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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Internationally respected art museum with major works from medieval altarpieces to modern masters. Essential for art lovers in Hamburg.
Cheapest price on Oct 14
€37
Average ticket price on Oct 14
€88
Fastest journey on Oct 14
3 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Oct 14
3 h 34 m
Trains on Oct 14
17
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Hamburg will cost around €88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
On Wed, Oct 14, we found 17 trains from Dresden to Hamburg, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 14 the direct trains cover the 378 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
On Wed, Oct 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 43 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.
FlixBus+
FlixTrain
IC 2178 · 18517 · ICE 2500
STR 10 · S1 · IC 2178 · 18517
STR 7 · IC 2178 · 18517 · ICE 2500
S1 · IC 2270 · 18513 · ICE 2510
RJ 384
RJ 382
RJ 870
RJ 178
STR 7 · RJ 384Trains from Dresden to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 234 miles (378 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 234 miles (378 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Dresden to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
STR 11 · 16500 · ICE 606 | On time 3:41 AM Dresden | 5h43 | 9:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
16500 · ICE 606 | On time 4:15 AM Dresden Hbf | 5h09 | 9:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 6:00 AM Dresden, Bf Neustadt | 6h21 | 12:21 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
STR 7 · RJ 870 | On time 6:41 AM Dresden | 3h43 | 10:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 870 | On time 6:53 AM Dresden Hbf | 3h31 | 10:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10 · S1 · IC 2272 · 18509 | On time 7:26 AM Dresden | 4h44 | 12:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
S1 · IC 2272 · 18509 · ICE 2504 | On time 7:30 AM Dresden Hbf | 4h40 | 12:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
STR 7 · RJ 384 | On time 8:41 AM Dresden | 3h43 | 12:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 384 | On time 8:53 AM Dresden Hbf | 3h31 | 12:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 10 · S1 · IC 2270 · 18513 | On time 9:26 AM Dresden | 4h44 | 2:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
S1 · IC 2270 · 18513 · ICE 2510 | On time 9:30 AM Dresden Hbf | 4h40 | 2:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
STR 7 · RJ 178 | On time 10:41 AM Dresden | 3h44 | 2:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 178 | On time 10:53 AM Dresden Hbf | 3h32 | 2:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 7 · IC 2178 · 18517 · ICE 2500 | On time 11:21 AM Dresden | 4h49 | 4:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
STR 10 · S1 · IC 2178 · 18517 | On time 11:26 AM Dresden | 4h44 | 4:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 2178 · 18517 · ICE 2500 | On time 11:35 AM Dresden Hbf | 4h35 | 4:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 382 | On time 12:53 PM Dresden Hbf | 3h31 | 4:24 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Historic lakeside promenade and central square, ideal for people-watching, shopping, and views over the Inner Alster and city skyline.
Harborfront district with piers, ferries, and fish market atmosphere. A lively base for boat trips and classic views of the port.
Lakeside quarter around the Outer Alster, popular for strolling, sailing views, and elegant residential scenery close to the city center.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dresden to Hamburg 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dresden to Hamburg trains use the Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Dresden and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dresden Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Hauptbahnhof 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 options include: Burger King, asiagourmet, dean&david, Hot Dog King, Starbucks, Subway, BABA Döner, Marché, backWERK, Ditsch, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Hauptbahnhof: Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kipping, Pullman Dresden Newa, IntercityHotel Dresden.
Dresden-Neustadt is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden-Neustadt 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 options include: ElbUferei, Raskolnikoff, Byblos, Kantine No. 2
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden-Neustadt. ATMs are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden-Neustadt. Information desks are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden-Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden-Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden-Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden-Neustadt.
Nearby hotels include Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden, Rothenburger Hof, Mezcalero, Villa Romantika.
Dresden Freiberger Straße is 1 km from Dresden city centre. Public transport options include:
Dresden Freiberger Straße 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 options include: BrennNessel, VG Bistro, Antalya, Dix-Diner
Wi-Fi is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. ATMs are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. Information desks are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Luggage storage is available at Dresden Freiberger Straße. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dresden Freiberger Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dresden Freiberger Straße: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dresden Freiberger Straße.
Nearby hotels include Achat Hotel Dresden, Elbflorenz, Artis, Motel One Dresden am Zwinger.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
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 storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona 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 options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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