The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Süd to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Süd 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 Süd to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cologne Süd for Hamburg Hbf on Tue, Feb 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 03 the direct trains cover the 359 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Tue, Feb 03 the slowest trains will take 4 h 50 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne Süd to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne Süd to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €130.
Distance: 223 miles (359 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€79 Average price | €457 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cologne Süd to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Süd to Hamburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 AM Cologne Süd | 4h50 | 4:50 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:54 AM Cologne Süd | 4h20 | 11:14 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Süd to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Cologne Süd to Hamburg Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€64) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:54, the last at 07:54. The fastest train covers the 223 miles (359 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 223 miles (359 km) |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€64) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 06:54 |
Last train 07:54 |
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Süd to Hamburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Süd 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 Süd to Hamburg Hbf
- Subway
- Ganesha
- Magnus
- Borsalino
- Hotel Chelsea
- Hotel Mado
- Elite Hotel
- Blacksheep Hostel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
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