- Must visit
Flygvapenmuseum
One of Sweden’s top aviation museums, featuring military aircraft, interactive exhibits, and the recovered DC-3. Excellent for all ages.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$81
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$131
Fastest journey on Aug 30
8 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
9 h 24 m
Trains on Aug 30
5
Distance
640 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Linköping is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Linköping will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Linköping without transferring at least 2 times.
11152 · IC 5752 · IC 826 · R 1070
ECE 1198 · R 1062+
X2 538
RJ 13464 · R 1110+
X2 550
ECE 1196 · R 1104+
X2 548
ECE 396 · R 1094+
X2 546
RJ 13464 · R 1110+
X2 550
ECE 1198 · R 1062+
X2 538
ECE 396 · R 1094+
X2 546
ECE 1196 · R 1104+
X2 548
11152 · IC 5752 · IC 826 · R 1070Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Linköping among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $102 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $102, while a flight costs an average of $541.
Distance: 397 miles (640 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$102 Average price Cheapest | $145 Average price | $541 Average price | $270 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 59m Average total duration 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 6m Average total duration 13h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg 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 Linköping:
A train is $43 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Linköping costing on average $145.
A train is $439 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Linköping costing on average $541.
Other travel options to Linköping take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 29m.
Bus takes on average 13h 36m.
The journey is about 14m faster (9h 29m by train vs 9h 43m by car) and roughly $168 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($102 vs $270). 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 Swedish Railways (SJ).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Linköping trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:50 PM Hamburg | 16h44 | 11:34 AM Linköping | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:53 PM Hamburg | 10h55 | 6:48 AM Linköping | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:53 PM Hamburg | 15h41 | 12:34 PM Linköping | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
11152 · IC 5752 · IC 826 · R 1070 | 5:41 AM Hamburg Altona | 11h38 | 5:19 PM Linköping Central Station | 4 transfers | |
ECE 1198 · R 1062+ X2 538 | On time 7:10 AM Hamburg Altona | 8h46 | 3:56 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 396 · R 1094+ X2 546 | On time 11:01 AM Hamburg Altona | 8h54 | 7:55 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 1196 · R 1104+ X2 548 | On time 11:56 AM Hamburg Altona | 8h56 | 8:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 13464 · R 1110+ X2 550 | On time 1:08 PM Hamburg Altona | 8h44 | 9:52 PM Linköping Central Station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hamburg to Linköping run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 397 miles (640 km) distance in 7h 24m.
Distance 397 miles (640 km) |
Average train duration 9h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 24m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 10:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Linköping — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Linköping trip today.
One of Sweden’s top aviation museums, featuring military aircraft, interactive exhibits, and the recovered DC-3. Excellent for all ages.
Open-air museum district with historic homes, craft workshops, and period streets. A classic place to explore Linköping’s past.
Museum in a historic manor telling the story of Linköping through exhibitions on everyday life, culture, and urban development.
Historic neighborhood of wooden houses, lanes, and museums. One of the city’s most atmospheric walking areas and a favorite with visitors.
Canal-side path and locks area popular for walks and cycling. Offers peaceful waterside views and a classic regional landscape.
Main central square framed by civic buildings and shopping streets. A practical starting point for exploring Linköping on foot.
Östgötsk kalops is a slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables and warm spices, a hearty farmhouse dish long associated with Östergötland.
Raggmunk are crisp potato pancakes, traditionally served with fried pork and lingonberries, a classic Swedish comfort meal common in the region.
Wallenbergare is a tender veal patty enriched with cream and egg, usually served with mashed potatoes, peas, and lingonberries in classic Swedish cooking.
Popular casual venue and bakery praised for quality lunches, coffee, pastries, and a relaxed local fika atmosphere.
Established restaurant known for seasonal Nordic cooking and a refined setting, suitable for a more formal dinner in central Linköping.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant focused on tasting menus and carefully plated Nordic flavors in an intimate, upscale setting.
Moderate for Sweden: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local transit is manageable and many places take cards, helping visitors control daily spending.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants usually include service; round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
Official public transport app
Linköping Centralstation -> Stora Torget
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Linköping 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 Linköping, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Linköping trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Linköping Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Linköping, Köpmansgränd. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Linköping 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-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.
Linköping Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Hamlet, Yogi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping Centralstation. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linköping Centralstation. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linköping Centralstation: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping Centralstation: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Collection Hotel Slottsparken, Scandic Linköping City, Elite Stora Hotellet.
Linköping, Köpmansgränd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and fast food restaurants available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs available near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd.
Available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping, Köpmansgränd: Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
Linköping, Åbylund is 1 km from Linköping city centre. Public transport options include:
Linköping, Åbylund has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Linköping, Åbylund. ATMs are available at Linköping, Åbylund.
Ticket office support is available at Linköping, Åbylund.
Available at Linköping, Åbylund: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linköping, Åbylund: Wheelchair accessible platforms available.
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