The cheapest and fastest trains from Malmö to Hamburg
Cheapest price
38S$
Average price
84S$
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Trains per day
60
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malmö to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malmö to Hamburg will cost around 84S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 38S$.
Of the 60 trains that leave Malmö for Hamburg every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 297 km distance in an average of 6 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 11 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.
R 1189 · ECE 11913:35 AM6h25Malmö Centralstation10:00 AMHamburg Hbf38 S$1One-way1 change
307 Snälltåget3:46 PM6h11Malmö Centralstation9:57 PMHamburg Hbf43 S$1One-way0 changes
R 1181 · IC 50113 · ICL 50015 · IC 57532:35 AM7h46Malmö Centralstation10:21 AMHamburg Hbf45 S$1One-way4 changes
1189 Öresundstågen+
ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 111713:38 AM10h43Malmö Triangeln station2:21 PMHamburg Hbf48 S$1One-way3 changes
1001 Öresundstågen+
ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 111714:08 AM10h13Malmö Triangeln station2:21 PMHamburg Hbf48 S$1One-way3 changes
R 1323 · ECE 3936:59 AM5h56Malmö Centralstation12:55 PMHamburg Hbf106 S$1One-way1 change
R 1007 · RJ 3834:52 AM5h56Malmö Centralstation10:48 AMHamburg Altona104 S$1One-way1 change
R 1039 · RJ 3858:50 AM5h58Malmö Centralstation2:48 PMHamburg Altona116 S$1One-way1 change
307 Snälltåget3:46 PM6h11Malmö Centralstation9:57 PMHamburg Hbf43 S$1One-way0 changes
R 1071 · ECE 39712:50 PM6h11Malmö Centralstation7:01 PMHamburg Hbf94 S$1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Malmö to Hamburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malmö to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 26S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 26S$, and a ferry costs an average of 26S$.
Distance: 297 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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52S$ Average Price | 48S$ Average Price Cheapest | 79S$ Average Price |
6h 56m Average total duration Fastest 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 11m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Malmö to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Malmö to Hamburg trains for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 1097 · ICL 50067 · ECE 1199 | On time 4:05 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h51 | 10:56 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 1105 · ICL 50071 · IC 5767 · 11191 | 5:05 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h22 | 12:27 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 1145 · RJ 387 | On time 10:05 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h43 | 4:48 AM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
| Tuesday, 30 June | |||||
1165 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1191 | On time 12:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 9h22 | 10:00 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1165 Öresundstågen+ RJ 383 | On time 12:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 10h50 | 11:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1165 Öresundstågen+ ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 12:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 13h43 | 2:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
1241 Pågatåg+ 1165 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1191 | On time 12:41 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 9h19 | 10:00 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
1241 Pågatåg+ 1165 Öresundstågen+ ICL 50031 · IC 5757 | 12:41 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 13h40 | 2:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
1177 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 | On time 1:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 13h50 | 3:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1177 Öresundstågen+ RJ 383 · S1 | 1:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 9h35 | 11:13 AM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 2 changes | |
1177 Öresundstågen+ RJ 383 | On time 1:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 9h50 | 11:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1177 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1191 | On time 1:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 8h22 | 10:00 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1177 Öresundstågen+ ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 1:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 12h43 | 2:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
1177 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 · S1 | 1:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 13h31 | 3:09 PM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 2 changes | |
R 1181 · IC 50113 · ICL 50015 · IC 5753 | 2:35 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h46 | 10:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
1181 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 | On time 2:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 12h50 | 3:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1181 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1191 | On time 2:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 7h22 | 10:00 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1181 Öresundstågen+ RJ 383 | On time 2:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 8h50 | 11:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1181 Öresundstågen+ RJ 383 · S1 | 2:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 8h35 | 11:13 AM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 2 changes | |
1181 Öresundstågen+ ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 2:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 11h43 | 2:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
1181 Öresundstågen+ ICL 50039 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 2:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 13h44 | 4:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
1181 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 · S1 | 2:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 12h31 | 3:09 PM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 2 changes | |
1181 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 | On time 2:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 12h48 | 3:26 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 1189 · ECE 1191 | On time 3:35 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h25 | 10:00 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1189 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 | On time 3:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 11h50 | 3:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1189 Öresundstågen+ RJ 383 · S1 | 3:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 7h35 | 11:13 AM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 2 changes | |
1189 Öresundstågen+ ECE 1191 | On time 3:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 6h22 | 10:00 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1189 Öresundstågen+ RJ 383 | On time 3:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 7h50 | 11:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1189 Öresundstågen+ ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 3:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 10h43 | 2:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
