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Museum Prinsenhof Delft
Delft’s leading museum on William of Orange, Dutch history, and decorative arts in a former convent and palace.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€124
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€124
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 13 m
Trains on Sep 19
4
Distance
418 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Delft is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Delft will cost around €124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €124.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Delft without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 1521 · ICE 128 · IC 3542
ICE 519 · IC 2201 · ICE 126 · IC 2848
ICE 519 · IC 2201 · ICE 126 · IC 3550
ICE 1521 · ICE 128 · IC 2840 · IC 1142
ICE 1521 · ICE 128 · IC 2840 · IC 1142
ICE 1521 · ICE 128 · IC 3542
ICE 519 · IC 2201 · ICE 126 · IC 2848
ICE 519 · IC 2201 · ICE 126 · IC 3550Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Delft among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, while a flight costs an average of €567.
Distance: 259 miles (418 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€121 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest | €567 Average price | €90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Delft:
A bus is €73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Delft costing on average €121.
A bus is €518 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Delft costing on average €567.
Other travel options to Delft take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 35m.
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
You'll arrive about 37m sooner (5h 35m by train vs 6h 12m by car). Tickets start at around €121 compared to roughly €90 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 Delft 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 |
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ICE 1521 · ICE 128 · IC 3542 | On time 8:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h11 | 2:22 PM Delft station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1521 · ICE 128 · IC 2840 · IC 1142 | On time 8:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h48 | 1:59 PM Delft station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 519 · IC 2201 · ICE 126 · IC 2848 | On time 9:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h14 | 3:59 PM Delft station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 519 · IC 2201 · ICE 126 · IC 3550 | On time 9:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h37 | 4:22 PM Delft station | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Delft run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €45 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 259 miles (418 km) distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 259 miles (418 km) |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €45 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Discover the best of Delft — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Delft trip today.
Delft’s leading museum on William of Orange, Dutch history, and decorative arts in a former convent and palace.
Major museum experience inside the Royal Delft pottery factory, showing classic blue-and-white ceramics and production methods.
Interactive center on Johannes Vermeer with reproductions and context that help visitors understand Delft’s most famous painter.
Delft’s main market square, framed by the Nieuwe Kerk and city hall, is the city’s essential gathering place.
Historic canal street lined with grand buildings, bridges, and classic views that capture Delft’s old-town charm.
Elegant canal street in the center with monuments, shops, and picturesque waterside architecture for easy strolling.
Blue mussels steamed with vegetables, herbs, and white wine. A Dutch coastal classic widely enjoyed in season across South Holland.
Dutch herring, often served raw with onions and pickles. A beloved traditional street snack eaten throughout the Netherlands.
Small fluffy pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar. A classic Dutch treat popular at markets, fairs, and casual eateries.
Lively beer café and eatery with a broad Dutch and Belgian beer list, plus hearty pub dishes in a convivial old-town setting.
Casual Dutch pancake house near the center, ideal for trying poffertjes and pannenkoeken in a friendly traditional atmosphere.
Stylish waterside restaurant serving French and Dutch classics with good wines. Popular for relaxed dinners in a historic warehouse setting.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining cost more than smaller Dutch towns, but transit is manageable and Delft is often cheaper than Amsterdam.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Delft 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 Delft, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Delft trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Delft station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Delft 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 Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Delft has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Het Konings Huys, Spijshuis de Dis
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Delft. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Delft. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Delft: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Delft: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Delft: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Leeuwenbrug, Hotel Johannes Vermeer Delft, Best Western Museumhotels Delft.
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