Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RB,RE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf

Showing times and prices for Jun 14

Cheapest price

$41

Average price

$88

Fastest journey

4 h 31 m

Average duration

4 h 39 m

Trains per day

Distance

356 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 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 Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) for Hamburg Hbf on Sat, Jun 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 356 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 31 m .

On Sat, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 4 h 51 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.

03:23AM4h51

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

08:14AMHamburg Hbf

$411One-way

0 transfers

07:23AM4h36

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

11:59AMHamburg Hbf

$1081One-way

0 transfers

06:43AM4h31

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

11:14AMHamburg Hbf

$1151One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 4m.

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€61 Average price	€28 Average price Cheapest	€243 Average price
5h 12m Average duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 38m Average duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 4m Average duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf

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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $14 (€11)

Distance

221 miles (356 km)

Average train duration

4h 42m

Cheapest ticket price

$26 (€21)

Trains per day

Fastest train

4h 21m

First train

03:23

Last train

21:48

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $14 (€11)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and National Express from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf trains

Travel between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Hamburg Hbf from $41 (€33) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn and National Express! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Hamburg Hbf. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Train information from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 4 h 26 min
Cheapest Price: $41
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 6 a day

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance train company operating over 550 trains per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates train services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express trains have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most trains come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your train between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Hamburg Hbf, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf train information with National Express:

Average Duration: 4 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: $121
National Express frequency: 11 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf

FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf.

Cheap train tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf can start from as little as $26 (€21) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf is $80 (€65); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf is on average 4 h 8 min for the 221 mile (356 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Hamburg Hbf from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 6: 23 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 9: 48 PM.

There are 15 trains a day from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn or National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to Hamburg Hbf from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 48 PM.

A trip to Hamburg Hbf from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 8 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf is July.

You have options as you can travel from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Hbf 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.