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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 12 trains that leave Hamburg Hbf for Copenhagen Central Station on Fri, Nov 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 5 h 12 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.
EC 390RE 11160 · IC 5756 · IC 50140RE 11180 · IC 5766 · IC 50180RE 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 50156RE 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 50172EC 390EC 392EC 396EC 394EC 398
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €150.
Distance: 178 miles (288 km)
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€78 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest | €363 Average price | €87 Average price |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 1m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| EC 398 | On time 7:50 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h12 | 1:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 11160 · IC 5756 · IC 50140 | On time 8:43 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h32 | 3:15 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
| EC 396 | On time 9:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h09 | 3:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 11164 · IC 5758 · IC 50148 | On time 10:43 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h32 | 5:15 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 2 transfers | |
RE 11216 · RE 11016+ neg 5728+R 5064 | On time 11:22 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h06 | 6:28 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 4 transfers | |
| EC 394 | On time 11:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h11 | 5:04 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
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Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:36, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (288 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 178 miles (288 km) |
Average train duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 03:36 |
Last train 21:56 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Sylt Shuttle Plus from Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station trainsDeutsche Bahn, Sylt Shuttle Plus trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Copenhagen Central Station from $29 (€23). 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.
Sylt Shuttle Plus
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central Station 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 Copenhagen Central Station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg Hbf to Copenhagen Central 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 Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
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