- Must visit
Vasa Museum
Stockholm’s most famous museum, built around the preserved 17th-century warship Vasa. A standout for Swedish history, naval engineering, and dramatic storytelling.
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
11 h 47 m
Average duration
13 h 27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
808 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Stockholm will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Stockholm without transferring at least 2 times.
11180 · IC 5766 · IC 50182 · R 1188
11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 50026 · R 1078
ECE 396 · R 1102+
X2 548
ECE 1198 · R 1074+
X2 542
ECE 392 · R 1180+
X2 522
ECE 396 · R 1102+
X2 548
ECE 1198 · R 1074+
X2 542
11180 · IC 5766 · IC 50182 · R 1188
11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 50026 · R 1078
ECE 392 · R 1180+
X2 522Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $131.
Distance: 502 miles (808 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$92 Average price Cheapest | $266 Average price | $111 Average price | $308 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 14m Average total duration 11h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 28m Average total duration 11h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Stockholm:
A train is $19 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hamburg to Stockholm costing on average $111 (€92).
A train is $174 (€143) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Stockholm costing on average $266 (€219).
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 44m.
Bus takes on average 11h 58m.
The journey is about 9m faster (11h 44m by train vs 11h 53m by car) and roughly $215 (€177) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($92 (€76) vs $308 (€253)). 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 SJ, Snälltåget, 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 Stockholm trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 1198 · R 1074+ X2 542 | On time 7:04 AM Hamburg Hbf | 12h35 | 7:39 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 396 · R 1102+ X2 548 | On time 10:53 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h47 | 10:40 PM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 392 · R 1180+ X2 522 | On time 6:53 PM Hamburg Hbf | 14h48 | 9:41 AM Stockholm Central Station | 2 transfers | |
11180 · IC 5766 · IC 70182 · R 1188 | 7:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 14h02 | 9:41 AM Stockholm Central Station | 4 transfers | |
| Thursday, July 9 | |||||
11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 50026 · R 1078 | 5:35 AM Hamburg Hbf | 14h04 | 7:39 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4 transfers | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Trains from Hamburg to Stockholm run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 502 miles (808 km) distance in 11h 26m.
Distance 502 miles (808 km) |
Average train duration 11h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 11h 26m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Stockholm — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stockholm trip today.
Stockholm’s most famous museum, built around the preserved 17th-century warship Vasa. A standout for Swedish history, naval engineering, and dramatic storytelling.
A leading contemporary photography museum known for major international exhibitions and strong social-media appeal. Popular for both art and city views.
The world’s oldest open-air museum, combining historic buildings, Swedish traditions, and a zoo with Nordic animals. Great for culture and families.
Stockholm’s medieval Old Town, packed with narrow lanes, colorful buildings, and major historic sights. Essential for first-time visitors.
A scenic walking path on Södermalm with one of the city’s best panoramic viewpoints over City Hall, Riddarfjärden, and the skyline.
A green island of museums, waterfront walks, and parkland. Ideal for combining major attractions with calmer outdoor time.
Swedish meatballs, usually served with creamy gravy, lingonberries, and potato purée. They are one of Stockholm’s most iconic everyday comfort foods.
Cured salmon with salt, sugar, and dill, often served with hovmästarsås. It is a classic Swedish dish strongly associated with festive meals and smörgåsbord.
A popular Swedish starter of prawns mixed with mayonnaise and dill on toasted bread, often topped with roe. It is especially associated with classic Stockholm brasseries.
One of Stockholm’s most established fine dining restaurants, celebrated for refined Nordic cuisine and an elegant, historic setting near the Royal Opera.
A historic Södermalm beer hall known for classic Swedish dishes such as meatballs, herring, and schnitzel, with a grand old Stockholm atmosphere.
A famous traditional restaurant in Gamla Stan serving classic Swedish cooking in a centuries-old cellar setting with strong literary and cultural heritage.
Stockholm is pricey for dining and hotels. Budget options exist, but everyday costs are high by European standards.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
Official public transport app
Stockholm Central Station, Stockholm -> T-Centralen, Stockholm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Stockholm trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Stockholm Centralstation station pair, with some services arriving at Stockholm, Kungsträdgården. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Stockholm 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.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need