Celle to Lübeck train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Celle to Lübeck

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€0.00

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€46

Fastest journey on Sep 20

1 h 55 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

1 h 55 m

Trains on Sep 20

11

Distance

144 km

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Celle to Lübeck without transferring at least once.

  • metronom
    1:40 PM3h12
    Celle
    4:52 PMLübeck
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    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    5:50 AM2h02
    Celle
    7:52 AMLübeck
    511One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    6:46 AM2h06
    Celle
    8:52 AMLübeck
    511One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    7:28 AM1h56
    Celle
    9:24 AMLübeck
    511One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    9:29 AM1h55
    Celle
    11:24 AMLübeck
    511One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train for Celle to Lübeck

Omio 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 an average ticket price of €45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €45, while a train costs an average of €45.

Distance: 89 miles (144 km)

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Driving

€45

Average price

Cheapest

€27

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 3m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 27m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Celle to Lübeck is a train with an average price of €45.
The fastest way to travel from Celle to Lübeck is by train with an average journey time of 2h 3m.
Yes, you can take a train between Celle and Lübeck.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Celle to Lübeck among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 24m sooner (2h 3m by train vs 2h 27m by car). Tickets start at around €45 compared to roughly €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.

Live departures

Celle to Lübeck train times

The table below shows live departures for Celle to Lübeck trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)11:29 PM Celle
2h23
1:52 AM Lübeck1 transfer
Sunday, September 20
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5:50 AM Celle
2h02
7:52 AM Lübeck1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6:46 AM Celle
2h06
8:52 AM Lübeck1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)7:28 AM Celle
1h56
9:24 AM Lübeck1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)9:29 AM Celle
1h55
11:24 AM Lübeck1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)11:29 AM Celle
1h55
1:24 PM Lübeck1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1:29 PM Celle
1h55
3:24 PM Lübeck1 transfer
metronom1:40 PM Celle
3h12
4:52 PM Lübeck1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Celle to Lübeck

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Trains from Celle to Lübeck run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 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 46m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
89 miles (144 km)
Average train duration
2h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
€32
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 46m
First train
12:10 AM
Last train
9:10 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom, erixx from Celle to Lübeck trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom, erixx trains will get you between Celle and Lübeck from €32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€32
Deutsche Bahn frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

metronom

About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average metronom Duration
2h 23m
Cheapest metronom Price
€47
metronom frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

erixx

About
erixx is a private train company in Germany offering rail services in Bremen and Lower Saxony in northern Germany. Founded in 2011, erixx runs six regional lines including the Heidebahn from Hanover to Buchholz as well as offering service to Wittingen, Bad Harzburg, Soltau and Wolfenbuttel. The trains are modern, comfortable and alcohol-free in order to provide a pleasant journey. The most popular journeys include Hanover to Bad Harzburg with the RE10, Bad Harzburg/Goslar to Braunschweig with the RB42/43, Braunschweig to Uelzen with the RB47, and Lueneburg to Dannenberg on the RB32.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average erixx Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest erixx Price
€47
erixx frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for cancelled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not possible on regional trains
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Lübeck

Things to do in Lübeck

Discover the best of Lübeck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lübeck trip today.

  • Must visit

Holstentor Museum

Museum inside Lübeck's famous gate, presenting the city's Hanseatic history and fortifications. Essential for context before exploring the old town.

  • Must visit

European Hansemuseum

Outstanding museum on Hanseatic trade and Lübeck's global medieval role, housed in a former monastery. Rich exhibits make it a top cultural stop.

  • Recommended

Buddenbrookhaus

Celebrates Nobel Prize winner Thomas Mann and his literary family in a historic townhouse. Excellent for literature, politics, and local culture.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transit is reasonable, and old-town tourist areas cost a bit more.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for cappuccino or similar coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.

FAQs: Trains from Celle to 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Celle to Lübeck can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €32, while the average price is around €45.
The train from Celle to Lübeck takes 1h 46m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from Celle to Lübeck is 89 miles (144 km).
The first train from Celle to Lübeck leaves at 12:10 AM.
The last train from Celle to Lübeck leaves at 9:10 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Celle to Lübeck.
There is no direct train service currently available from Celle to Lübeck.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Celle to Lübeck.
The train station in Celle that goes to Lübeck is Celle station, which connects to Lübeck Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Celle to Lübeck is by train, with a cost of around €32.
Yes, the train journey from Celle to Lübeck is scenic, as it passes through picturesque rural landscapes, charming small towns, and offers views of the lush Lower Saxony countryside and the historic architecture of northern Germany.
A day trip from Celle to Lübeck is not feasible as the travel duration is 1h 46m. However, there are 7 train connections per day for this journey covering a distance of 89 miles (144 km).
In Lübeck, you can explore the iconic Holstentor Museum to learn about the city's medieval history, visit the stunning St. Mary's Church with its astronomical clock, and wander through the charming streets of Lübeck's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the history of the Hanseatic League at the European Hansemuseum and indulge in the famous marzipan at the Niederegger Marzipan Museum. Don't miss the Lübeck Cathedral and the Buddenbrookhaus, a museum dedicated to Thomas Mann's novel "Buddenbrooks".
To fully enjoy Lübeck's medieval architecture, historical sites, and cultural experiences, 2 to 3 days are recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Celle to Lübeck.
Since both Celle and Lübeck are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Lübeck include Hamburg, Wismar, Bremen, Schwerin, Lüneburg.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Celle to Lübeck among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
In Lübeck, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the old town and near train stations. Scams involving overpriced taxi fares can occur, so it is advisable to use official taxi services or ride-hailing apps. Additionally, travelers should be aware of common safety practices such as securing personal belongings and avoiding poorly lit areas at night.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Celle to Lübeck

Most Celle to Lübeck trains use the Celle to Lübeck Hbf station pair. 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.

Departure train stations in Celle
Arrival train stations in Lübeck

Which Celle station do trains to Lübeck leave from?

Trains from Celle to Lübeck leave from Celle. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Celle city centre at Celle Pbf, Bahnhofsplatz 6, 29221 Celle.
CelleCelle Pbf, Bahnhofsplatz 6, 29221 CelleWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Celle from Celle city centre

Celle is 1 km from Celle city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus900, 800, 300, 100, 9 · 4m · every ~7 min
13, 12, 100, 900, 300, 800, 200, 5 · 5m · every ~7 min

Celle train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Zimmermann, Cafe Frau Amboss, Döner Treff, Cappuccino-Bar

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Celle. ATMs are available at Celle.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Celle. Information desks are available at Celle.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Celle. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Celle: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Celle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Celle.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hesse Hotel, Althoff Hotel Fürstenhof Celle.

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