The cheapest and fastest trains from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
€135
Average price
€135
Fastest journey
5 h 21 m
Average duration
5 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf will cost around €135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €135.
Of the 1 trains that leave Aachen-Rothe Erde station for Hamburg Hbf on Sat, Aug 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 22 the direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 21 m .
On Sat, Aug 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 21 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.
7:54 AM5h21Aachen-Rothe Erde station1:15 PMHamburg Hbf€1351One-way0 transfers
7:54 AM5h21Aachen-Rothe Erde station1:15 PMHamburg Hbf€1351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €90.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€89 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €195 Average price | €71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf costing on average €89.
A bus is €151 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf costing on average €195.
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 9m.
Bus takes on average 10h 43m.
Tickets start at around €89 compared to roughly €71 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-18.18. The journey takes 5h 9m versus 4h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:54 AM Aachen-Rothe Erde station | 5h21 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:54, the last at 07:54. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 6:54 AM |
Last train 7:54 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Aachen-Rothe Erde station and Hamburg Hbf from €26. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf
Most Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Aachen Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Aachen-Rothe Erde station and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Aachen-Rothe Erde from Aachen city centre
Aachen-Rothe Erde is 2 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen-Rothe Erde train station facilities and services
Aachen-Rothe Erde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Eiscafé am Elsassplatz, Kennedy Grill, Közde Kebap, Imbiss & Kneipe, Zeppelin Eck
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. ATMs are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Information desks are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
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.
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