The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$524
Fastest journey
15 h 26 m
Average duration
19 h 6 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
861 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Aberdeen without transferring at least 3 times.
12:09 PM19h25Hamburg7:34 AMAberdeenFind prices4 transfers
5:45 AM15h26Hamburg9:11 PMAberdeen$6981One-way3 transfers
1:45 PM23h15Hamburg1:00 PMAberdeen$6981One-way3 transfers
10:45 PM18h19Hamburg5:04 PMAberdeen$6981One-way3 transfers
5:45 AM15h26Hamburg9:11 PMAberdeen$6981One-way3 transfers
10:45 PM18h19Hamburg5:04 PMAberdeen$6981One-way3 transfers
12:09 PM19h25Hamburg7:34 AMAberdeenFind prices4 transfers
1:45 PM23h15Hamburg1:00 PMAberdeen$6981One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $139. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $139, and a train costs an average of $698.
Distance: 535 miles (861 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$698 Average price | $375 Average price | $236 Average price Cheapest | $150 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 58m Average total duration 20h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 38h 49m Average total duration 38h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Aberdeen:
A bus is $139 (€113) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Aberdeen costing on average $375 (€305).
A bus is $462 (€376) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Aberdeen costing on average $698 (€568).
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 20h 28m.
Bus takes on average 38h 19m.
Tickets start at around $698 (€568) compared to roughly $150 (€122) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-547.86 (€-445.82). The journey takes 20h 28m versus 19h 28m 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.
Live departures
Hamburg to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Aberdeen trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:09 PM Hamburg | 19h25 | 7:34 AM Aberdeen | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Hamburg | 23h15 | 1:00 PM Aberdeen | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Hamburg | 20h18 | 5:03 PM Aberdeen | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Aberdeen
Trains from Hamburg to Aberdeen run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $698 (€568) but you can travel from only $139 (€113) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 17:12, the last at 17:38. The fastest train covers the 535 miles (861 km) distance in 15h 23m.
Distance 535 miles (861 km) |
Average train duration 20h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $698 (€568) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 15h 23m |
First train 5:12 PM |
Last train 5:38 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg to Aberdeen trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg and Aberdeen from $139 (€113). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Aberdeen
- 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
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
- 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
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
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