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06:08AM2h24
Berlin08:32AMHamburg
$281One-way
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06:09AM2h01
Berlin08:10AMHamburg
$281One-way
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Berlin08:32AMHamburg
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Popular trains to and from Hamburg
Popular trains to Hamburg
Berlin to Hamburg train
from $14
Direct trains available
1h52 average duration
11trains per day
Served by
- FlixTrain
- Deutsche Bahn
- Metronom
Amsterdam to Hamburg train
from $24
Direct trains available
5h09 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
- FlixTrain
- Metronom
- Deutsche Bahn
Copenhagen to Hamburg train
from $50
Direct trains available
4h39 average duration
6trains per day
Served by
- Deutsche Bahn
- Oresundstag
Brussels to Hamburg train
from $97
Direct trains available
6h33 average duration
6trains per day
Served by
- Deutsche Bahn
- FlixTrain
Paris to Hamburg train
from $150
Direct trains available
7h32 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
- TGV
- Deutsche Bahn
- FlixTrain
Popular trains from Hamburg
Hamburg to Berlin train
from $15
Direct trains available
1h54 average duration
12trains per day
Served by
- Metronom
- Deutsche Bahn
- FlixTrain
Hamburg to Amsterdam train
from $23
Direct trains available
5h09 average duration
9trains per day
Served by
- Deutsche Bahn
- FlixTrain
- Metronom
Hamburg to Prague train
from $26
Direct trains available
7h34 average duration
9trains per day
Served by
- České dráhy
- Deutsche Bahn
- FlixTrain
Hamburg to Copenhagen train
from $56
Direct trains available
4h35 average duration
5trains per day
Served by
- Sylt Shuttle Plus
- Deutsche Bahn
- erixx
- Nordbahn Eisenbahngesellschaft
Hamburg to Stockholm train
from $58
Direct trains available
11h18 average duration
2trains per day
Served by
- SJ
- EuroNight
- Sylt Shuttle Plus
- Snälltåget
- Deutsche Bahn
Trains to Hamburg
Hamburg is the city with the most bridges in the world and is known as the ""gateway to the world"". It offers a world-class shopping experience to travelers. Traveling to Hamburg by train provides a great way to enjoy the scenic views of the harbor area, the Rathaus and the famous Chilehaus. The city has an excellent train infrastructure connecting to international cities and other German cities. Trains to Hamburg offer a pleasant travel experience to this city that's rich in culture, history, the arts, and music.
Which is the main train station in Hamburg?
The main train station in Hamburg is the Hamburg Hauptbahnhof (Hbf) station. It is a category one train station as classed by Deutsche Bahn. Its location is central in the city, and most travelers from regional and international cities arrive here. The train station connects to other places via the S-Bahn and U-Bahn networks. There are other train stations in Hamburg such as Altona, Bergedorf, Harburg, and Dammtor located nearby.
Which train companies offer trains to Hamburg?
The Deutsche Bahn's Intercity Express offers the most train connections to Hamburg from major cities such as Basel, Budapest, Vienna, Prague, Copenhagen, and Zurich. There are others such as Intercity (IC) and Eurocity (EC) that offer connections to cities within Germany. The trains operate at fixed interval departures.
Why travel by train to Hamburg?
Trains to Hamburg are an excellent way to travel as the city is easily connected to other domestic and international train destinations. Hamburg trains slope towards the River Elbe and the underground trains runs along the waterfront offering panoramic views of the docks. A journey to Hamburg Airport takes an average of two hours from Berlin by train; therefore, it is a good way to travel for many.
Before you travel to Hamburg by train - good to know!
In Hamburg, the S-Bahn is suburban trains and U-Bahn is the underground train (the subway or metro). Once in Hamburg, travelers can enjoy the Maritime Museum and the Hamburg Museum or visit the Baroque St. Michaelis Church. You can find the city’s oldest landmarks on the central Jungfernstieg Boulevard and the Neustadt and Altstadt (new and old towns) have plenty of contrasting sites to offer. Pre-booking train tickets is a way to get cheaper fares. One can check schedules and fares and buy tickets online in advance for a smooth travel experience.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Metronom to Hamburg trainsTravel to Hamburg on Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Metronom trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€9)
FlixTrain frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Metronom
About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Metronom frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
station information and services
Train stations in Hamburg
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
Hotel
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
5 kmDining
- Ethio
- Trattoria Toscana
- Marta
- Pavillon
Hotel
- Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant
- Hotel Hamburg Altona
- Hotel Central
- Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona
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