.png){kind=small}
4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau 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 Berlin Spandau will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 27 trains that leave Hamburg Hbf for Berlin Spandau on Sun, Jul 19, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.
FlixTrain9:39 PM2h05Hamburg Hbf11:44 PMBerlin Spandau$201One-way0 transfers
ICE 1081 · ICE 1541 · S7 · S910:28 PM7h28Hamburg Hbf5:56 AMBerlin Spandau$271One-way3 transfers- ICE 1081 · ICE 1541 · 316710:28 PM7h36Hamburg Hbf6:04 AMBerlin Spandau$271One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1081 · ICE 127210:28 PM7h56Hamburg Hbf6:24 AMBerlin Spandau$291One-way1 transfer
- ICE 1272+
8164712:33 AM5h51Hamburg Hbf6:24 AMBerlin Spandau$341One-way1 transfer
- FlixTrain5:39 PM1h45Hamburg Hbf7:24 PMBerlin Spandau$771One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain9:39 AM1h45Hamburg Hbf11:24 AMBerlin Spandau$511One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain11:39 AM1h45Hamburg Hbf1:24 PMBerlin Spandau$581One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain7:39 AM1h45Hamburg Hbf9:24 AMBerlin Spandau$381One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain1:39 PM1h45Hamburg Hbf3:24 PMBerlin Spandau$811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau:
A bus is $26 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Berlin Spandau take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 12m.
The journey is about 34m faster (2h 7m by train vs 2h 41m by car) and roughly $3 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($46 (€38) vs $50 (€41)). 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, FlixTrain GmbH, 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
Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau trains for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 509 · ICE 691 | Delayed 9:04 AM 10:34 AMHamburg Hbf | 2h08 | 12:42 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 11:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1h45 | 1:24 PM Berlin Spandau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 601 · ICE 693 | On time 12:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h11 | 2:45 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 1:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1h45 | 3:24 PM Berlin Spandau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 603 · ICE 695 | On time 2:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h09 | 4:43 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2595 · 3179 | Delayed 1:27 PM 3:13 PMHamburg Hbf | 2h51 | 6:04 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 605 · ICE 697 | On time 4:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h11 | 6:45 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 5:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1h45 | 7:24 PM Berlin Spandau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 607 · 3161 | On time 6:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:04 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 7:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1h45 | 9:24 PM Berlin Spandau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 873 · S3 | On time 7:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h36 | 10:27 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 809 · 62038 | On time 9:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h30 | 12:21 AM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 479 · S9+82141 | Delayed 8:21 PM 9:56 PMHamburg Hbf | 3h44 | 1:40 AM Berlin Spandau | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
| ICE 2551 | Delayed 3:30 AM 5:13 AMHamburg Hbf | 1h59 | 7:12 AM Berlin Spandau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 505 · ICE 597 | On time 6:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h09 | 8:43 AM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2553 | Delayed 5:29 AM 7:13 AMHamburg Hbf | 1h59 | 9:12 AM Berlin Spandau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 7:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1h45 | 9:24 AM Berlin Spandau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 507 · 3151 | On time 8:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h30 | 11:04 AM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain | 9:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1h45 | 11:24 AM Berlin Spandau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 509 · ICE 691 | On time 10:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2h08 | 12:42 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau by train or bus
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Jul 19
Jul 20
Jul 21
Jul 22
Jul 23
Jul 24
Jul 25
Why should you book Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to find the best option for your trip from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau.
Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau
GermanyGermany
Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:50, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 2:50 AM |
Last train 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixTrain GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Berlin Spandau from $11 (€9). 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
FlixTrain GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau 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 Berlin Spandau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau
Most Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg Hbf and Berlin Spandau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau train station facilities and services
Berlin Spandau 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: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Most popular train connections from Hamburg Hbf
More options for your journey from Hamburg Hbf to Berlin Spandau
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Berlin Spandau and Hamburg Hbf
Most popular train connections to Berlin Spandau
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
