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Train World
Pioneering museum inside Schaerbeek station showcasing Belgium's railway history with immersive trains and design displays.
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$144
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 34 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
488 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Schaerbeek is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Schaerbeek will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 6 trains that leave Hamburg for Schaerbeek on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 488 km distance in an average of 6 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 16 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Schaerbeek among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $94.
Distance: 303 miles (488 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$156 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest | $223 Average price | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Schaerbeek:
A bus is $93 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Schaerbeek costing on average $156.
A bus is $161 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Schaerbeek costing on average $223.
Other travel options to Schaerbeek take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 0m.
Bus takes on average 9h 43m.
You'll arrive about 1h 2m sooner (6h 0m by train vs 7h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $156 compared to roughly $113 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 Schaerbeek trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:41 AM Hamburg | 6h45 | 9:26 AM Schaerbeek | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:41 AM Hamburg | 6h45 | 10:26 AM Schaerbeek | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 AM Hamburg | 6h41 | 11:26 AM Schaerbeek | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 AM Hamburg | 6h41 | 12:26 PM Schaerbeek | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:57 AM Hamburg | 6h29 | 2:26 PM Schaerbeek | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Hamburg to Schaerbeek run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 but you can travel from only $39 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 303 miles (488 km) distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 303 miles (488 km) |
Average train duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Pioneering museum inside Schaerbeek station showcasing Belgium's railway history with immersive trains and design displays.
Victor Horta's first town house, presenting early Art Nouveau architecture and exhibitions on Brussels design history.
Local museum preserving Schaerbeek's history, folklore, and daily life through archives, objects, and changing exhibitions.
Elegant avenue famed for exceptional Art Nouveau and Belle Époque houses, a favorite route for architecture lovers.
Popular park with ponds, lawns, and play areas, excellent for a relaxed walk among locals and families.
Leafy square and surrounding district known for elegant facades, local calm, and easy architectural walks.
Crisp Brussels waffles, often lighter than Liège style, are a classic local sweet from the Brussels region, served plain or with sugar, cream, or fruit.
Moules-frites is a Belgian staple of steamed mussels with fries, commonly served in Brussels brasseries and loved for its simple, hearty local character.
Stoemp is a traditional Brussels mash of potatoes with seasonal vegetables, often served with sausage. It is prized as comforting everyday home cooking.
Refined Belgian restaurant in Schaerbeek known for seasonal cooking, polished service, and an intimate neighborhood atmosphere.
Popular local spot for quality Belgian fries, classic sauces, and quick casual meals loved by residents in Schaerbeek.
Well-known brasserie near Josaphat Park serving Belgian classics, seafood, and good beers in a lively traditional setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but transit is good value and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Brussels-North -> Place Eugène Verboekhoven, Schaerbeek
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Schaerbeek 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 Schaerbeek, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Schaerbeek trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Brussels-Nord station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Schaerbeek 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.
Station Brussel-Schaarbeek is 1 km from Schaerbeek city centre. Public transport options include:
Station Brussel-Schaarbeek has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Station Brussel-Schaarbeek.
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