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Kalmar County Museum
County museum with strong exhibitions on regional history, maritime life, and the regalskeppet Kronan. One of Kalmar’s best cultural visits.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
$65
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$75
Fastest journey on Oct 20
8 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
9 h 52 m
Trains on Oct 20
12
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Kalmar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Kalmar will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Kalmar without transferring at least once.
ECE 1198 · R 1064
ECE 394 · R 1128 · R 20001
ECE 392 · R 1008
ECE 398 · R 1080
RJ 384 · R 1120
ECE 1198 · R 1064
ECE 398 · R 1080
RJ 384 · R 1120
ECE 396 · R 1104
11164 · IC 5758 · IC 850 · R 1120Trains from Hamburg to Kalmar run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:32, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 328 miles (529 km) distance in 8h 6m.
Distance 328 miles (529 km) |
Average train duration 9h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€23) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 8h 6m |
First train 3:32 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Kalmar trains for today, Monday, October 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 396 · R 1104 | On time 10:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h06 | 8:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
11164 · IC 5758 · IC 50850 · R 1120 | 11:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h20 | 10:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
RJ 384 · R 1120 | On time 1:08 PM Hamburg Altona | 9h51 | 10:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
11168 · IC 5760 · IC 858 · R 1136 | 1:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 17h20 | 6:59 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
ECE 394 · R 1128 · R 20001 | On time 2:52 PM Hamburg Hbf | 16h07 | 6:59 AM Kalmar Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
11152 · IC 5752 · IC 826 · R 1072 | 5:35 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h24 | 4:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ECE 1198 · R 1064 | 7:04 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h55 | 3:59 PM Kalmar Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
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County museum with strong exhibitions on regional history, maritime life, and the regalskeppet Kronan. One of Kalmar’s best cultural visits.
Art museum in City Park with modern and contemporary exhibitions. Its architecture and changing program make it a leading art stop in Kalmar.
Exhibition spaces inside Kalmar Castle interpret royal life, warfare, and court culture. A museum-style experience in a major historic setting.
Historic island district that forms central Kalmar. Its planned streets, squares, shops, and heritage buildings make it ideal for walking.
Main square framed by the cathedral and elegant buildings. A natural base for sightseeing, events, and understanding the city’s baroque plan.
Large seaside park beside the art museum, popular for strolling, picnics, and seasonal flowers. A relaxing green break near the center.
Body, wheat flour, pork and allspice. Served with lingonberries and cream sauce. A classic Småland comfort food found across the Kalmar region.
Thin fermented pancakes from Småland, often served with fried pork and lingonberries. A regional specialty with a tangy flavor and old farmhouse roots.
Potato dumplings filled with pork or bacon, boiled and served with melted butter, cream and lingonberries. Strongly associated with nearby Öland and Kalmar County.
Popular waterfront restaurant known for seafood, Swedish classics and harbor views. Relaxed but polished atmosphere in central Kalmar.
Well-known dining room in Kalmar guest harbor area serving seasonal Nordic dishes, fish and meat in an elegant setting.
Established casual venue for hearty Swedish lunches and classic dishes. Central location and reliable local reputation.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining cost more than much of Europe, but local transit is manageable and budget meals are available.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not expected. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Kalmar Centralstation -> Stortorget, Kalmar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Kalmar 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 Kalmar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Kalmar trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Kalmar Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Kalmar 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-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.
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Block House, Schweinske
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf (S-Bahn): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europäischer Hof Hamburg, Reichshof Hamburg, Curio Collection by Hilton, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof.
Kalmar Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Kallskänken, Restaurang Byttan
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Kalmar Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kalmar Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kalmar Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kalmar Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kalmar Centralstation: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset, First Hotel Witt, Calmar Stadshotell.
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