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Holstentor Museum
Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Celle to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Celle to Lübeck will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
It's difficult to get from Celle to Lübeck without transferring at least once.
ICE 1080+
21146
ICE 1686+
21148
ICE 778+
21110
ICE 576 · 11434
ICE 578 · 11430
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ICE 776 · 11414
ICE 774 · 11418
ICE 772 · 11422Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Celle to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 89 miles (144 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (1h 46m by train vs 2h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $33 (€27) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Celle to Lübeck trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1080 · 11406 | Delayed 3:31 AM 5:47 AMCelle station | 2h05 | 7:52 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
82848+ 81604+ 21144 | 1:06 AM Celle station | 5h26 | 6:32 AM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1686+ 21148 | On time 6:46 AM Celle station | 2h06 | 8:52 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 778+ 21110 | On time 7:28 AM Celle station | 2h24 | 9:52 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
82114+ 21112+ 82864 | 8:08 AM Celle station | 2h44 | 10:52 AM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 776 · 11414 | On time 9:29 AM Celle station | 2h23 | 11:52 AM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21116+ 82868 | 10:08 AM Celle station | 2h44 | 12:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 774 · 11418 | On time 11:29 AM Celle station | 2h23 | 1:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
21120+ 82872 | 12:08 PM Celle station | 2h44 | 2:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Celle to Lübeck run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 89 miles (144 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 89 miles (144 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 9:10 PM |
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Discover the best of Lübeck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lübeck trip today.
Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.
Outstanding museum on Hanseatic trade and Lübeck's global medieval role, housed in a former monastery. Rich exhibits make it a top cultural stop.
Celebrates Nobel Prize winner Thomas Mann and his literary family in a historic townhouse. Excellent for literature, politics, and local culture.
UNESCO-listed island old town with lanes, courtyards, churches, and merchant houses. The essential area for walking and experiencing Lübeck's character.
Historic main street lined with gabled houses, shops, and key sights. Ideal for an introductory stroll through the heart of the city.
Elegant square in front of the town hall and St. Mary's Church. A central meeting point with impressive Gothic architecture all around.
Sweet almond marzipan from Lübeck, protected by PGI status and famed for its high almond content. The city's best-known traditional specialty.
Marzipan-coated pastry or cake, common in Lübeck cafés and bakeries. It reflects the city's long confectionery tradition.
Pan-fried Baltic herring, often served with potatoes or onion sauce. A classic North German fish dish tied to Lübeck's Hanseatic port history.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for modern tasting menus and polished service in Lübeck's old town.
Historic tavern serving North German classics and local fish in a traditional Hanseatic setting near the old town center.
Historic café and confectionery famous for Lübeck marzipan, cakes, and coffee. A classic stop for the city's signature sweet.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transit is reasonable, and old-town tourist areas cost a bit more.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Lübeck Hbf -> Holstentorplatz, Lübeck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Celle to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Celle to Lübeck trains use the Celle to Lübeck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Use this guide to compare Celle and Lübeck train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Celle is 1 km from Celle city centre. Public transport options include:
Celle 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: Zimmermann, Cafe Frau Amboss, Döner Treff, Cappuccino-Bar
Wi-Fi is available at Celle. ATMs are available at Celle.
Ticket office support is available at Celle. Information desks are available at Celle.
Luggage storage is available at Celle. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Celle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Celle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Celle.
Nearby hotels include Hesse Hotel, Althoff Hotel Fürstenhof Celle.
Lübeck Hbf is 1 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck 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: MyWaffel, McDonald's, Cafe Maret, Café Brazil
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck Hbf. ATMs are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck Hbf. Information desks are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Nearby hotels include LIHO, Mercure, Hotel Stadt Lübeck, Hotel an der Marienkirche.
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand is 16 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand 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: TEATIME, Café Marleen, Strandoase, Ostsee Lounge
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. ATMs are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Information desks are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Nearby hotels include Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde, Atlantic Grand Hotel Travemünde, Seeschlößchen, Deutscher Kaiser.
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