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Kunsthalle Hamburg
One of Germany’s major art museums, spanning medieval altarpieces to contemporary works across several buildings near the main station.
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
8 h 3 m
Average duration
8 h 33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frederikshavn to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frederikshavn to Hamburg will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
It's difficult to get from Frederikshavn to Hamburg without transferring at least 3 times.
R 2122 · ICL 4042 · ICL 60046 · ECE 397
R 2114 · ICL 4034 · ICL 60038 · ECE 395
R 2118 · ICL 4038 · ICL 60042 · IC 5761
R 2138 · ICL 4058 · IC 5765 · 11187
R 2130 · ICL 4050 · IC 5763 · 11183
R 2130 · ICL 4050 · IC 5763 · 11183
R 2138 · ICL 4058 · IC 5765 · 11187
R 2122 · ICL 4042 · ICL 60046 · ECE 397
R 2114 · ICL 4034 · ICL 60038 · ECE 395
R 2118 · ICL 4038 · ICL 60042 · IC 5761Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frederikshavn to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $120.
Distance: 267 miles (431 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$66 Average price | $334 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $117 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 44m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 47m Average total duration Fastest 6h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frederikshavn to Hamburg:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frederikshavn to Hamburg costing on average $66 (€54).
A bus is $276 (€227) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frederikshavn to Hamburg costing on average $334 (€275).
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 14m.
Bus takes on average 8h 12m.
Tickets start at around $66 (€54) compared to roughly $117 (€96) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $51 (€42). The journey takes 7h 14m versus 5h 36m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Frederikshavn to Hamburg trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 2122 · ICL 4042 · ICL 50046 · ECE 397 | On time 10:19 AM Frederikshavn station | 8h42 | 7:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 2130 · ICL 4050 · IC 5763 · 11183 | 12:19 PM Frederikshavn station | 8h03 | 8:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 2134 · ICL 4054 · ECE 399 | On time 1:19 PM Frederikshavn station | 7h42 | 9:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
R 2114 · ICL 4034 · ICL 60038 · ECE 395 | On time 8:19 AM Frederikshavn station | 8h54 | 5:13 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 2118 · ICL 4038 · ICL 60042 · IC 5761 | 9:19 AM Frederikshavn station | 9h03 | 6:22 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Frederikshavn to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 267 miles (431 km) distance in 8h 3m.
Distance 267 miles (431 km) |
Average train duration 7h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 3m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Moderate by German standards. Public transport is fair, but hotels and dining in central areas can be pricey.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is customary in restaurants. Round up taxis. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and bars.
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Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg -> Hamburg City Center, Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frederikshavn 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 Frederikshavn to Hamburg trains use the Frederikshavn St. to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Altona. Use this guide to compare Frederikshavn and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frederikshavn St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Scandic The Reef Restaurant, Restaurant Essens
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frederikshavn St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frederikshavn St.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frederikshavn St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frederikshavn St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frederikshavn St.: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Scandic The Reef, Best Western Hotel Herman Bang, Hotel Jutlandia.
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-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.
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Block House, Schweinske
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg, Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof.
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