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Miniatur Wunderland
World-famous model railway and miniature world in Speicherstadt, known for extraordinary detail and broad appeal to adults and children.
Cheapest price
$149
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
8 h 41 m
Average duration
9 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
757 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern Hauptbahnhof 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 Bern Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $149.
It's difficult to get from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf without transferring at least once.
IC 960 · ICE 200 · ICE 770
IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 578
IC 612 · ICE 6
IC 960 · ICE 200
IC 964 · ICE 108
IC 612 · ICE 6
IC 960 · ICE 200 · ICE 770
IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 578
IC 960 · ICE 200
IC 964 · ICE 108Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $50.
Distance: 470 miles (757 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$107 Average price | $171 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $253 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 15m Average total duration 14h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $107 (€87).
A bus is $102 (€84) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $171 (€140).
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 47m.
Bus takes on average 14h 45m.
Tickets start at around $107 (€87) compared to roughly $253 (€207) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $146 (€120). The journey takes 8h 47m versus 8h 10m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Bern Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 960 · ICE 200 · ICE 770 | On time 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 9h10 | 5:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 960 · ICE 200 | On time 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 9h28 | 5:32 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 612 · ICE 6 | On time 9:33 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 8h41 | 6:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 578 | On time 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 9h10 | 7:14 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 964 · ICE 108 | On time 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 9h28 | 7:32 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Bern Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€55) but you can travel from only $50 (€41) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 470 miles (757 km) distance in 7h 56m.
Distance 470 miles (757 km) |
Average train duration 8h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€55) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 7h 56m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 10:36 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern Hauptbahnhof 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.

Most Bern Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Bern Hauptbahnhof and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
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-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.
Hamburg-Bergedorf is 15 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Bergedorf 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: Casa Vecchia, Burger Lounge, Il mío, Olivo
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Nearby hotels include Sachsentor, Hotel Hanseat.
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