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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Hamburg

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$50

Average price

$114

Fastest journey

3 h 27 m

Average duration

3 h 35 m

Trains per day

Distance

342 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Hamburg will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.

Fast trains

Of the 9 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Hamburg on Thu, Jun 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .

On Thu, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 40 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.

FlixTrain

03:27PM3h40

Düsseldorf Hbf

07:07PMHamburg Hbf

$501One-way

0 transfers

FlixTrain+ FlixBus

FlixBus

03:59PM7h56

Düsseldorf Hbf

11:55PMHamburg, S Hamburg Airport

$501One-way

1 transfer

FlixTrain

03:27PM3h27

Düsseldorf Hbf

06:54PMHamburg Harburg

$501One-way

0 transfers

FlixTrain

07:26AM3h29

Düsseldorf Hbf

10:55AMHamburg Harburg

$721One-way

0 transfers

FlixTrain

07:26AM3h42

Düsseldorf Hbf

11:08AMHamburg Hbf

$721One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€53 Average price	€33 Average price Cheapest	€239 Average price
4h 53m Average duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	10h 38m Average duration 10h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 48m Average duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions	1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Düsseldorf to Hamburg train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, June 18

Last updated at 5:35 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 28 · ICE 516	Delayed 5:39 PM 4:34 PMDüsseldorf Hbf	3h40	8:28 PM 8:28 PMHamburg Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 104	Delayed 5:49 PM 5:34 PMDüsseldorf Hbf	3h42	9:18 PM 9:18 PMHamburg Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Thursday, June 19
FlixTrain	5:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf	3h29	8:55 AM Hamburg Harburg	0 transfersDirect
FlixTrain	5:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf	3h42	9:08 AM Hamburg Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 616	On time 6:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf	3h40	10:14 AM Hamburg Hbf	0 transfersDirect
IC 2441 · ICE 206	On time 7:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf	3h40	11:14 AM Hamburg Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 1022 · ICE 614	On time 8:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf	3h40	12:14 PM Hamburg Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 547 · ICE 680	On time 8:51 AM Düsseldorf Hbf	4h04	12:55 PM Hamburg Hbf	1 transfer
FlixTrain	1:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf	3h40	5:07 PM Hamburg Hbf	0 transfersDirect
FlixTrain	1:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf	3h27	4:54 PM Hamburg Harburg	0 transfersDirect
FlixTrain+FlixBus	1:59 PM Düsseldorf Hbf	7h56	9:55 PM Hamburg, S Hamburg Airport	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Düsseldorf to Hamburg?

The best time to book your train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Düsseldorf to Hamburg route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Düsseldorf to Hamburg per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg.

Trains

from $17

Buses

from $15

Flights

from $185

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Düsseldorf to Hamburg

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Pros

Quick

Comfortable

Comfort

Cons

Unpunctual

Unhygienic

Unfortunately, the ICE was 30 minutes late. However, I quickly got a seat without a seat reservation. The wifi is very fast and free. The seats are very comfortable. Unfortunately, the sanitary facilities were very dirty and very outdated. The conductor was very friendly. It's worth it if you buy a saver ticket

Pros

beautiful view

My train arrived when it was supposed to (punctuality). I was in 1st class and it was even better than expected. I was served the whole time and the staff were very nice and asked me every now and then if I needed anything. I especially liked the food. The toilets were also clean. The wifi was also good. I can only recommend the ride as I got everything I expected and even more. Great ride!

Pros

Very hygienic

Cons

somewhat expensive

It was a great trip in 2nd class. One small negative point, and that was my ticket was a bit expensive, but it was definitely worth it in my opinion as I had very good wifi and plenty of space. I was in the large room and in the non-smoking zone. What I also liked was that they paid a lot of attention to hygiene and the toilets were clean. In addition, the services, super fast delivery were inexpensive and the food was super tasty. For all these reasons, it is a recommendable trip. In addition, the staff were very nice.

