The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
339 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf Hbf 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 Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 15 trains that leave Düsseldorf Hbf for Hamburg Hbf on Mon, Aug 03, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 339 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 3 h 41 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.
ICE 2085:34 AM3h41Düsseldorf Hbf9:15 AMHamburg Hbf$491One-way0 transfers
ICE 2001:34 PM3h41Düsseldorf Hbf5:15 PMHamburg Hbf$611One-way0 transfers
ICE 6186:20 AM4h01Düsseldorf Hbf10:21 AMHamburg Hbf$611One-way0 transfers
ICE 1020+
8212612:33 PM3h32Düsseldorf Hbf4:05 PMHamburg Hbf$741One-way1 transfer
ICE 1520+
821344:28 PM3h37Düsseldorf Hbf8:05 PMHamburg Hbf$741One-way1 transfer
ICE 1020+
8212612:33 PM3h32Düsseldorf Hbf4:05 PMHamburg Hbf$741One-way1 transfer
ICE 1520+
821344:28 PM3h37Düsseldorf Hbf8:05 PMHamburg Hbf$741One-way1 transfer
ICE 2049:34 AM3h41Düsseldorf Hbf1:15 PMHamburg Hbf$981One-way0 transfers
ICE 2001:34 PM3h41Düsseldorf Hbf5:15 PMHamburg Hbf$611One-way0 transfers
ICE 2067:34 AM3h41Düsseldorf Hbf11:15 AMHamburg Hbf$861One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf Hbf 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 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $86.
Distance: 210 miles (339 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$62 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $268 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $62 (€50).
A bus is $236 (€192) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $268 (€218).
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 44m.
Bus takes on average 5h 11m.
The journey is about 21m faster (3h 44m by train vs 4h 5m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($62 (€50) vs $66 (€53)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 618 | Delayed 4:20 AM 6:34 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 3h41 | 8:21 AM 8:21 AMHamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 108 | Delayed 1:36 PM 3:34 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 3h41 | 7:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1520+ 82134 | On time 4:28 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h37 | 8:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 228 · ICE 518 | On time 4:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h42 | 8:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 | Delayed 3:44 PM 5:34 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 3h41 | 9:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 28 · ICE 516 | On time 6:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h42 | 10:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 104 | On time 7:34 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h42 | 11:16 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26833 · ICE 514 | On time 8:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h53 | 12:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 3 | |||||
ICE 208 | On time 5:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h41 | 9:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 618 | 6:20 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h01 | 10:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 206 | On time 7:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h41 | 11:15 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26809 · ICE 616 | On time 8:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h53 | 12:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1036+ 82120 | On time 9:08 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h57 | 1:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 204 | On time 9:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h41 | 1:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26813 · ICE 614 | On time 10:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h53 | 2:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1020+ 82126 | On time 12:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h32 | 4:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1032+ 82128 | On time 1:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h57 | 5:05 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 200 | On time 1:34 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h41 | 5:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 926 · ICE 610 | On time 2:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h42 | 6:15 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 210 miles (339 km) distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 210 miles (339 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 12:32 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Düsseldorf Hbf and Hamburg Hbf from $18 (€15). 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)
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf Hbf 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 Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Most Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf Hbf and Hamburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
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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