The cheapest and fastest trains from Kolding to Hamburg
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- $35
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- $60
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 2 h 33 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 2 h 45 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 15
- Distance
- 216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kolding to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kolding to Hamburg will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $35.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 15 trains from Kolding to Hamburg, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.
ECE 3952:15 PM 2h58 Kolding Station 5:13 PM Hamburg Hbf $35 1 One-way 0 changes
ECE 3974:15 PM 2h46 Kolding Station 7:01 PM Hamburg Hbf $35 1 One-way 0 changes
IC 5755 · 111678:43 AM 3h39 Kolding Station 12:22 PM Hamburg Hbf $41 1 One-way 1 change
IC 5763 · 111834:43 PM 3h39 Kolding Station 8:22 PM Hamburg Hbf $42 1 One-way 1 change
IC 5767 · 11191 · 112918:43 PM 3h38 Kolding Station 12:21 AM Hamburg Hbf $42 1 One-way 2 changes
RJ 3838:15 AM 2h33 Kolding Station 10:48 AM Hamburg Altona $75 1 One-way 0 changes
RJ 38512:15 PM 2h33 Kolding Station 2:48 PM Hamburg Altona $75 1 One-way 0 changes
ECE 3974:15 PM 2h46 Kolding Station 7:01 PM Hamburg Hbf $35 1 One-way 0 changes
ECE 39310:15 AM 2h53 Kolding Station 1:08 PM Hamburg Hbf $75 1 One-way 0 changes
ECE 3952:15 PM 2h58 Kolding Station 5:13 PM Hamburg Hbf $35 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Kolding to Hamburg
Trains from Kolding to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 but you can travel from only $15 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Kolding to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Kolding to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 855 · R 5073+ 5733+ 11035 | 4:48 PM Kolding Station | 4h34 | 9:22 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 changes | |
IC 5767 · 11191 · 11291 | On time 8:43 PM Kolding Station | 3h38 | 12:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
RJ 383 | On time 8:15 AM Kolding Station | 2h33 | 10:48 AM Hamburg Altona | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 383 · 11167 | On time 8:15 AM Kolding Station | 4h01 | 12:16 PM Hamburg Dammtor | 1 change | |
RJ 383 · 11169 | On time 8:15 AM Kolding Station | 5h01 | 1:16 PM Hamburg Dammtor | 1 change | |
IC 5755 · 11167 | On time 8:43 AM Kolding Station | 3h39 | 12:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 5755 · 11167 · 11169 | On time 8:43 AM Kolding Station | 4h33 | 1:16 PM Hamburg Dammtor | 2 changes | |
ECE 393 | On time 10:15 AM Kolding Station | 2h53 | 1:08 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 5757 · 11171 | On time 10:43 AM Kolding Station | 3h39 | 2:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 385 | On time 12:15 PM Kolding Station | 2h33 | 2:48 PM Hamburg Altona | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 5759 · 11175 | On time 12:43 PM Kolding Station | 3h39 | 4:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ECE 395 | On time 2:15 PM Kolding Station | 2h58 | 5:13 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 5761 · 11179 | On time 2:43 PM Kolding Station | 3h39 | 6:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ECE 397 | On time 4:15 PM Kolding Station | 2h46 | 7:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 5763 · 11183 | On time 4:43 PM Kolding Station | 3h39 | 8:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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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.
Snälltåget
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Kolding and Hamburg
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Kolding to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kolding 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 Kolding and Hamburg
Most Kolding to Hamburg trains use the Kolding to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Kolding and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kolding station do trains to Hamburg leave from?
Getting to Kolding from Kolding city centre
Kolding train station facilities and services
Kolding has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Valdemar, Stay Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kolding. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kolding. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kolding: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kolding: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kolding: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Kolding, Hotel Koldingfjord, Comwell Kolding.
Getting to Kolding, Banegårdspladsen / Slotsalle (togbus) from Kolding city centre
Kolding, Banegårdspladsen / Slotsalle (togbus) train station facilities and services
Kolding, Banegårdspladsen / Slotsalle (togbus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several restaurants and cafes available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kolding, Banegårdspladsen / Slotsalle (togbus).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kolding, Banegårdspladsen / Slotsalle (togbus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kolding, Banegårdspladsen / Slotsalle (togbus): The station is fully accessible with ramps and elevators.
Which Hamburg station do trains from Kolding 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-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.
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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