Pros

Greater

Cons

Train was too late

There was one thing I didn't like and that was the delay of the train, but it wasn't that bad. Other than that, it was a great ride. I had wifi and a power socket at my seat. My seat was very comfortable and the train was very quiet. If you needed food, you could get it. The staff were very nice and you had a lot of things to order. What I found great was that we were always told when we were arriving and so on. It was also very clean on the train and especially the toilets were very clean. I didn't have to change trains and the price-performance ratio was great. A trip that I can definitely recommend.

Pros

Drive

Cons

Nothing

I bought the tickets from Düsseldorf to Hamburg online for my friend and me, as it was quicker. Anyone who can travel with an ICE knows that these are the best trains. The wifi was free in the package and was also super strong. There were sockets at the seats and no problems there either. Of course, we had booked seats as well. The service was friendly, but the food was expensive. In between, we had to stop in the middle of the route because there were short disruptions. But we still arrived on time. So one can only be satisfied. Always happy to travel again with the ICE

Pros

It was a pleasant trip

Cons

Seats not adjustable

I had business in Hamburg. That's why I took the Flixtrain from Düsseldorf main station to Hamburg main station. The online booking was relatively easy. The journey was very pleasant. The staff on the flixtrain were extremely friendly. The entertainment on the flixtrain was very good. The only drawback was that the seats could not be adjusted. Otherwise, I can recommend the flixtrain without reservation.

Pros

Good connection nice staff

Cons

None

I found the journey in the flixtrain from Düsseldorf main station to Hamburg main station extremely pleasant. The staff as well as the train driver were very friendly. The entertainment in the train is also worth mentioning, which makes the journey not seem boring. The non-adjustable seats on the train were a little annoying. Otherwise, a great alternative to the Deutsche Bahn.

Pros

Good staff

WIFI

Comfortable seats

Cons

Nothing

I recently took the train to Hamburg to visit a friend and I was really happy that the train ride was so pleasant. The staff were very friendly and kept the toilets clean. The train arrived without delay and the comfort on the train was also great. The seats were very well upholstered and equipped with a power socket and a waste bin. There was also more than stable wifi on the train. In general, I think the price was very reasonable.

Pros

Reliability

Cons

I'm taking the train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg again. So far, the trains have always been on time. If there are delays or changes to the timetable, you are informed in good time by email. As in all the trains I've been on, the seats are a bit cramped and unfortunately cannot be adjusted. The train has free wifi with on-board entertainment and a power socket at the seat. The on-board staff have always been helpful and friendly. There is nothing to complain about the cleanliness (including the toilet). Price performance is top here!

Pros

Relaxed ride

Cons

Expensive

Friendly staff, relatively clean but too few toilets. Food and drink can be bought but very expensive. Price-performance ratio is ok, but too expensive to use it often. Seating is good and there are power sockets. However, very poor to no wifi which is a shame.

Pros

Clean

Cons

Punctuality

I generally enjoy travelling by train, but this journey exceeded all my expectations. The sanitary facilities and seats were spotlessly clean. And there was a very relaxed atmosphere. The network connection was also exceptionally good and reliable. The only thing I can criticise was that the train was about 20 minutes late. I give the journey 5 stars.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg

Germany

Trains from Düsseldorf to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.

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

Distance

211 miles (341 km)

Average train duration

4h 23m

Cheapest ticket price

$8 (€7)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 36m

First train

05:15

Last train

22:35

Price information

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from Düsseldorf to Hamburg trains

Find the best trains to Hamburg from Düsseldorf with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from $17 (€14). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

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, which you can also use for your train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg. 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. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Train information from Düsseldorf to Hamburg with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 3 h 16 min
Cheapest Price: $59
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 15 a day

FlixTrain is a German train company which is part of FlixMobility, the company who own FlixBus. Since 2018, FlixMobility has also offered the option of train travel to some of the largest German cities like Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart and Berlin including trains to Hamburg from Düsseldorf. FlixTrain has high speed comfortable trains with a guaranteed seat, foot space, reading lamp and a luggage rack to store your belongings as well as sockets on most trains and free Wi-Fi for all passengers. The most popualr routes in Germany for FlixTrain are from Berlin to Hamburg, Frankfurt to Stuttgart and Cologne to Hamburg. They also offer trains on the Sotckholm to Gothenburg route in Sweden.

