Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf

Showing times and prices for Jul 21

Cheapest price

$71

Average price

$76

Fastest journey

4 h

Average duration

4 h 21 m

Trains per day

Distance

356 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Cologne Messe/Deutz for Hamburg Hbf on Mon, Jul 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 21 the direct trains cover the 356 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .

On Mon, Jul 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 42 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.

12:08AM4h42

Cologne Messe/Deutz

04:50AMHamburg Hbf

$711One-way

0 transfers

08:14AM4h00

Cologne Messe/Deutz

12:14PMHamburg Hbf

$821One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €20.

Distance: 221 miles (356 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€74 Average price	€25 Average price Cheapest
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Overview: Train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf

Germany

Trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) 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 $12 (€10)

Distance

221 miles (356 km)

Average train duration

4h 8m

Cheapest ticket price

$25 (€20)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

3h 38m

First train

02:03

Last train

21:53

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $12 (€10)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain and National Express from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf trains

Travel between Cologne Messe/Deutz and Hamburg Hbf from $21 (€17) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain and National Express! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: $21
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 12 a day

Flixtrain GmbH is a German railway company owned by Flixmobility. FlixTrain already connects many cities in Germany with its green trains. The trains run on 100 percent renewable energy. Onboard facilities: FlixTrain trains are equipped with air conditioning, toilets, USB and sockets and have plenty of legroom. You will find free WiFi on most trains and a range of food and drinks is available. There is a standard ticket that guarantees you a seat. You can take luggage with you free of charge, provided it can be stowed in the luggage racks. Find the current FlixTrain timetable for your journey at Omio and easily book FlixTrain train tickets online.

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 Messe/Deutz and Hamburg Hbf, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf train information with National Express:

Average Duration: 3 h 49 min
Cheapest Price: $111
National Express frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf

FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf.

Cheap train tickets from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf can start from as little as $26 (€21) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf is $70 (€57); 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 Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf is on average 3 h 47 min for the 221 mile (356 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Cologne Messe/Deutz and Hamburg Hbf by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 12: 08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf leaves at 10: 53 PM.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the journey from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain or National Express. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Cologne Messe/Deutz and Hamburg Hbf on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 53 PM.

A trip to Hamburg Hbf from Cologne Messe/Deutz is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 47 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf by train is January.

You have options as you can travel to Hamburg Hbf from Cologne Messe/Deutz 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf

Cologne

Hamburg

The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Messe/Deutz. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Messe/Deutz for your trip from Cologne to Hamburg.

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