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Museen im Kulturzentrum Rendsburg
Regional history museum covering city, fortress, and canal heritage. It is the best starting point for understanding Rendsburg’s past and identity.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Rendsburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Rendsburg will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Rendsburg without transferring at least once.
ECE 1196 · 11173
S5 · 11162
S5 · 11158
S5 · 11164
S5 · 11160
S5 · 11162
S5 · 11158
S5 · 11164
S5 · 11160
ECE 1196 · 11173Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Rendsburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Rendsburg:
A bus is $32 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Rendsburg costing on average $40 (€40).
Other travel options to Rendsburg take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 33m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (1h 33m by train vs 1h 45m by car). Tickets start at around $40 (€40) compared to roughly $15 (€15) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
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 Rendsburg trains for today, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S5 · 11158 | 8:23 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h37 | 10:00 AM Rendsburg station | 1 transfer | |
S5 · 11160 | 9:23 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h37 | 11:00 AM Rendsburg station | 1 transfer | |
S5 · 11162 | 10:23 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h37 | 12:00 PM Rendsburg station | 1 transfer | |
S5 · 11164 | 11:23 AM Hamburg Altona | 1h37 | 1:00 PM Rendsburg station | 1 transfer | |
ECE 1196 · 11173 | On time 11:29 AM Hamburg Harburg | 2h29 | 1:58 PM Rendsburg station | 1 transfer | |
ECE 2616 · 11173 | On time 11:29 AM Hamburg Harburg | 2h29 | 1:58 PM Rendsburg station | 1 transfer | |
S5 · 11166 | 12:23 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h37 | 2:00 PM Rendsburg station | 1 transfer | |
S3 · 11166 | 12:29 PM Hamburg Altona | 1h31 | 2:00 PM Rendsburg station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Rendsburg run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€25) but you can travel from only $6 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:12, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€25) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 1:12 AM |
Last train 9:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of Rendsburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rendsburg trip today.
Regional history museum covering city, fortress, and canal heritage. It is the best starting point for understanding Rendsburg’s past and identity.
Jewish history museum in the former synagogue quarter, presenting the community’s life and persecution. A thoughtful and important cultural visit.
Museum-style presentation on the transporter bridge and canal engineering. It enriches a visit to the bridge with historical and technical context.
Canal-side walking area with ship views and open skies. A favorite local place to watch traffic on one of the world’s busiest artificial waterways.
Scenic route around the bridge and canal installations with excellent viewing points. It is among the best areas for understanding Rendsburg’s canal landscape.
The old town is the best area for walking among churches, civic buildings, and small lanes. It offers Rendsburg’s most atmospheric historic setting.
A hearty North German kale dish simmered and served with potatoes and sausages. A cold-season classic across Schleswig-Holstein.
Sour marinated herring, often served with onions and fried potatoes. It reflects the region’s long fishing and seafaring tradition.
A creamy milk soup with dumplings and dried fruit. This old Schleswig-Holstein farmhouse dish is sweet-savory and deeply traditional.
Traditional brewery-style venue known for hearty German dishes and a relaxed atmosphere in central Rendsburg.
Established hotel restaurant serving regional German cuisine in a refined, classic setting near the town center.
Historic restaurant focused on regional fare and fish dishes, with a cozy atmosphere in the old town area.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Hamburg, while local transit and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% at restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Rendsburg Bahnhof -> Rendsburg ZOB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Rendsburg 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 Rendsburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Rendsburg trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Rendsburg station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Rendsburg 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 Dammtor is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Dammtor 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: Hunt Coffee, Haerlin, Gran Sasso, Double Coffee
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Dammtor. ATMs are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Information desks are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hanseatin, Renaissance, Hotel Preuß, Hotel Amsterdam.
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.
Rendsburg 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: Kochlöffel, Hauptwache, Adria, Aspendos Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Rendsburg. ATMs are available at Rendsburg.
Ticket office support is available at Rendsburg. Information desks are available at Rendsburg.
Luggage storage is available at Rendsburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rendsburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rendsburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rendsburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rendsburg, Hotel 1690 - Designhotel, Pelli-Hof, ONNO Hotel by Norman.
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