FlixTrain from Düsseldorf to Hamburg train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 27 min
Cheapest Price: $17
FlixTrain frequency: 1 a day

Traveling by train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg

The train connection between Düsseldorf and Hamburg offers a convenient and efficient way to travel between these two cities in Germany. With services provided by Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain, passengers can enjoy comfortable rides with various departure times throughout the day. The journey typically takes around 4 to 5 hours, allowing travelers to relax while taking in the scenic views of the German countryside along the route. Whether you're heading for business or leisure, this rail link provides an excellent option for exploring both destinations.

Train Connection: Düsseldorf to Hamburg

Traveling from Düsseldorf to Hamburg takes approximately 2 hours and 21 minutes. There is 1 direct train connection available each day, departing from Düsseldorf Hbf and arriving at multiple stations in Hamburg including Hamburg Dammtor, Hamburg-Harburg, Hamburg Hbf, and Hamburg-Altona.

Düsseldorf to Hamburg Train Connection

The first daily train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg departs at 06:34, providing an early start for travelers looking to explore the vibrant city of Hamburg. The last journey of the day leaves at 21:37, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy their activities before heading back.

Train Tickets Price for Düsseldorf to Hamburg

The cheapest ticket price for a train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg is €15. The average ticket price typically hovers around €51, making it an affordable option for travelers looking to explore these vibrant German cities.

Exploring Hamburg's Iconic Attractions

Welcome to Miniatur Wunderland, the world's largest model railway exhibition that first opened its doors in 2001. This incredible attraction showcases meticulously crafted miniature landscapes and cities from around the globe, captivating visitors with its intricate details and lifelike animations. What sets it apart is not just its size but also the interactive elements that allow you to engage with this enchanting world, making it a must-see for both young and old.

Next on our journey is the Elbphilharmonie, an architectural marvel completed in 2016 that has quickly become a symbol of Hamburg's cultural renaissance. Perched atop an old warehouse by the harbor, this concert hall boasts stunning acoustics and breathtaking views of the city skyline from its observation deck. Its unique wave-like glass structure harmoniously blends modern design with historical significance, creating a striking visual landmark that's as much about music as it is about art.

Finally, we arrive at St. Michael's Church (Michel), one of Hamburg’s most iconic baroque churches dating back to 1647 after being rebuilt following several fires throughout history. Renowned for its impressive tower standing at over 132 meters high—offering panoramic views—the church serves not only as a place of worship but also as a beacon reflecting Hamburg’s resilience through adversity. The interior features exquisite sculptures and artwork that tell stories steeped in tradition while inviting contemplation amidst their beauty.

FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Hamburg

FAQs: Travel by train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg 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 Düsseldorf to Hamburg.

Cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf to Hamburg can start from as little as $10 (€8) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Düsseldorf to Hamburg is $34 (€28); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Düsseldorf to Hamburg train time is 3 h 26 min covering the 211 mile (341 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg leaves at 12: 03 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg leaves at 11: 54 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Düsseldorf to Hamburg without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. There are 5 direct trains from Düsseldorf to Hamburg each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best Düsseldorf to Hamburg train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Düsseldorf and Hamburg to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 54 PM.

When departing from Düsseldorf, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Düsseldorf Hbf and Düsseldorf Airport station. When arriving in Hamburg, you can end your route in train stations like Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg Harburg, Hamburg Altona and Hamburg Dammtor.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Düsseldorf Hbf, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Hamburg Hbf, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Hamburg from Düsseldorf is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 26 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Düsseldorf to Hamburg is September.

You have options as you can travel from Düsseldorf to Hamburg 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Hamburg

Düsseldorf

Hamburg

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

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