seats are only for the bravest, couchettes, Mini Cabins, and sleepers offer a more comfortable journey. The couchettes usually feature simple and rather narrow berths, while the Mini Cabin provides a compact private space for one person. Two adjacent Mini Cabins can be combined for couples. Sleepers boast beds with duvets and pillows 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
From 23 March 2027, Nox runs a night train between Hamburg and Munich, stopping in Bremen and Augsburg, three times a week in each direction.
What is the Nox Suite?
Every seat on the train is a Nox Suite: a reclining seat with privacy wings, a reading lamp and a small table, in an open-plan car.
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 24 EUR. Check our connection pages below for all availabilities!