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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Hamburg
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
36S$
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
96S$
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
3 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
3 h 36 m
Trains on 28 Sept
16
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg will cost around 96S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 36S$.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 16 trains from Düsseldorf to Hamburg, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 9202:32 AM4h18Düsseldorf Hbf6:50 AMHamburg Hbf36 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixTrain+
FlixBus4:38 PM7h12Düsseldorf Hbf11:50 PMHamburg, S Hamburg Airport40 S$1One-way1 change- FlixTrain+FlixBus12:38 PM8h02Düsseldorf Hbf8:40 PMHamburg, S Hamburg Airport41 S$1One-way1 change
- FlixTrain9:27 AM3h40Düsseldorf Hbf1:07 PMHamburg Hbf56 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixTrain9:27 AM3h28Düsseldorf Hbf12:55 PMHamburg Harburg56 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixTrain9:27 AM3h28Düsseldorf Hbf12:55 PMHamburg Harburg56 S$1One-way0 changes
- ICE 22145:38 AM3h32Düsseldorf Hbf9:10 AMHamburg Hbf96 S$1One-way0 changes
- ICE 23108:08 AM3h38Düsseldorf Hbf11:46 AMHamburg Hbf127 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixTrain9:27 AM3h40Düsseldorf Hbf1:07 PMHamburg Hbf56 S$1One-way0 changes
- ICE 2049:34 AM3h41Düsseldorf Hbf1:15 PMHamburg Hbf127 S$1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Hamburg trains for today, Sunday, 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26429 · ICE 655 · ICE 574 | Delayed 6:41 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h48 | 8:56 PM 8:56 PMHamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 645 · ICE 584 | Delayed 6:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h09 | 8:59 PM 8:59 PMHamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 104 | Delayed 5:36 PM 7:34 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 3h42 | 9:18 PM 9:18 PMHamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 947 · ICE 782 | Delayed 7:50 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h07 | 9:59 PM 9:59 PMHamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 26833 · ICE 514 | On time 8:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h53 | 12:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
26835 · IC 2349 · 82848+ 81604 | 9:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h58 | 5:20 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Monday, 28 September | |||||
| ICE 920 | On time 2:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h18 | 6:50 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1028 | On time 4:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h51 | 8:18 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S8 · ICE 551 · ICE 1536 | On time 4:30 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h29 | 8:59 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 2214 | On time 5:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h32 | 9:10 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 843 · ICE 888 | On time 5:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h07 | 9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 618 | On time 6:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h41 | 10:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 543 · ICE 686 | On time 6:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h09 | 10:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 206 | On time 7:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h41 | 11:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 2310 | On time 8:08 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h38 | 11:46 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 26809 · ICE 616 | On time 8:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h53 | 12:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 1036 | On time 9:08 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h43 | 12:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 9:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h28 | 12:55 PM Hamburg Harburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain | 9:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h40 | 1:07 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 204 | On time 9:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h41 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 12:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h02 | 8:40 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h12 | 11:50 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 12S$ if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 342 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 342 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price 12S$ |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, metronom from Düsseldorf to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, metronom trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Hamburg from 12S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
metronom
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Hamburg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Hamburg
Most Düsseldorf to Hamburg trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Hamburg leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Which Hamburg station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg-Altona from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Altona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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