The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
4 h 8 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
356 km
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 $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
It's difficult to get from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf without transferring at least once.
33609 · ICE 10283:50 AM4h28Cologne Messe/Deutz8:18 AMHamburg Hbf$411One-way1 transfer
S19 · ICE 2084:57 AM4h18Cologne Messe/Deutz9:15 AMHamburg Hbf$481One-way1 transfer
17305 · ICE 2214 · ICE 2085:02 AM4h13Cologne Messe/Deutz9:15 AMHamburg Hbf$481One-way2 transfers
S6 · ICE 6186:01 AM4h14Cologne Messe/Deutz10:15 AMHamburg Hbf$541One-way1 transfer
S6 · ICE 5148:01 PM4h14Cologne Messe/Deutz12:15 AMHamburg Hbf$541One-way1 transfer
10433 · ICE 1520+
821343:57 PM4h08Cologne Messe/Deutz8:05 PMHamburg Hbf$711One-way2 transfers
17305 · ICE 2214 · ICE 2085:02 AM4h13Cologne Messe/Deutz9:15 AMHamburg Hbf$481One-way2 transfers
S6 · ICE 6186:01 AM4h14Cologne Messe/Deutz10:15 AMHamburg Hbf$541One-way1 transfer
S6 · ICE 2049:01 AM4h14Cologne Messe/Deutz1:15 PMHamburg Hbf$781One-way1 transfer
S6 · ICE 2067:01 AM4h14Cologne Messe/Deutz11:15 AMHamburg Hbf$721One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, 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 $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $251.
Distance: 221 miles (356 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $525 Average price | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $42.
A bus is $498 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $525.
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 8m.
Bus takes on average 4h 13m.
Tickets start at around $42 compared to roughly $77 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34. The journey takes 4h 8m versus 4h 6m 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S6 · ICE 614 | 10:01 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 2:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 202 | On time 11:01 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 3:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
17414 · ICE 859 · ICE 880+ 82126 | 11:24 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h41 | 4:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S6 · ICE 612 | 12:01 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 4:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10914 · ICE 1032+ 82128 | 12:34 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h31 | 5:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S6 · ICE 200 | On time 1:01 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 5:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
17418 · ICE 951 · ICE 788+ 82130 | 1:24 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h41 | 6:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S6 · ICE 610 | 2:01 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 6:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 651 · ICE 588+ 82132 | 2:41 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h24 | 7:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S6 · ICE 108 | On time 3:01 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 7:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
10433 · ICE 1520+ 82134 | 3:57 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h08 | 8:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S6 · ICE 518 | On time 4:01 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 8:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 106 | On time 5:01 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 9:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
17426 · ICE 955 · ICE 784+ 82138 | 5:24 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h41 | 10:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S6 · ICE 516 | On time 6:01 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 10:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 104 | On time 7:01 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h15 | 11:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 514 | On time 8:01 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 12:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S11 · ICE 657 · 4440+ 81906 | 8:31 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 9h54 | 6:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S11 · ICE 1541 · ICE 1080 | On time 11:11 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 7h31 | 6:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
33609 · ICE 1028 | On time 3:50 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h28 | 8:18 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S19 · ICE 208 | On time 4:57 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h18 | 9:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
17305 · ICE 2214 · ICE 208 | On time 5:02 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h13 | 9:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
17402 · ICE 843 · ICE 888+ 82114 | 5:24 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h41 | 10:05 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S6 · ICE 618 | On time 6:01 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 10:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 206 | On time 7:01 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 11:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 616 | On time 8:01 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 12:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1014 · ICE 1036+ 82120 | On time 8:32 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h33 | 1:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S6 · ICE 204 | On time 9:01 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h14 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 but you can travel from only $18 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 221 miles (356 km) distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 221 miles (356 km) |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 12:50 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Cologne Messe/Deutz and Hamburg Hbf from $18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Messe/Deutz 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf
Most Cologne Messe/Deutz to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Messe/Deutz and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz 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: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
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