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Kunstsammlungen der Veste Coburg
Major art and history museum inside Veste Coburg, known for old masters, arms, carriages, and princely collections in a dramatic fortress setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€60
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€66
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Coburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Coburg will cost around €66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Coburg without transferring at least once.
ICE 601 · 4922
ICE 881 · 3665 · 4927
ICE 589 · 4924
ICE 589 · 4791 · 4922
ICE 789 · 3663 · ICE 1205
ICE 881 · 3665 · 4927
ICE 789 · 3663 · ICE 1205
ICE 589 · 4791 · 4922
ICE 601 · 4922
ICE 589 · 4924Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Coburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €104 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €104, while a flight costs an average of €442.
Distance: 232 miles (374 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€104 Average price Cheapest | €442 Average price | €68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Coburg:
A train is €338 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Coburg costing on average €442.
Other travel options to Coburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 48m.
You'll arrive about 43m sooner (4h 48m by train vs 5h 31m by car). Tickets start at around €104 compared to roughly €68 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Coburg trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 789 · 3663 · ICE 1205 | Delayed 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h30 | 2:50 PM 2:50 PMCoburg station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 601 · 4922 | On time 12:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h46 | 6:20 PM Coburg station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 589 · 4924 | On time 1:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h21 | 7:22 PM Coburg station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 589 · 4791 · 4922 | On time 1:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h19 | 6:20 PM Coburg station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 881 · 3665 · 4927 | On time 2:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h28 | 6:29 PM Coburg station | 2 transfers |
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Trains from Hamburg to Coburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 232 miles (374 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 232 miles (374 km) |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Coburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coburg trip today.
Major art and history museum inside Veste Coburg, known for old masters, arms, carriages, and princely collections in a dramatic fortress setting.
Museum of European glass art displayed in Schloss Rosenau, combining decorative arts with a refined palace setting linked to Prince Albert.
Art museum in a former ducal riding hall, presenting changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art in an impressive historic interior.
Elegant central square framed by palace, theatre, and arcades. It is Coburg’s grandest urban space and ideal for first impressions and photos.
Historic market square with lively façades, the town hall, and easy access to old-town streets. A practical hub for sightseeing on foot.
Large landscaped park between the center and the fortress, perfect for walks, picnics, and classic views of Veste Coburg above the trees.
Bratwurst from nearby Franconia, often grilled over beechwood and served with mustard. It is a regional staple found across Coburg inns and markets.
Slow-roasted pork shoulder with a dark beer gravy and dumplings. A classic Franconian Sunday dish widely served in traditional Coburg taverns.
Potato dumplings common in Upper Franconia, served with roasts and rich sauces. They are a defining side dish in the Coburg region.
Established upscale restaurant serving refined Franconian and German cuisine in an elegant setting near Veste Coburg.
Traditional inn with regional dishes, roast meats, and a relaxed Franconian tavern feel popular with locals.
Historic brewery restaurant known for Franconian classics, local beer, and a traditional atmosphere in the old town.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually below Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Tip restaurants about 5-10%, taxis by rounding up, and cafes by leaving small change.
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Coburg Hauptbahnhof -> Coburg ZOB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Coburg 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 Coburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Coburg trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Coburg station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Coburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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.
Coburg 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: Coburger Bratwurststand, Piccola Italia, Miles and More Restaurant, Münchner Hofbräu
Wi-Fi is available at Coburg. ATMs are available at Coburg.
Ticket office support is available at Coburg. Information desks are available at Coburg.
Luggage storage is available at Coburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Coburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Coburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coburg.
Nearby hotels include Haus Gemmer, Hotel Residenz, Hotel Goldener Anker, Hahnmühle 1323.
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