1189 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 · S1 | 3:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 11h31 | 3:09 PM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 2 changes | |
1189 Öresundstågen+ ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 3:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 14h44 | 6:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
1189 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 | On time 3:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 11h48 | 3:26 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1189 Öresundstågen+ ECE 395 | On time 3:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 13h17 | 4:55 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1001 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 | On time 4:08 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 11h20 | 3:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1001 Öresundstågen+ RJ 383 | On time 4:08 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 7h20 | 11:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1001 Öresundstågen+ RJ 383 · S1 | 4:08 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 7h05 | 11:13 AM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 2 changes | |
1001 Öresundstågen+ ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 4:08 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 10h13 | 2:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
1001 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 · S1 | 4:08 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 11h01 | 3:09 PM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 2 changes | |
1001 Öresundstågen+ ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 4:08 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 14h14 | 6:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
1001 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 | On time 4:08 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 11h18 | 3:26 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1001 Öresundstågen+ ECE 395 | On time 4:08 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 12h47 | 4:55 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1005 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 | On time 4:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 10h50 | 3:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1005 Öresundstågen+ RJ 383 | On time 4:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 6h50 | 11:28 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1005 Öresundstågen+ RJ 383 · S1 | 4:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 6h35 | 11:13 AM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 2 changes | |
1005 Öresundstågen+ ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 4:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 9h43 | 2:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
1005 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 · S1 | 4:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 10h31 | 3:09 PM Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) | 2 changes | |
1005 Öresundstågen+ ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 4:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 13h44 | 6:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
1005 Öresundstågen+ RJ 385 | On time 4:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 10h48 | 3:26 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
1005 Öresundstågen+ ECE 395 | On time 4:38 AM Malmö Triangeln station | 12h17 | 4:55 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 1007 · RJ 383 | On time 4:52 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h56 | 10:48 AM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 1009 · ICL 50023 · IC 5755 · 11167 | 5:05 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h17 | 12:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 1323 · ECE 393 | On time 6:59 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h56 | 12:55 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 1025 · ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 | 7:05 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h16 | 2:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 1039 · RJ 385 | On time 8:50 AM Malmö Centralstation | 5h58 | 2:48 PM Hamburg Altona | 1 change | |
R 1041 · ICL 50039 · IC 5759 · 11175 | 9:05 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h17 | 4:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 1053 · ECE 395 | On time 10:35 AM Malmö Centralstation | 6h20 | 4:55 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 1057 · ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 11:05 AM Malmö Centralstation | 7h17 | 6:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 1071 · ECE 397 | On time 12:50 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h11 | 7:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 1073 · ICL 50055 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 1:05 PM Malmö Centralstation | 7h17 | 8:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 1087 · ECE 399 | On time 2:50 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h11 | 9:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
307 Snälltåget | 3:46 PM Malmö Centralstation | 6h11 | 9:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Malmö to Hamburg
Trains from Malmö to Hamburg run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 37S$ but you can travel from only 26S$ by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price 37S$ |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SJ, Snälltåget, Sylt Shuttle Plus, Oresundstag from Malmö to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, SJ, Snälltåget, Sylt Shuttle Plus, Oresundstag trains will get you between Malmö and Hamburg from 26S$. 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.
SJ
Snälltåget
Sylt Shuttle Plus
Oresundstag
FAQs: Malmö to Hamburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malmö 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 Malmö and Hamburg
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code. Max storage time 7 days
- Bistro Royal
- Burger King
- Chao Oriental Express
- Espresso House
- O'Leary's
- Sliders & Shakes
- Woso Sushi
- Subway
- Sofra
- Spazio
- & many more
- Accessible entrances to the station are via the so-called Glashallen on the north side. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee
- Hotel Duxiana Malmo
- Moment Hotels
- Mayfair Hotel Tunneln
- Mon - Fri: 09:15 - 17:15
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 31, 32, 35
- Train lines: City Tunnel, Øresund Line, Southern Main Line, West Coast Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Hyllie Boulevard
- Restaurant Nilsson's
- Skybar & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- SEK 5
- Best Western Malmo Arena Hotel
- Quality Hotel View
- Malmö Arena Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Malmö Central and Copenhagen
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Öresundståg
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the nearby streets
- Restaurant Atmosfär
- Kin Long Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance
- SEK 10
- Scandic Triangeln
- Elite Plaza Hotel Malmö
- Clarion Hotel Malmö Live
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Öresundståg
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- The station has luggage lockers
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
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