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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Internationally respected art museum with major works from medieval altarpieces to modern masters. Essential for art lovers in Hamburg.
Cheapest price on Oct 16
$33
Average ticket price on Oct 16
$94
Fastest journey on Oct 16
1 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
1 h 45 m
Trains on Oct 16
39
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
On Fri, Oct 16, we found 39 trains from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg, including 34 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 16 the direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Fri, Oct 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.
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ICE 602Trains from Berlin Hbf to Hamburg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:09, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 3:09 AM |
Last train 9:32 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Hbf to Hamburg trains for today, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 2512 | On time 10:09 PM Berlin Hbf | 2h06 | 12:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, October 16 | |||||
ICE 608 | On time 5:27 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h58 | 7:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 808 | On time 6:09 AM Berlin Hbf | 2h02 | 8:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 872 | On time 6:35 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h49 | 8:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 7:24 AM Berlin Hbf | 8h11 | 3:35 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 1 transfer | |
ICE 606 | On time 7:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 9:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S15 · ICE 1274 | On time 7:57 AM Berlin Hbf | 2h14 | 10:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 8:18 AM Berlin Hbf | 2h03 | 10:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 870 | On time 8:34 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h50 | 10:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 146 | On time 9:09 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h44 | 10:53 AM Hamburg-Bergedorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 604 | On time 9:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 11:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2504 | On time 10:09 AM Berlin Hbf | 2h01 | 12:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 10:18 AM Berlin Hbf | 2h03 | 12:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 384 | On time 10:34 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h50 | 12:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 144 | On time 11:09 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h45 | 12:54 PM Hamburg-Bergedorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:19 AM Berlin Hbf | 9h21 | 8:40 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 1 transfer | |
ICE 602 | On time 11:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 1:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2510 | On time 12:09 PM Berlin Hbf | 2h01 | 2:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:18 PM Berlin Hbf | 2h03 | 2:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 178 | On time 12:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h51 | 2:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 600 | On time 1:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 3:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2500 | On time 2:09 PM Berlin Hbf | 2h01 | 4:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 2:18 PM Berlin Hbf | 2h03 | 4:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 382 | On time 2:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h50 | 4:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 140 | On time 3:09 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h44 | 4:53 PM Hamburg-Bergedorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:19 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h31 | 11:50 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport | 1 transfer | |
ICE 508 | On time 3:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 5:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1206 | On time 4:09 PM Berlin Hbf | 2h01 | 6:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 4:18 PM Berlin Hbf | 2h03 | 6:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 176 | On time 4:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h51 | 6:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 506 | On time 5:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h48 | 7:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2506 | On time 6:11 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h59 | 8:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 6:18 PM Berlin Hbf | 2h03 | 8:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 174 | On time 6:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h51 | 8:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 504 | On time 7:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 1h47 | 9:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 90 | On time 8:09 PM Berlin Hbf | 2h01 | 10:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 8:18 PM Berlin Hbf | 2h03 | 10:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 172 | On time 8:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 2h08 | 10:42 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Hamburg Hbf -> Hamburg City Center (Rathausmarkt)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Hbf 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.

Most Berlin Hbf to Hamburg trains use the Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Berlin Hbf and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
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 storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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