Geneva to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Hamburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 28 Sept

Cheapest price on 28 Sept

70S$

Average ticket price on 28 Sept

149S$

Fastest journey on 28 Sept

9 h 54 m

Average journey duration on 28 Sept

9 h 54 m

Trains on 28 Sept

37

Distance

865 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Geneva to Hamburg will cost around 149S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 70S$.

Fast trains

To travel from Geneva to Hamburg you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 735 · IC 1637 · IC 60402 · ICE 778
    7:35 PM12h55
    Geneva station
    8:30 AMHamburg Hbf
    70 S$1One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIR 1835 · IC 539 · IR 1885 · IC 60402
    8:05 PM12h25
    Geneva station
    8:30 AMHamburg Hbf
    70 S$1One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 737 · IC 646 · ICE 76
    8:35 PM14h54
    Geneva station
    11:29 AMHamburg Hbf
    78 S$1One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnRE 18489 · IC 543 · IC 696 · ICE 76
    9:38 PM13h51
    Geneva station
    11:29 AMHamburg Hbf
    78 S$1One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIR 1741 · IC 1643 · IC 1605 · ECE 8
    10:19 PM15h10
    Geneva station
    1:29 PMHamburg Hbf
    78 S$1One-way
    3 changes

Live departures

Geneva to Hamburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Hamburg trains for today, Sunday, 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain8:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière
22h16
6:21 PM Hamburg Hbf2 changes
Monday, 28 September
Deutsche BahnRE 18441 · IR 2505 · IC 956 · ICE 202
On time
12:27 AM Geneva station
14h02
2:29 PM Hamburg Hbf
6 changes
Deutsche BahnRE 18441 · IR 2505 · IC 956 · ICE 202
On time
12:27 AM Geneva station
14h02
2:29 PM Hamburg Hbf
4 changes
Deutsche BahnRE 18441 · IR 2505 · IC 956 · ICE 202
On time
12:27 AM Geneva station
14h48
3:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain1:25 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière
16h56
6:21 PM Hamburg Hbf1 change
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain1:25 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière
16h56
6:21 PM Hamburg Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 707 · IC 1609 · ICE 745:33 AM Geneva station
9h56
3:29 PM Hamburg Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 2509 · IC 960 · ICE 200 · ICE 7705:54 AM Geneva station
10h35
4:29 PM Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 2509 · IC 960 · ICE 200
On time
5:54 AM Geneva station
11h21
5:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 1807 · IC 511 · IR 1857 · ICE 2006:05 AM Geneva station
10h24
4:29 PM Hamburg Hbf4 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 1807 · IC 511 · IR 1857 · ICE 200
On time
6:05 AM Geneva station
11h10
5:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 1811 · IC 515 · IR 1861 · ICE 108
On time
8:05 AM Geneva station
11h10
7:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 1811 · IC 515 · IR 1861 · ICE 1088:05 AM Geneva station
10h24
6:29 PM Hamburg Hbf4 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 715 · IC 1617 · ICE 729:35 AM Geneva station
9h54
7:29 PM Hamburg Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 2517 · ICE 106
On time
9:54 AM Geneva station
11h21
9:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnIR 2517 · ICE 106 · ICE 576
On time
9:54 AM Geneva station
10h35
8:29 PM Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 1815 · IC 519 · ICE 106 · ICE 576
On time
10:05 AM Geneva station
10h24
8:29 PM Hamburg Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 1815 · IC 519 · ICE 106
On time
10:05 AM Geneva station
11h10
9:15 PM Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 719 · IC 1621 · ECE 411:35 AM Geneva station
9h54
9:29 PM Hamburg Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 2521 · IC 972 · ICE 104
On time
11:54 AM Geneva station
11h22
11:16 PM Hamburg Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 721 · IC 1623 · EC 150 · ICE 57412:35 PM Geneva station
9h54
10:29 PM Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 723 · IC 1625 · ICE 701:35 PM Geneva station
9h54
11:29 PM Hamburg Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 2525 · IC 976 · ICE 102 · ICE 5721:54 PM Geneva station
10h36
12:30 AM Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 1823 · IC 527 · IR 1873 · ICE 1022:05 PM Geneva station
10h25
12:30 AM Hamburg Hbf4 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 725 · EC 197 · ICE 10802:35 PM Geneva station
16h07
6:42 AM Hamburg Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 2527 · IC 978 · ICE 274 · 828482:54 PM Geneva station
14h26
5:20 AM Hamburg Hbf4 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 1825 · IC 529 · IR 1875 · ICE 2743:05 PM Geneva station
14h15
5:20 AM Hamburg Hbf5 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 2529 · ICE 100 · ICE 9203:54 PM Geneva station
14h56
6:50 AM Hamburg Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 729 · IC 60409 · ICE 10804:35 PM Geneva station
14h07
6:42 AM Hamburg Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 731 · IC 60470
On time
5:31 PM Geneva station
14h22
7:53 AM Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnIR 2533 · IC 984 · IC 60409 · ICE 10805:54 PM Geneva station
12h48
6:42 AM Hamburg Hbf3 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 1831 · IC 535 · IR 1881 · IC 604096:05 PM Geneva station
12h37
6:42 AM Hamburg Hbf4 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Geneva to Hamburg

SwitzerlandSwitzerland
GermanyGermany
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Trains from Geneva to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 70S$ if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 865 km distance in 9h 4m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
865 km
Average train duration
10h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
70S$
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
9h 4m
First train
12:08 AM
Last train
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Geneva to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Geneva and Hamburg from 70S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
9h 4m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
70S$
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Geneva to Hamburg train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Geneva to Hamburg can start from as little as 70S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Geneva to Hamburg is 163S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Geneva to Hamburg is 9h 4m to travel the 865 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Geneva to Hamburg leaves at 12:08 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Geneva to Hamburg leaves at 11:45 pm.
There are 7 trains a day from Geneva to Hamburg which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Geneva to Hamburg, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Hamburg. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Geneva and Hamburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Hamburg from Geneva is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 4m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Geneva and Hamburg including taking a coach, train and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Hamburg

Most Geneva to Hamburg trains use the Genève to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Geneva
Arrival train stations in Hamburg

Which Geneva station do trains to Hamburg leave from?

Trains from Geneva to Hamburg leave from Genève. The station is 1 km from Geneva city centre at Place de Cornavin, 1201 Genève, Switzerland.
GenèvePlace de Cornavin, 1201 Genève, Switzerland+41 900 300 300WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre

Bus10, 19, 20, 3, 5 · 4m · 16S$ · every ~38 min
15 · 10m · 16S$
274 · 13m · 3S$ · every ~2 min
Tram14, 18 · 4m · 12S$ · every ~34 min

Genève train station facilities and services

Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.

Genève-AéroportRoute de l'Aéroport 21, 1215 Le Grand-Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland+41 900 300 300WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Genève-Aéroport from Geneva city centre

Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus274 · 19m · 6S$ · every ~2 min
10 · 20m · 14S$ · every ~11 min
5, 10 · 27m · 14S$ · every ~24 min

Genève-Aéroport train station facilities and services

Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.

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